Coffee-Infused Lamington Cake Cubes

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Classic Australian lamingtons with a twist—sponge cake cubes soaked in espresso, dipped in chocolate ganache, and rolled in toasted coconut. This australian-inspired desserts ready in about 50 minutes layers all-purpose flour, baking powder, softened unsalted butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 12 Australian cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour an 8-inch square baking pan.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, sift together 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1 tsp baking powder.
  3. Step 3: In a large bowl, beat 1/2 cup softened unsalted butter with 3/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 large eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract.
  5. Step 5: Alternately add the flour mixture and 1/3 cup milk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
  7. Step 7: Cut the cooled cake into 1 1/2-inch cubes. Place 1/3 cup cooled espresso in a shallow dish and gently dip each cube to soak lightly; set on a wire rack.
  8. Step 8: To make ganache, heat 1/4 cup heavy cream until simmering and pour over 1 cup dark chocolate chips. Stir until smooth.
  9. Step 9: Dip each espresso-soaked cake cube into the chocolate ganache, letting excess drip off, then roll in 1 1/2 cups toasted shredded coconut to coat fully.
  10. Step 10: Place finished lamingtons on a tray and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to set the coating.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Coffee-Infused Lamington Cake Cubes take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Coffee-Infused Lamington Cake Cubes?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Coffee-Infused Lamington Cake Cubes?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Coffee-Infused Lamington Cake Cubes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Coffee-Infused Lamington Cake Cubes?

Australian desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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