# Quinoa-Based Baking Mixes This Chocolatey Gluten-Free Baking Mix Features Quinoa Flour By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-04-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-baking-mix References: [traderjoes](https://www.traderjoes.com/digin/post/fudgy-chocolate-quinoa-loaf--cake-mix) [Trader Joe's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellow-cake-baking-mix) recently introduced a gluten-free baking mix that is sure to satisfy those who love chocolate. The Trader Joe’s Fudgy Chocolate Quinoa Loaf & Cake Mix is a two-piece set that includes a mix made from minimal ingredients like quinoa flour, cocoa, sugar, baking powder, natural flavors and salt, as well as a fudge sauce to add to the decadent yet healthy creation. Trader Joe's refers to the fudge sauce as "the not-so-secret ingredient" that adds richness and moistness to the finished cake. When it comes to using the gluten-free baking mix to prepare either a cake or a loaf, the only wet ingredients that need to be added include some kind of vegetable oil of one's choosing, plus water and eggs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Gluten-free Baking Mixes:** Opportunity for creating innovative baking mixes that cater to the growing demand for gluten-free products. - **Quinoa Flour:** Potential for utilizing quinoa flour in various food products as a healthy and nutritious alternative to traditional wheat flour. - **Decadent Yet Healthy Creations:** Market for developing and marketing indulgent food products that are also healthy and made with wholesome ingredients like quinoa flour. ### Where This Applies - **Food Production:** Disruptive innovation opportunities for food companies to create gluten-free baking mixes that cater to consumer dietary preferences. - **Health and Wellness:** Opportunity for health-focused companies to develop and market products that incorporate quinoa flour as a nutritious ingredient. - **Culinary Innovation:** Potential for chefs and food entrepreneurs to create gourmet desserts and baked goods that offer a balance between decadent flavors and healthy ingredients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Versatile Yellow Cake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellow-cake-baking-mix.md) - [Gluten-Free Chocolate Muffins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-double-chocolate-muffins.md) - [Gluten-Free Brownie Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-double-chocolate-brownie.md) - [Health-Focused Plant-Based Baking Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-baking-mix.md) - [Farmer-Supporting Baking Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-baking-mixes.md) - [Rainbow Sprinkle Cake Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chromatic-celebration-cake-baking-mix.md) - [Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-chocolate-chip-cookies.md) - [Creamy Strawberry Baking Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberries-crme-pancake-waffle-mix.md) - [DIY Focaccia Bread Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/focaccia-bread-mix.md)