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Raspberry Lamingtons

Delicious Raspberry Lamingtons to Brighten Your Day

Discover how to create delightful Raspberry Lamingtons, an iconic Australian dessert that combines a fluffy sponge with raspberry glaze and coconut.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 34 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 19 minutes
Servings: 12 lamingtons
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Australian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge Cake
  • 4 large Eggs Warm for better volume when whipped.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with almond or coconut milk.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Melted.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Ensure accurate measurements.
  • 1 cup Cake Flour All-purpose flour can be used.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended.
For the Raspberry Glaze
  • 1 tablespoon Unflavored Gelatin Powder Dissolve in water before use.
  • 2 cups Frozen Raspberries Fresh can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Fine sugar for smooth consistency.
For the Coating
  • 2 cups Desiccated Coconut Finely shredded for best results.

Equipment

  • cake pans
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Warm eggs in a bowl of hot water for about 5 minutes to encourage fluffiness when whipped.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
  3. Melt butter with whole milk in a saucepan over low heat. In a mixing bowl, beat warmed eggs with granulated sugar for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Fold in sifted cake flour, baking powder, and salt, then add melted butter and milk.
  5. Pour batter evenly into pans and bake for 30-34 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Prepare raspberry glaze by soaking gelatin in cold water, then heat raspberries, powdered sugar, and water until simmering.
  7. Cut cooled sponge cakes into bite-sized squares and freeze for 15 minutes.
  8. Dip chilled squares into raspberry glaze, then roll in desiccated coconut.
  9. Chill coated lamingtons in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1lamingtonCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 55mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to strain the glaze to remove seeds for a smooth texture. Use finely shredded coconut for the best coating results.

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