Description
Strawberry-Lime-Coconut Lamingtons are a delightful twist on the classic Australian treat. These vibrant sponge cake squares are infused with sweet strawberries and zesty lime, then coated in creamy coconut. Perfect for celebrations or as a refreshing afternoon indulgence, these lamingtons offer a burst of tropical flavor in every bite, guaranteed to brighten your dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- Zest and juice of 1 lime
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the butter mixture alternately with milk until just blended. Fold in strawberries, lime juice, and zest.
- Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares. For coating, whisk powdered sugar with coconut milk until smooth. Dip each square in this mixture and roll in coconut flakes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg