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lamingtons cake
Wandile

Lamingtons Square Cakes

Soft vanilla sponge filled with homemade berry jam, dipped in either chocolate or raspberry coating, and finished with a swirl of fresh cream on top. Each square combines a light sponge, a fruity jam centre, and a smooth coating for a classic lamington-inspired treat that's perfect for sharing, afternoon tea, or special occasions.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Dipping & Coating 20 minutes
Servings: 12 Squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: South African
Calories: 460

Ingredients
  

For the sponge
  • 2 cups cake flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • cup granulated sugar
  • 65 g unsalted butter softened
  • cup vegetable oil
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk room temp
  • ½ cup buttermilk room temp
Chocolate Dip
  • 250 g chocolate dip
  • 250 ml water
Raspberry Dip
  • 250 g raspberry dip
  • 250 ml water
Berry Jam Filling
  • 2 cups mixed berries fresh or frozen
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp cornflour
Coating
  • 4 cups desiccated coconut

Equipment

  • Baking tray Square or Rectangular
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Saucepan
  • Cooling rack
  • Serrated knife
  • Bowls for dipping, and coating
  • Spatula

Method
 

Bake the sponge
  1. Preheat the oven to 160°C and line a square baking tin with baking paper.
  2. In a bowl, sift together the cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the vegetable oil and mix until combined.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  6. Add the dry ingredients in three additions, alternating with the milk and buttermilk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
  7. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
  10. Allow the cake to cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour for easier cutting.
  11. Cut into 12 equal squares.
Make Berry Jam
  1. Add the berries, sugar, and lemon juice to a saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat until the berries soften and release their juices.
  3. Mix the cornflour with a small amount of water to make a slurry.
  4. Stir the slurry into the berry mixture.
  5. Cook for 1–2 minutes until thickened.
  6. Remove from the heat and allow to cool completely.
Chocolate Dip
  1. Place the chocolate dip mixture and water into a bowl.
  2. Stir until smooth and pourable.
Raspberry Dip
  1. Place the raspberry dip mixture and water into a separate bowl.
  2. Stir until smooth and pourable.
Assemble Lamingtons
  1. Dip each sponge square into either the chocolate dip or raspberry dip, coating all sides.
  2. Allow any excess dip to drip off.
  3. Roll each square in desiccated coconut until fully coated.
  4. Place on a wire rack and allow the coating to set.
  5. Pipe a swirl of fresh whipped cream onto the top of each lamington square.
  6. Spoon or pipe a small amount of berry jam over the cream.
  7. Serve immediately or refrigerate until needed.