Description
A vibrant and zesty twist on the classic Australian lamington, featuring strawberry jam and lime-infused icing.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1.5 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup whole milk
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup strawberry jam
3 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tbsp lime zest
2 cups desiccated coconut
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: Whisk eggs and granulated sugar until thick and pale (about 5 minutes).
Step 3: Fold in flour, baking powder, melted butter, milk, and vanilla until just combined.
Step 4: Bake for 25 minutes, then allow to cool completely before cutting into 16 squares.
Step 5: Slice squares in half horizontally, fill with strawberry jam, and sandwich back together.
Step 6: Mix powdered sugar, lime juice, and zest into a smooth glaze; dip squares into glaze and roll in coconut.
Step 7: Set on a wire rack for 20 minutes before serving.
Notes
Freeze the cake squares for 30 minutes before dipping to ensure a clean finish.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
