
Lemon-lime lamington squares
A Peek into Lemon-Lime Lamington Squares
Let’s dive into the world of Lemon-lime lamington squares. Got that? Lemon-lime lamington squares – a zesty, cakey delight that’s sure to tempt your tastebuds.
What You’ll Need:
- A heap of unsalted butter, about 1 cup (or 225 grams if you prefer)
- A good 2 cups of granulated sugar (that’s 400 grams)
- 4 eggs – the bigger, the better
- 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract (an exact 15 ml)
- 3 cups of all-purpose flour (375 grams to be precise)
- 1 tablespoon of baking powder (a solid 15 grams)
- A pinch of salt, about 1/2 teaspoon (or 2.5 grams)
- 1 cup of whole milk (or 240 ml if you’re being exact)
- 2 tablespoons of zesty lemon zest (that’s about 30 grams)
- A quarter cup each of fresh lemon and lime juice (around 60ml each)
- And, of course, 2 cups of desiccated coconut (160 grams)
Set aside an hour and a half for the magic to happen.
This delightful recipe serves up to 12 people.
Nutritional Facts per Serving:
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
- Sodium: 100mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 60g
- Dietary Fibre: 2g
- Protein: 5g
Steps to the Perfect Lemon-Lime Lamington Squares:
- Get that oven preheating to 350°F (175°C) and butter up a square baking pan.
- Take a large bowl and cream the butter and sugar together until it’s light and fluffy.
- Time to beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Now, gradually add this dry mix to your butter mix, alternating with the milk.
- Stir in the all-important lemon zest, lemon juice, and lime juice.
- Pour your delicious batter into the prepped pan and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely, slice into squares, and roll in the desiccated coconut.
Tips:
- Make sure the butter is room temperature – it’s easier to work with.
- Don’t go crazy with the mixing – overmixing the batter can lead to a dense cake.
- Always use fresh lemon and lime juice for the best flavor.
How to Serve:
These Lemon-lime lamington squares taste best at room temperature. Pair them with a cup of tea or coffee, or if you’re feeling indulgent, top them with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Wrapping Up:
So there you have it, Lemon-lime lamington squares – a zesty spin on the traditional Australian treat. These tangy squares are perfect for any occasion, be it a dinner party or a casual gathering. So go on, give this recipe a whirl – you won’t be disappointed. Remember, life’s too short to skip dessert!

LEMON-LIME LAMINGTON SQUARES
Nutritions
Ingredients
- A heap of unsalted butter about 1 cup (or 225 grams if you prefer)
- A good 2 cups of granulated sugar that’s 400 grams
- 4 eggs – the bigger the better
- 1 tablespoon of pure vanilla extract an exact 15 ml
- 3 cups of all-purpose flour 375 grams to be precise
- 1 tablespoon of baking powder a solid 15 grams
- A pinch of salt about 1/2 teaspoon (or 2.5 grams)
- 1 cup of whole milk or 240 ml if you’re being exact
- 2 tablespoons of zesty lemon zest that’s about 30 grams
- A quarter cup each of fresh lemon and lime juice around 60ml each
- And of course, 2 cups of desiccated coconut (160 grams)
Instructions
- Get that oven preheating to 350°F (175°C) and butter up a square baking pan.
- Take a large bowl and cream the butter and sugar together until it’s light and fluffy.
- Time to beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Now, gradually add this dry mix to your butter mix, alternating with the milk.
- Stir in the all-important lemon zest, lemon juice, and lime juice.
- Pour your delicious batter into the prepped pan and bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool completely, slice into squares, and roll in the desiccated coconut.
Notes
Make sure the butter is room temperature – it’s easier to work with.
Don’t go crazy with the mixing – overmixing the batter can lead to a dense cake.
Always use fresh lemon and lime juice for the best flavor. HOW TO SERVE These Lemon-lime lamington squares taste best at room temperature. Pair them with a cup of tea or coffee, or if you’re feeling indulgent, top them with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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