Melt-in-Your-Mouth Australian Lamington Tower
A delectable and easy-to-make Australian dessert, the Melt-in-Your-Mouth Lamington Tower features moist chocolate sponge cake dipped in milk chocolate ganache and coconut flakes, drizzled with lemon glaze and served with berry coulis. This recipe is perfect for a casual gathering or special occasion and is suitable for those following a standard diet.
Allergens Gluten, Dairy, Eggs
Ingredients
1. Freshly baked chocolate sponge cake, 2. Smooth milk chocolate ganache, 3. Desiccated coconut, 4. Lemon glaze, 5. Berry coulis, 6. Mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
Slice the chocolate sponge cake into even pieces. Dip each piece in milk chocolate ganache. Roll in desiccated coconut. Arrange on a platter, alternating layers of cake and lemon glaze. Top with berry coulis and garnish with mint leaves.
Chefβs Insight The contrast of textures makes this dessert irresistible.
Notes Ensure the cake is completely cooled before dipping in ganache.
Substitutions For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free cake. To make it dairy-free, replace milk chocolate with dark or white chocolate.
Alternative Preparations Individual lamington bites instead of tower.
Alternative Methods Use a microwave to heat the chocolate for ganache.
Best Storage Practice Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Plating Tips Arrange cake pieces with equal spacing, drizzle glaze evenly, and place mint leaves artistically for balance.
Nutrition Facts High in sugar, moderate in fat.