If dessert isn’t part of your daily survival kit, are you even doing life right?

At our place, dessert comes right after dinner—and sometimes instead of dinner. So when we realised some of our loved ones were going gluten-free (by choice, by allergy, or by that mysterious thing the internet calls “gut health”), we had a decision to make. Give up cake? Never. Get clever with our baking? You bet.

Thanks to Tres Artisan Collection, the land of egg-free, vegan, and downright magical gluten-free cake mixes, we’ve got dessert back on the table. And it’s looking better than ever.

Here’s an article on why it is important to consider adding gluten-free cakes to your baking repertoire.

Here are our top 5 gluten-free desserts Australia is going to be drooling over this season. Spoiler alert: they’re easy, family-friendly, and taste like they came straight from a boutique bakery in Paris… minus the jet lag.

1. Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake – The Classic Crowd-Pleaser

You know those moments when you need a cake that just works? Whether it’s your niece’s birthday, a late-night craving, or a Tuesday (because honestly, Tuesdays are hard), this one’s your chocolatey knight in shining frosting.

What You’ll Need:

• 1 box of our GLUTEN FREE Chocolate Cake Mix & Frosting (Egg Free) from Tres Artisan Collection
• 1 cup of plant-based milk
• 1/3 cup of neutral oil
• Optional: a splash of espresso (not just for your soul—chocolate loves it)

Directions:
Follow the instructions on the box. Honestly, it’s easier than finding a matching sock in the laundry. Bake, frost, and try not to eat it straight from the pan (been there, done that).

Pro Tip: Feeling extra? Top it with fresh raspberries, a sprinkle of sea salt, or a dramatic cocoa dusting like you’re on MasterChef. Because who says easy gluten-free baking can’t be fancy?

2. Almond & Orange Polenta Cake – Zesty, Moist, and Naturally Gluten-Free

Ah, this one’s for the grown-ups. The folks who brunch, who use coasters, who’ve recently discovered the joy of citrus in cake (where has it been all our lives?).

What You’ll Need:

• 1 box of GLUTEN FREE Orange Cake Mix & Frosting (Egg Free) from Tres Artisan Collection
• 1/2 cup almond meal
• Zest of one orange (bonus points for dramatic grating)
• 1 tbsp polenta (optional, but adds a charming rustic crunch)

Directions:
Whip up the mix, stir in almond meal, orange zest, and polenta. Bake until golden and fragrant. While it cools, mix a quick glaze from orange juice and icing sugar and drizzle it on like you’re channeling your inner Nigella.

Fun Fact: Almond meal = moist magic. It keeps things rich and nutty. This one had my cousin (who swears he hates cake) asking for seconds. Twice.

3. Vanilla Bean Cupcakes with Coconut Frosting – Light, Fluffy, and Dairy-Free

Want to impress a crowd and still keep it gluten-free, egg-free, and dairy-free? These are your golden tickets. Plus, they look adorable, which is half the dessert battle, right?

What You’ll Need:

• 1 box of GLUTEN FREE Vanilla Cake Mix & Frosting (Egg Free) from Tres Artisan Collection
• 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste (because we’re classy like that)
• 1 cup chilled coconut cream (pop it in the fridge overnight)
• 2 tbsp icing sugar

Directions:
Bake as per the box. While the cupcakes cool, whip the coconut cream with icing sugar until fluffy like your nan’s poodle. Pipe it on and boom—bakery who?

Bonus Idea: Toasted coconut flakes on top = next level. Trust me, it’ll transport you to a tropical island—no passport required.

4. Bubblegum Cake – A Whimsical, Colourful Gluten-Free Treat

Listen. If you’ve never eaten a blue-pink cake that tastes like childhood birthday parties and unicorn dreams… you haven’t lived.

This gluten-free dessert is perfect for kids, or for that one adult friend who still knows how to party (mine’s named Kelly—this is her favourite).

What You’ll Need:

• 1 box of GLUTEN FREE Bubblegum Cake Mix & Frosting (Egg Free) from Tres Artisan Collection
• Colourful sprinkles
• Edible glitter (go big or go home)

Directions:
Mix, bake, frost. Then? Decorate like no one’s watching. One time I brought this to a baby shower, and it upstaged the baby. No regrets.

True Story: Even the school principal asked for seconds when we served this at the fundraiser. Moral of the story? Never underestimate the power of bubblegum cake.

5. Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes – Fresh, Fruity, and Perfect for Spring

These little gems scream “I have my life together” (even if your sink is full of dishes). They’re fresh, light, and pair perfectly with sunshine and awkward family picnics.

What You’ll Need:

• 1 box of GLUTEN FREE Strawberry Cake Mix & Frosting (Egg Free) from Tres Artisan Collection
• Fresh strawberries, sliced and ready for their close-up
• Whipped coconut cream or dairy-free topping of your choice

Directions:
Bake, cool, then top with a swirl of coconut whip and fresh strawberries. I like to add a mint leaf and pretend I’m on a cooking show. The dog is my judge.

Serving Suggestion: These are picnic royalty. Pop them in a basket, cue some Norah Jones, and thank me later.

The Final Crumb

Whether you’re baking for a birthday, a brunch, or just a Tuesday night binge of Bridgerton (guilty), Tres Artisan Collection gluten-free cake mixes are here to save the day—and your oven.

Made with love, crafted without gluten, and designed for family-friendly gluten-free cakes, these mixes make it so easy to keep everyone happy. Plus, with the added perks of egg-free and vegan options, it’s basically peace in dessert form.

From the best gluten-free cupcakes to bold and colourful bakes, the hardest part is choosing which one to start with.

So go ahead—dive into the Tres Artisan Collection of vegan, egg-free, and gluten-free desserts. You bring the apron; we’ll bring the magic.

Now spill the tea—which one are you trying first?