recipe for Australian Lamingtons

Here's a classic recipe for Australian Lamingtons:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 4 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup boiling water
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
• In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
• Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in two batches, alternating with the milk, and beat until just combined.
• Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Let the cake cool completely in the pan before removing it.
• Cut the cake into 16 squares.
• Spread the coconut on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes or until lightly toasted.
• In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and boiling water until smooth.
• Dip each cake square into the chocolate mixture, then roll it in the toasted coconut until completely covered.
• Set each cake square on a wire rack to allow the chocolate to harden.
• Drizzle the melted butter over each cake square, if desired.

Your Lamingtons are now ready to serve and enjoy!

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