Fancy a sweet cake with coconut that’s more than inviting? Check out this Lamington recipe, it’s truly exciting!
Lamingtons are an iconic dessert from Australia that have become a beloved treat all over the world. These delicious sponge cakes are covered in chocolate icing and rolled in shredded coconut, creating a unique and flavorful treat that is impossible to resist. But where did the lamington originate, and what is the story behind this famous dessert?
The history of the lamington can be traced back to the late 1800s, and it is said to have been created by the wife of a former Governor of Queensland, Lady Lamington. According to legend, Lady Lamington was tasked with entertaining unexpected guests one day and had to come up with a dessert on short notice. She took a basic sponge cake, cut it into squares, dipped them in chocolate icing, and rolled them in shredded coconut to create a unique and delicious dessert that would go on to become an Australian classic.
Today, lamingtons can be found in bakeries all over the world, and they have become a beloved treat for people of all ages. They are often enjoyed at special events, such as birthdays and weddings, and are a popular choice for afternoon tea.
It is said that Queen Elizabeth II herself is a fan of lamingtons. During a visit to Australia in the 1950s, the Queen was presented with a tray of lamingtons by the Country Women’s Association. The Queen reportedly loved the dessert so much that she requested the recipe be sent to her.
But while the lamington may be a classic dessert, it has evolved over the years to accommodate different dietary requirements. Today, there are sugar-free versions of the lamington available, using natural sweeteners such as stevia to create a guilt-free treat for those looking to watch their sugar intake.
So, what makes the lamington so special?
Is it the moist sponge cake, the rich chocolate icing, or the shredded coconut? Or is it the combination of all three that creates a unique and flavorful dessert that is impossible to resist?
What is the cultural significance of the lamington?
For many Australians, the lamington is not just a dessert; it is a symbol of their culture and identity. It represents the ingenuity and resourcefulness of early settlers who had to make do with what they had on hand. It is a reminder of simpler times, when a homemade dessert could bring people together and create cherished memories.
How has the lamington evolved over the years?
While the basic recipe remains the same, there are now many different variations of the lamington available. Some bakers have experimented with different flavors, such as adding raspberry jam or lemon curd to the filling. Others have created giant lamington cakes, using multiple layers of sponge cake to create a towering dessert that is perfect for special occasions.
Lamington is a beloved dessert that has become an iconic part of Australian culture. Its simple yet delicious recipe has stood the test of time, and it continues to be enjoyed by people all over the world. Whether you prefer the classic recipe or one of the many variations available, there is no denying the fact that the lamington is a unique and flavorful dessert that is sure to leave you feeling satisfied.
Ingredients
Cake
- 3 medium / 150g Eggs
- 7 tablespoons / 100g Butter
- 3 tablespoons / 60g Honey or sweetener of choice
- 2½ cup / 300g Flour
- 1 tablespoon / 10g Baking powder (check instructions on packaging)
- ½ cup / 100g Water or milk (coconut milk works even better)
Icing
- 1 tablespoon / 15g Butter
- 3 tablespoons / 25g Cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons / 40g Honey or sweetener of choice
- ½ cup / 100g Milk
- ½ teaspoon / 2.5g Rum aroma (optional)
Coating
- 1 cup / 200g Desiccated coconut
How to make Lamingtons
- Beat eggs, butter and sweetener of choice until light yellow.
- Add alternately the cinnamon, flour, baking powder mixture and the milk. Mix them until smooth.
- Pour the pastry into a small 8″ x 10″ / 20cm x 25cm baking tray. Put it in the preheated oven at 350ºF / 180ºC for half an hour.
- Meanwhile make the coating:
Melt butter, cocoa powder, agave, milk and rum or rum aroma in a saucepan until cocoa powder is completely dissolved. - When cake is baked take the tray out of the oven and leave the cake cool down a bit. Then cut it into cube shapes.
- Use tooth picks to dip the cubes into the chocolate.
- Roll them quickly into the coconut to coat them evenly.
- Leave them on a cooling tray to dry or put them in the fridge to cool down and dry faster if time is short.
Surprise the New Year’s Eve guests with these delicious coconut cubes, look how fast they disappear from the plate.
Enjoy!
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F.A.Q.
What are lamingtons made of?
Lamingtons are typically made of a sponge cake coated in a layer of chocolate icing and then rolled in desiccated coconut.
Where do lamingtons come from?
Lamingtons are said to have originated in Australia, although their exact origins are a matter of debate. Some stories say they were first made in the late 1800s by a cook in the household of Lord Lamington, the Governor of Queensland at the time.
How to store lamingtons?
Lamingtons can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a few days. However, if you need to store them for longer, you can freeze them for up to a month.
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Quick, Easy and Sugar Free Lamingtons
Ingredients
Cake
- 3 medium Eggs
- 7 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons Honey or sweetener of choice
- 2½ cup Flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder check instructions on packaging
- ½ cup Water or milk coconut milk works even better
Icing
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 3 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons Honey or sweetener of choice
- ½ cup Milk
- ½ teaspoon Rum aroma optional
Coating
- 2 cup Desiccated coconut
Instructions
- Beat eggs, butter and swetener until pale.
- Add alternately the cinnamon, flour, baking powder mixture and the milk. Mix them until smooth.
- Pour the pastry into a small 8″ x 10″ / 20cm x 25cm baking tray. Put it in the preheated oven at 350ºF / 180ºC for half an hour.
- Melt butter, cocoa powder, agave, milk and rum or rum aroma in a saucepan until cocoa powder is completely dissolved.
- When cake is baked take the tray out of the oven and leave the cake cool down a bit. Then cut it into cube shapes.
- Use tooth picks to dip the cubes into the chocolate
- Roll them quickly into the coconut to coat them evenly.
- Leave them on a cooling tray to dry or put them in the fridge to cool down and dry faster if we can’t wait to try.
Notes
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These ones just made my day! Really loved them without sugar too!
They are fun to make and fun to take! 😀
You can never have enough of Lamingtons
Only when YOU make them ;D or not even then?
whoah this blog is great i like reading your posts.
Stay up the great work!
Thanks! We keep on rolling like lamingtons in the shredded coconut!
I love your blog.. very nice colors & theme.
Did you design this website yourself or did you hire someone to do it for you?
We do everything in house. You know homemade always taste better!
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