Lamingtons

Directions

1. 1
   For best results bake the cake the day before or, if you have stored the cake in the freezer, allow to defrost 24 hours before icing.
2. 2
   Cut cake into 21 squares 2 Chocolate Icing: Sift icing sugar and cocoa into a bowl.
3. 3
   Mix in remaining ingredients except coconut and stir until smooth and shiny, using a little more water if necessary to reach the right consistency.
4. 4
   Use immediately, keeping bowl over hot water.
5. 5
   Add a little more boiling water if icing begins to thicken.
6. 6
   Dip the squares of cake in icing.
7. 7
   A carving fork or skewer is useful.
8. 8
   Allow to drip for a minute then roll in coconut.
9. 9
   Leave on wire rack to cool.