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Stale Cake Lamingtons Recipe

Transform leftover or stale sponge, pound, or butter cake into delightful Aussie-inspired Lamingtons! This recipe is a fantastic way to avoid food waste and create a decadent treat. No need to defrost frozen cake completely – simply cube and dip! Get ready for a moist, chocolatey, and coconutty explosion of flavor.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 383 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Stale Cake Lamingtons

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How to Make Stale Cake Lamingtons

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cube your stale cake into 1-inch pieces. If using frozen cake, you can use it slightly frozen.
  3. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl in 30 second intervals, stirring until smooth. Ensure the chocolate is not too hot, or it will melt the cake.
  4. In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and a splash of milk or water to create an egg wash.
  5. Dip each cake cube into the egg wash, ensuring it's fully coated.
  6. Carefully dip the egg-washed cake cubes into the melted chocolate, ensuring they are fully covered. Let any excess drip off.
  7. Place the chocolate-covered cake cubes onto a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
  8. Once the chocolate has set slightly, toss the Lamingtons in desiccated coconut until fully coated.
  9. Place the Lamingtons in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, until the chocolate is set and the coconut is slightly toasted.
  10. Let the Lamingtons cool completely on the wire rack before serving. Enjoy!
  11. Optional: Drizzle with melted white chocolate for an extra touch of elegance.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

288g

Fat

45g

Carbs

25g

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