20 lovely lamington recipes

These quintessential Aussie treats are given a makeover in these creative recipes.

Jul 20, 2021 2:00pm

There's no Australian recipe so universally loved as a classic lamington. Perfect with a cuppa or even for dessert, these little choc-coconut sponges always go down a treat. Here, we've pulled together all the best variations on the traditional lamington. From pink lamingtons with musk cream to our best lamington sponge cake, you'll find all the inspiration you need here.

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Lamington angels

These cupcakes are definitely the cutest way to eat a delicious lamington.

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Giant lamington

The humble lamington is one of Australia's most well-loved desserts. This version creates a jumbo version of the tasty chocolate and coconut sponge, and stuffs it with fresh whipped cream and raspberry jam to produce a wonderfully sweet cake.

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Lamington pops

Turn a classic Australian sweet into a decadent cool dessert.

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Lamington choo choo

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Lamington checkers cake

Play edible checkers with this game cake! Use pink lamingtons for a pink themed checkerboard cake, if you prefer.

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Gluten-free berry lamingtons

Not your average lamingtons, these gluten-free favourites use berry jam on the outside instead of chocolate icing.

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Raspberry cheesecake lamingtons

These raspberry delights are a cute creative twist on your classic lamingtons! They're dipped in pink icing and layered with cream cheese filling and fresh raspberries for a fun treat everyone will love.

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Quick & easy mini lamingtons

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If you're looking for a new twist on an old favourite, these little white chocolate lamingtons are the business. Bite-sized pieces of feather-light sponge, dipped in white chocolate and coated in moist shredded coconut.

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Classic lamingtons

Nothing beats fluffy sponge dipped in chocolate and rolled in coconut - fact. Whether it's Australia Day or just for morning tea, these lamingtons will hit the spot.

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Lamington sponge cake

Two sponge cakes are sandwiched with cream and raspberry jam to make the ultimate dessert.

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Lamington roll

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Mini lemon almond lamingtons

These gorgeous mini lemon almond fingers are a zesty take on the classic Australian lamington. The combination of soft sponge rolled in coconut and drizzled with a sweet lemon syrup will leave you reaching for more.

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Pink lamingtons with musk cream

Combining two classic Aussie treats - musk lollies and coconut-coated lamingtons - these sweet morsels from The Australian Women's Weekly's cookbook, 'SWEET', are sure to be a massive success.