Line a rectangular (20x30cm) baking pan with baking paper and set aside
Sift together the flour and baking powder
Whip the softened butter and caster sugar until light and fluffy
Add the vanilla and eggs one at a time, mixing well before the addition of each egg
Fold in half the flour, then stir in half of the almond milk. Repeat with remaining flour and milk. Folding gently
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 20 minutes until lightly golden and the centre when lightly pressed springs back. Remove from the oven and allow to rest for a few minutes, then remove from the pan and allow to cool completely
Cut cake into equal squares.
Sift together the icing sugar and cocoa powder in a bowl deep enough to dip the lamington squares and set aside
Place the shredded coconut in a bowl or on a tray and set aside
Heat the almond milk and coconut oil in a pan and then gently whisk into the icing sugar mixture to a smooth consistency
Dip a piece of cake into the icing with 2 forks roll to cover then carefully roll in coconut on each side
Place on a tray and repeat until all the cake is coated
Allow to set then place on a serving platter and enjoy **To make the cake dairy free, substitute the butter with coconut oil