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Use a soft yet slightly firm sponge cake that holds its structure when dipped, as a delicate cake may crumble while a dense one won’t absorb the chocolate coating properly.
Always let the cake cool completely or chill it for a while, because a warm cake will break apart easily and won’t give you clean, smooth lamington squares.
Cut the cake into equal-sized pieces using a sharp knife, ensuring each piece looks neat and allows for consistent chocolate coating and coconut coverage.
Prepare a silky, lump-free chocolate mixture with the right balance of cocoa, sugar, butter, and milk so it coats the cake evenly without being too thick or watery.
Dip each cake piece gently and quickly into the chocolate mixture, making sure it’s fully coated without soaking too long, which can make the cake soggy.
Immediately roll each chocolate-coated piece in desiccated coconut, covering all sides thoroughly so every bite has the perfect texture and flavor balance.
Place the coated lamingtons on a rack and allow them to set for at least 30–60 minutes, giving the chocolate layer time to firm up and develop a rich taste.