Make classic Aussie lamingtons the easy way with your Thermomix. Light sponge cake, rich chocolate coating, and plenty of coconut—this recipe simplifies a much-loved treat.
I'm not going to lie. Lamingtons are a bit fiddly to make and once or twice I've regretted the decision half way through dipping them in coconut.
BUT - they're worth it and with this Thermomix recipe & my tips, you're in for the simplest recipe around that gets the tick of approval from my kids whose standard of comparison is our local bakery. These lamingtons win apparently.
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Why this recipe
I know there's no shortage of lamington recipes out there so here's why you should choose this one:
- Quick & Easy – This recipe takes the guesswork out of baking by using the Thermomix to streamline each step, making homemade lamingtons simpler than ever.
- Classic Aussie Favourite – Lamingtons are a nostalgic treat beloved across Australia, and this recipe delivers all the traditional flavour with less fuss.
- Perfect for Celebrations – Whether it’s Australia Day, a school event, or just because – lamingtons are always a crowd-pleaser.
- Soft Sponge + Rich Chocolate + Coconut = Bliss – That perfect balance of textures and flavours makes these lamingtons irresistible every single time.
Ingredients - sponge
- Butter - chopped (plus extra for greasing)
- White sugar - or raw sugar
- Eggs - at room temperature
- Vanilla - here's how to make your own pure vanilla extract
- Self-raising flour - here's how to make your own self-raising flour
See recipe card for quantities.
Ingredients - icing
- Butter -the pure stuff
- Milk - full cream
- Icing sugar - also called powdered sugar. Here's how to make your own powdered sugar.
- Cocoa powder - or raw cacao powder
- Desiccated coconut - or shredded coconut for coating
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Making the sponge is relatively straightforward.
The tricky, or really I should just say somewhat annoying part of making lamingtons is the dipping in chocolate and rolling in coconut.
Maybe there's an easier way out there but here's how I do it.
- Lay a sheet of baking paper or aluminium foil under cooling rack. This will catch the drips and make clean up much easier.
- Pour the chocolate icing into a deep bowl and the coconut in another.
- Dip the sponge into the chocolate icing and then put it on the wire rack to let the excess drip off.
- As soon as all the sponge is coated in icing, dip it in the coconut making sure you press it into the icing.
- Put the finished lamingtons into an airtight container.
Variations
I don't love the idea of messing with a classic but there are a few fun ways you can mix it up.
- Rainbow - instead of just coconut, combine coconut and 100s & 1000s for a rainbow lamington
- Jam-filled - before dipping in icing, slice each sponge square in half and then sandwich back together with homemade jam. Then dip in chocolate and continue according to the instructions.
Another option is to make them giant or make them mini - whatever size you like!
If you want a truely fancy lamington then you might like to try our panna cotta lamingtons. For a no-bake version, our raw lamington bites are a delicious treat.
Equipment
So obviously to make Thermomix lamingtons you'll need a Thermomix. There are of course other recipes out there to make lamingtons that don't require a Thermomix but I love how much simpler it makes them.
Storage
Store your homemade lamingtons in an airtight container for 3 days at room temperature or up to a week in the fridge.
You can also freeze them in a container or individually wrapped.
Serving
Serve lamingtons at room temperature.
FAQ
Look yes you can but this particular sponge recipe doesn't adapt all that well. You can use this sponge recipe and make the icing in a saucepan.
Yes you can freeze lamingtons. I recommend freezing them on a tray first and then putting them in a container or ziplock bag once solid.
This totally depends on how big you want the lamingtons. I usually cut it into 9 because I have 3 kids and I hate lamington fights.
Absolutely. They're much easier than actual lamingtons. Pour the batter into cupcake cakes to bake (about 12-15 minutes but check with a cake tester). Once cooled, dip the top in the icing, let it drip off then press into coconut.
I don't see why not! Just follow the steps from the icing stage.
Recipe
Thermomix lamingtons
Equipment
- 1 Thermomix
Ingredients
Sponge
- 50 g butter cut up (plus extra for greasing)
- 120 g white sugar or other sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
- 120 g self-raising flour or 120g plain flour with 2 teaspoon baking powder
Icing
- 30 g butter
- 160 g full cream milk
- 500 g icing sugar
- 50 g cocoa powder or raw cacao powder
- Desiccated coconut or shredded coconut for coating
Instructions
Sponge cake
- Preheat the oven to 190°C fan-forced & grease and line a square cake tin (20 cm).
- Place the sugar into the mixing bowl of the Thermomix and mill 20 sec/speed 10.
- Insert the butterfly whisk. Add the eggs and beat for 7 min/50°C/speed 3.
- Add the butter and vanilla and combine 5 sec/speed 4. Remove the butterfly whisk. Scrape down the sides of mixing bowl with spatula.
- Add the flour and mix 10 sec/speed 3.
- Pour into the prepared tin and bake for 25 minutes (190°C) until golden on top. Leave it to cool in tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. You can refrigerate it after it cools to room temperature to make icing easier.
Icing
- Place butter and milk into the mixing bowl and heat 2 min/80°C/speed 2.
- Add icing sugar and cocoa powder and mix 20-25 sec/speed 4. Scrape down the sides then pour into a deep bowl.
- Cut the sponge into pieces. The size depends on how big you want your lamingtons. Place them on a wire rack with a sheet of baking paper under it.
- Half fill another deep bowl with the coconut.
- Using two forks (or your fingers if you don't mind getting them dirty - but just one hand), dip each piece of sponge in the chocolate icing to cover it then place it back on the rack to let the excess drip off.
- Place the icing coated sponge one at a time in the coconut bowl and toss to coat. Once coated place in an airtight container. You may need to add more coconut to the bowl.
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