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Long-awaited BTS as Australian desserts: a sweet thread. Note: desserts loved by Australians. Not getting into fight over the origins of the pav, so don’t @ me, Kiwi cousins.
Pavlova. WWH of desserts. First appeared in Australia in 1935. Classic, elegant, versatile. Multi-textured meringue, whipped cream, seasonal fresh fruit. Showpiece of get togethers with loved ones and family celebrations. Beloved.
Lamington. Has its own national day. Named for Lord Lamington. First printed recipe 1900. Looks straightforward, but requires meticulous planning and skilled technique for best result. Airy sponge, chocolate, coconut. Can even be a “glamington” or wedding cake.
Fairy Bread. Synonymous with happiness and exuberance. First printed mention in its current form in the Sydney Morning Herald in 1935. White bread, butter, hundreds and thousands (sprinkles). Staple of childhood birthday parties. Everyone has a story of their love for it.
Caramel Slice. Smooth, luscious, multilayered. First appeared in print in the 1970s. Shortbread, caramel, chocolate. Oh, how to balance those competing ratios of sweet, crisp, and velvety. At home in urban cafes and your nan’s kitchen. Some versions go dark (choc) for intensity.
Jelly Slice. Colourful, versatile, chilled. Likely first appeared after the invention of Aeroplane brand jelly in 1927. Biscuit base, condensed milk, jelly. Fruit optional. Christmas icon. Also, can be sweetly innocent or can contain alcohol (think jelly shots).
Neenish Tart. Decadent and steeped in mystery. First mentioned in the press in 1895. Known for duality and precision. Crumbly pastry, jam, mock cream, and the two-tone icing is a must. “Deviant” or “rebellious” neenish tarts found in avant guard kitchens.
Yo-Yo Biscuits. Classic, playful, like sunshine in your hand. First appeared commercially in 1932, but homemade version adapted from Melting Moments after 1940. Custard powder biscuits with silky buttercream. A favourite of all ages. Makes you feel like dancing.
Recipe: https://bakeplaysmile.com/yoyos/
Thanks, everyone. That was great fun. FYI I have not trialled all of the recipes, and I’m not a professional baker, so not especially qualified to troubleshoot. 
Oh and second FYI an Australian tbsp not the same as American one, in case you try any recipes. Enjoy!
Oh and second FYI an Australian tbsp not the same as American one, in case you try any recipes. Enjoy!
And found an auto correct typo after posting. 
Aaargh, Twitter, I love ya, but install an edit feature.
Aaargh, Twitter, I love ya, but install an edit feature.
