Spread a measured layer
A thin layer of batter is spread evenly across the cake.
Layer-by-layer baking in Hoppers Crossing
How we build the layers in every cake
We spread and cook each thin layer before adding the next, watching the surface and colour as the cake develops. The finished slice shows the repeated work.
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Step 1
Thin layer
Step 2
Cook surface
Step 3
Watch colour
Step 4
Build height
From batter to the finished cut face
The finished slice shows every step
Cook before adding more
The surface is cooked before the next measured layer is added.
Watch the surface and colour
We use the appearance of each layer to guide the next step rather than treating the process as one continuous bake.
Check the finished cut face
The completed cake shows repeated bands and a fine, dense texture when it is sliced.
Classic layered cake
Original
The base layered method without fruit additions.
Layered cake with fruit
Prune
Pieces of prune are added while keeping the fine layered structure.
Three sections in one cake
3-in-1
Original, Prune and Haw Flakes are combined in one cake for sharing.
Baking base and fulfilment
Baked in Hoppers Crossing
We deliver our lapis legit across Melbourne. Pickup is offered daily from Hoppers Crossing and on weekends from Doncaster, Wantirna South and Melbourne CBD. We arrange Australia-wide postage for lapis legit from our Hoppers Crossing kitchen.
Small slices for a rich cake
Show the layers when serving
The fine, dense texture is richer than a light sponge cake, so thin pieces are easy to share and display the repeated bands clearly.
Method, quality and serving
From the baking process to the finished cake
Read the detailed method, compare the range and learn how to serve the layers neatly.
Detailed baking guide
Read a fuller explanation of the repeated layer-by-layer method.
Read the guideWhat defines our cake
See the layers, dense texture and warm-spice characteristics we look for.
Quality detailsCompare the three types
See how Original, Prune and 3-in-1 use the same layered method.
Compare the rangeCut and serve the layers
Use a clean knife and small slices to show the finished cross-section.
Serving guidanceChoose your lapis legit
Compare Original, Prune and 3-in-1 through the Amour Desserts website.