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Classic Soft Chocolatey Lamingtons: Easy Homemade Sponge Cake with Chocolate & Coconut
Soft, chocolatey lamingtons coated in coconut, perfect homemade treat for tea time or lunchboxes. Quick and easy recipe for classic sponge cake lovers!
Fluffy sponge coated in rich cocoa icing and coconut is a treat you will love. Discover the simple steps to make Classic Soft and Chocolatey Lamingtons at home.
These classic lamingtons are soft, chocolatey, and covered in a light sprinkle of coconut. Perfect for afternoon tea, lunchboxes, or a sweet treat whenever you need a little indulgence.
Why You’ll Love & Enjoy Classic Soft and Chocolatey Lamingtons
- Fluffy sponge that melts in your mouth.
- Rich cocoa icing for ultimate chocolate goodness.
- Easy to make at home, even with basic ingredients.
- Fun to dip, roll, and share with friends or family.
Easy Homemade Lamingtons with Cocoa Icing
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 16–20 squares 1x
- Category: Cake, Cupcakes, Cookies and Tarts
- Method: Easy
- Cuisine: Australian
Description
Bake some Classic, Soft and Chocolatey Lamingtons at home for a treat everyone will love.
Ingredients
Cake
- 1 cup margarine
- 2 cups sugar
- 4 eggs
- 3 cups flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup milk
- Pinch of salt
Icing & Coating
- 6 cups icing sugar
- 4 tbsp cocoa
- 1/4 cup margarine
- 2/3 cup water
- Desiccated coconut, for rolling
Instructions
Cake
- Grab a mixing bowl and cream 1 cup of margarine with 2 cups of sugar until it’s light and fluffy.
- It might stick a bit, just keep going.
- Beat in 4 eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each.
- Sift together 3 cups of flour, 3 tsp of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, alternating with 1 cup of milk.
- Start and end with flour, gently folding to keep the batter airy.
- Pour into a well-greased oven tray (or pan) and bake at 180°C for about 30 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely, then cut it into squares.
Chocolate Icing
- Sift 6 cups of icing sugar and 4 tbsp cocoa into a saucepan.
- Add 1/4 cup margarine and stir over low heat.
- Gradually pour in 2/3 cup water, stirring until the margarine melts and the icing is smooth and just thin enough to coat the cake.
Coat the Lamingtons
- Dip each cake square into the chocolate icing, letting excess drip back into the bowl.
- Roll it around in desiccated coconut until fully covered.
- Place on a cooling rack and let them dry completely.
- Enjoy with tea, coffee, or straight from the tray, it won’t last long!
Notes
Created, Prepared, Tasted, and Tested by Thilleshni
Soft chocolate sponge and coconut create a perfect treat. Classic Soft and Chocolatey Lamingtons are fun to make and share.
Classic Soft and Chocolatey Lamingtons are soft, fluffy, and perfectly chocolatey. The coconut coating adds a satisfying crunch. Every bite is comforting, sweet, and easy to make at home, making them ideal for tea, lunchboxes, or simple indulgence.
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