Green Grass Lamingtons

Directions

1. 1
   Place the coconut in a plastic bag.
2. 2
   Add the food colouring and shake and rub until well combined.
3. 3
   Transfer to a plate.
4. 4
   Use a large serrated knife to trim the crusts from the top and bottom of the cake.
5. 5
   Cut the cake into 3 even portions, then cut each portion into 6 squares.
6. 6
   Place the icing sugar mixture into a heatproof bowl over a medium saucepan of simmering water.
7. 7
   Add the hot water and extra food colouring and use a whisk to stir for 5 minutes or until smooth and runny.
8. 8
   Use 2 forks to dip each cake square in the icing mixture to coat.
9. 9
   Shake off excess.
10. 10
    Roll the cake in the coconut mixture to evenly coat.
11. 11
    Transfer to a wire rack to set.