When you’re on the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) or any healing diet, baked goods can feel like a distant memory. No gluten, no grains, no eggs, no dairy, no chocolate—no fun, right? But that’s exactly why Eat G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R. exists: to bring joy and freedom back to food. Their Cake & Muffin Mix Collection isn’t just for muffins. These mixes are crafted to be versatile, delicious, and safe for those with autoimmune issues, food allergies, or chronic illness—without sacrificing flavor or texture.
Whether you're using the warmly spiced Cinnawin Spice Cake Mix or the rich Dark Choconot Fudge Cake Mix (made without cocoa or chocolate but still tasting like fudge cake), there are so many ways to use them beyond standard cupcakes or muffins.
Here are five AIP-compliant, truly creative ways to use these mixes—no raw links, no nonsense.
1. AIP Mini Donuts or Donut Holes
Conventional donuts are off-limits for anyone on AIP: wheat flour, eggs, seed oils, refined sugar—the list goes on. But with an AIP-friendly mix, you can make baked donuts that are soft, sweet, and totally safe.
How to make them:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the Cinnawin Spice Cake Mix or Dark Choconot Fudge Cake Mix according to package directions.
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Lightly grease a silicone donut pan or mini muffin pan.
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Spoon or pipe the batter into each cavity (about two-thirds full).
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Bake 12–15 minutes until firm and lightly springy.
Optional toppings (all AIP-friendly):
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Melted coconut butter drizzled over the top
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Cinnamon mixed with coconut sugar (if reintroduced)
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Carob glaze (carob powder + coconut milk + honey)
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Toasted coconut flakes or freeze-dried fruit crumble
These are perfect for brunches, kid-approved treats, or when you just miss “real dessert” but can’t compromise your health.
2. Layer Cakes for Birthdays and Celebrations
Celebrations shouldn’t feel like deprivation. You can turn the mixes into elegant layer cakes for birthdays, holidays, or even just because you miss cake.
What you’ll need:
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Two bags of your favorite mix from the Cake & Muffin Mix Collection
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Two round cake pans (6- or 8-inch)
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Parchment paper
Process:
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Preheat oven and prepare batter according to package instructions.
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Divide evenly between pans.
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Bake, cool completely, and remove from pans.
AIP-Friendly Frosting Ideas:
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Whipped coconut cream (chill overnight, whip with honey and vanilla)
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Palm shortening + honey frosting
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Carob-coconut cream for a “chocolate-style” frosting
Layer with sliced strawberries, homemade apple butter, mashed berries, or cinnamon-spiced pears. For extra inspiration or to browse more mixes, visit the Eat G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R. homepage.
3. Cookie Bars, Blondies, or Brownie-Style Squares
Turn your cake mix into chewy, dense bars without eggs, gluten, or cocoa. They store well, travel well, and freeze beautifully.
How to make them:
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Preheat oven to 350°F.
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Prepare the batter from either mix, but use 1–2 tablespoons less water for a thicker texture.
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Optionally add shredded coconut, tigernut flakes, dried fruit, or carob chips (AIP-approved).
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Press batter into an 8x8-inch parchment-lined baking pan.
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Bake 20–25 minutes until the edges are set but the center is soft.
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Cool, slice, and enjoy.
The Cinnawin Spice Cake Mix creates warm, spiced blondies, while Dark Choconot Fudge becomes rich, chocolate-like brownies—without any chocolate or caffeine.
4. Crumble Topping or Press-In Pie Crust
Fruit crisps and pies are often off-limits on AIP because of wheat, oats, and sugar, but this workaround changes everything.
To make crumble topping:
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Mix 1 cup of dry cake mix with 2–3 tablespoons firm coconut oil or palm shortening.
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Use your fingers to create coarse crumbs.
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Sprinkle over fruit like apples, peaches, pears, or berries.
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Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes until bubbling.
To make a press-in pie crust:
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Combine ½ pack of cake mix with 3 tablespoons melted coconut oil.
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Press evenly into a pie dish.
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Pre-bake 10 minutes at 350°F.
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Add filling and bake again.
Use Cinnawin Spice for apple or pumpkin pies, and Dark Choconot Fudge for banana-carob silk or berry pies. Simple, rustic, and completely AIP-compliant.
5. AIP Mug Cakes (Single-Serve, 2-Minute Dessert)
This is the new addition you requested—because it makes sense, it’s AIP, and it’s something people actually want on a Tuesday night when a full cake is just too much.
How to make it:
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In a mug or small bowl, add:
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3 tablespoons of Cinnawin Spice or Dark Choconot Fudge dry mix
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2 tablespoons coconut milk or water
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Optional: 1 teaspoon mashed banana, applesauce, or honey for extra moisture/sweetness
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Stir until just combined.
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Microwave 60–75 seconds (or bake at 350°F for 10–12 minutes if avoiding microwaves).
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Top with coconut whipped cream, carob drizzle, or warm berries.
This is ideal for late-night cravings, portion control, or when you want dessert without making an entire batch.
Food Should Feel Like Freedom
Eat G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R. was founded on the belief that people healing their bodies shouldn’t feel punished every time they sit down to eat. These mixes aren’t just about convenience—they’re about belonging, ritual, and joy.
With the Cake & Muffin Mix Collection, you can bake mini donuts, birthday cakes, cookie bars, mug cakes, and more—all while staying 100% AIP compliant.
If you want to browse more products, recipes, or the story behind the brand, visit the Eat G.A.N.G.S.T.E.R. website.
