No-Bake Chocolate and Caramel Lamington Bars

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A decadent, no-bake take on classic Australian lamingtons featuring layers of chocolate, caramel, and coconut in a bar form. This australian-inspired desserts ready in about 20 minutes layers digestive biscuits, crushed, sweetened condensed milk, unsalted butter, melted 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 220 calories and feeds 16, 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 Serves 16 Australian cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. In a bowl, combine 200 g crushed digestive biscuits, 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk, and 100 g melted unsalted butter. Mix until well combined and press evenly into the pan.
  2. Step 2: Pour 1/2 cup caramel sauce over the biscuit base and spread evenly with a spatula. Refrigerate for 1 hour until set.
  3. Step 3: Melt 200 g chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth. Remove from heat.
  4. Step 4: Remove the chilled slab from the fridge and pour melted chocolate evenly over the caramel layer, spreading quickly before it sets.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 cup desiccated coconut evenly on top of the chocolate layer. Refrigerate the entire pan for at least 2 hours until firm.
  6. Step 6: Once set, lift the slab out using parchment paper and cut into 16 squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does No-Bake Chocolate and Caramel Lamington Bars take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 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 No-Bake Chocolate and Caramel Lamington Bars?

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 No-Bake Chocolate and Caramel Lamington Bars?

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 No-Bake Chocolate and Caramel Lamington Bars for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 16 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 16). 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 No-Bake Chocolate and Caramel Lamington Bars?

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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