18 lamington recipes that look nothing like your nan’s
Is it possible to improve on the classic Australian lamington? Yes. Yes it is. Here’s 18 incredible twists on one of our favourite desserts - from a lamington cheesecake (yum!) to baked lamington and jam doughnuts (they’re to die for).
Learn how to make the classic coconut variety with its soft sponge, choc-coconut coating, and sticky strawberry jam and cream filling.
But if you’re happy to shake things up, we have some fantastic lamington-inspired treats that will knock the socks off your nan. From cheesecakes to roulades and biscuits, here are some new lammo recipes that you’ll absolutely love.
Coffee and wattleseed lamington cake
“I love lamingtons, I still buy the packs of 24! I wanted to create an impressive dessert that brings some native ingredients into the mix. Wattleseed is perfect, it has a nutty, coffee-like flavour that works so well.” - Lauren Eldridge
A slice of this beauty will transport you to coconut cheesecake heaven. Begin this recipe 5 hours ahead.
“This XL lamington is the ultimate crowd-pleasing indulgence, with a light-as-air sponge sandwiching jam and cream” - Phoebe Wood.
White chocolate, lamington and pineapple jam cake
This summery cake is a necessity at any birthday or barbecue.
Chocolate, coconut, jam and cream, a match made in dessert heaven. You will need a Swiss roll pan for this recipe.
Lamingtons with blackberry jam and vanilla cream
There’s nothing wrong with traditional lamingtons, but Phoebe Wood’s pimped up twist with blackberry jam and vanilla cream is on another level.
Flourless chocolate lamington cake
This decadent chocolate cake is inspired by the classic lamington. There’s no couple better than coconut and choc.
Sponge, icing and coconut. What more could dreams be made of?
Cherry and coconut lamington choc-top
Coconut, cherry, chocolate – the makings of an Aussie favourite remade for summer.
Two Australian icons come together in this dessert, the mango and the lamington.
Combat the humidity with a bowl of lamington fro-yo soft serve
What’s cooler than cool? Ice-cold frozen yoghurt! delicious. Assistant Food Editor Samantha Coutts gives the classic lamington a contemporary twist.
These aren’t regular cookies... they’re lux lamington and cherry cookies, and we couldn’t have asked for more.
Matt Moran’s panna cotta lamington cake with strawberry jam
Matt Moran’s modern take on an Australian classic .
Baked lamington and jam doughnuts
These lamington doughnuts are truly the best of both worlds. Begin this recipe 3 hours ahead.
Naked lamington cake with raspberry jam panna cotta
“My panna cotta filling is inspired by the amazing lamingtons at Sydney’s Flour and Stone Bakery.” Phoebe Wood
This recipe is a blend of two of Australia’s favourite cakes - friands and lamingtons - with the summery taste of mango.
Inspired by the orange lamingtons from Luke Mangan Food, this strawberry version works really well.
Teresa Cutter’s healthy Australia Day lamingtons
“What would Australia Day be without a lamington or two? These delicious spelt-flour lamingtons, from my Healthy Baking Cookbook, are a healthy take on the culinary icon. Rich in wholefood goodness, with a taste that’s purely delicious – you’ll never choose a store-bought version again!” - Teresa Cutter.
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