Lemon Meringue Lamingtons

These Lemon Meringue Lamingtons are a playful fusion of the beloved Australian lamington and the tart, creamy flavor of lemon meringue pie. A light lemon sponge cake base is enveloped in a zesty lemon glaze and crowned with fluffy meringue, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and citrusy freshness. A truly irresistible dessert for any occasion!

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 12-16 lamingtons
Calories per Serving: ~250 kcal (varies with serving size)

Course and Cuisine:

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Australian, Fusion
Ingredients:

For the Lemon Sponge Cake:

1 cup (220 g) sugar
1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
Zest of 2 lemons
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups (180 g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
For the Lemon Glaze:

2 cups (250 g) powdered sugar
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup (60 ml) water (adjust to achieve a glaze consistency)
1 tsp lemon zest
For the Meringue:

2 large egg whites
1/2 cup (100 g) sugar
1/4 tsp cream of tartar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For Assembling:

2 cups (200 g) shredded coconut (optional)
How to Make:

Prepare the Lemon Sponge Cake: