Delicious Gluten Free Lamingtons: A Sweet Twist on an Australian Classic

Classic Australian gluten free lamingtons made with Gluten Free Nomad 1 to 1 Baking Flour

Gluten Free Lamingtons Recipe

Our Gluten Free Lamingtons is soft, light, and perfectly coated in rich chocolate and coconut, made easy using our premium gluten free bakers flour. Specially crafted as a high-performance gluten free baking flour, it’s designed as a 1:1 substitute for regular flour, working seamlessly in this classic Australian dessert—no extra adjustments needed. Whether you’re baking lamingtons, cakes, biscuits, or everyday treats, this versatile gluten free bakers flour delivers consistent texture, structure, and flavour every time. Ideal for home bakers and professionals alike, our blend takes the guesswork out of gluten-free baking. Buy our gluten free bakers flour online today and enjoy a reliable, high-quality solution for all your gluten-free recipes, from traditional lamingtons to modern favourites.


Ingredients

Sponge cake

60g butter (softened)

120 caster sugar

4 eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

120g Gluten Free All Purpose Flour

1 1/2 tsp baking powder


Chocolate coating

40g butter

150g full cream milk

500g icing sugar

50g cocoa powder

desiccated coconut


Method

  1. Preheat oven to 190, line a large baking tray and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl using an electric mixer, beat together eggs and sugar. Add in the butter and vanilla extra. Continue to beat until batter is smooth and not curdled.
  3. Add in sifted flour and baking powder and gently fold to combine.
  4. Pour batter into baking tray and bake for 12-14 mins, until golden and spongy. Allow to cool in tin for 5 mins before transferring to wire rack.
  5. Once cooled, cut off edges of sponge and place in the freezer for about 30 mins.
  6. In a medium sized saucepan, on a low heat mix butter and milk until combined.
  7. Add in the icing sugar and cocoa powder. Mix until combined. Then, transfer into a deep bowl.
  8. Line another tray with baking paper and spread out coconut.
  9. Remove sponge from freezer and cut into 12-16 pieces (depending on size of tray used).
  10. Dip sponge pieces into chocolate coating and then coat with coconut. Transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining sponge.
  11. Refrigerate for 30 mins to allow icing to set before serving.

 

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