Lamingtons are a simple yet iconic Australian cake. They consist of squares of sponge cake dipped in a thin chocolate sauce, rolled in desiccated coconut, and often sandwiched together with a layer of cream or jam.

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Prep the Cake: Bake or acquire a simple vanilla sponge cake (light, airy, and relatively firm). Let the cake cool completely. Cut the cake into uniform 1.5-inch squares.
2. Make the Chocolate Sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together the icing sugar and cocoa powder. Whisk in the melted butter and vanilla. Gradually add the hot milk, whisking constantly until the mixture is thin, smooth, and runny (the consistency of thin chocolate milk).
3. Prepare the Coconut: Spread the desiccated coconut evenly in a wide, shallow dish.
4. Dip and Roll: Working quickly, spear a cake square with a fork. Dip the cake into the warm chocolate sauce, coating all sides completely. Immediately transfer the dripping cake to the coconut dish and roll it until all sides are evenly coated with coconut.
5. Chill and Serve: Place the finished Lamingtons on a wire rack or parchment-lined tray. Allow the coating to set for at least 30 minutes. Serve plain, or slice in half horizontally and fill with whipped cream and/or raspberry jam.