Soft and fluffy sponge cake squares dipped in a vibrant raspberry glaze and coated with desiccated coconut—a fruity and refreshing twist on the classic Australian treat!
Author:Asma
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Australian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Sponge Cake:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup milk
For the Raspberry Glaze:
1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup water
2 cups desiccated coconut (for coating)
Instructions
Bake the Sponge Cake:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
Fold in flour, baking powder, and milk, stirring until smooth.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Let the cake cool completely before cutting into squares.
Prepare the Raspberry Glaze:
In a blender, blend raspberries, powdered sugar, and water until smooth.
Strain the mixture to remove seeds, creating a smooth glaze.
Coat the Lamingtons:
Cut the cooled sponge cake into squares.
Dip each square into the raspberry glaze, ensuring even coverage.
Roll the coated squares in desiccated coconut, covering all sides.
Set & Serve:
Place the lamingtons on a wire rack and let them set for 30 minutes before serving.
Enjoy these fruity and coconut-coated treats!
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice to the raspberry glaze.
Let the sponge cake sit overnight before dipping—it helps absorb the glaze better!