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$7.00
A premium, all-in-one baking kit with a single promise: a chocolate cake so good, nobody believes it came from a packet.
Everything you need is in the box. The cake mix. The icing mix. Easy to follow instructions. All you need to do is mix, bake, ice and impress.
You keep meaning to have people over.
Saying 'we should do dinner soon' but you don't. Life gets in the way. Hosting feels harder than it should. So you put it off. Again.
Paquette is what makes you stop putting it off.
10–12
Serves
15 min
Prep
30 min
Bake
Easy
Skill level
Real reviews
They made it. They're obsessed.
★★★★★
"It was really quick and easy - and delicious"
Nothing confusing and it was really quick and easy - which was VERY helpful given the week I was having! And it was delicious
★★★★★
"I would never imagine this was a packet cake mix."
It tasted fabulous. I would never imagine this was a packet cake mix. I love everything about it!
★★★★★
"Foolproof and genuinely delicious."
I am a terrible baker. But my son loves to so I try to bake with him. This was foolproof and genuinely delicious. I will be ordering many more of these.
2
Layers. Not one. Two.
A double-layer centrepiece with enough icing to cover the whole cake — not a thin smear on top.
0
Artificial anything.
Dutch cocoa, real raspberries, cane sugar, sea salt. Every ingredient earns its place.
100%
Bakery quality. Every time.
Our Scratch-Quality Crumb Formula™ delivers the same moist, deeply chocolatey result — every single bake.
The difference
Paquette vs.
Everything Else
Paquette was built around one obsessive goal: a cake worth talking about.
| Paquette | Other Mixes |
|---|---|
| Double layer cake | Single layer only |
| Generous icing included | Never enough icing |
| All natural ingredients | Artificial additives |
| Bakery-quality crumb | Holes and tunnels |
| Rich, considered flavours | Basic at best |
| Guest-worthy presentation | Unimpressive |
| Makes a beautiful gift | — |
Everything included
Open the box.
Impress everyone.
Rich Chocolate Cake Mix
2 × pouches — Scratch-Quality Crumb Formula™
Raspberry Icing Mix
2 × pouches — real raspberry buttercream, enough for the whole cake
Step-by-Step Instructions
Clear enough for a first-timer. Fast enough for a seasoned host
Collectible Wine Glass Charm
The little detail that makes it feel like a proper occasion
Paquette Party Playlist
Scan the QR code for the perfect baking-and-entertaining soundtrack
Hostess Tips Card
Make-ahead tips, serving suggestions, and all the things the recipe doesn't tell you
You'll also need from home: eggs, oil, sour cream, water, butter and two 20cm round cake tins.
Made for
Every occasion worth celebrating
Dinner Parties
The dessert that silences the table.
Birthdays
A double-layer cake without the stress.
Gifting
The hostess gift that actually gets used.
Celebrations
Promotions, milestones, "just because."
Sunday Hosting
An effort that doesn't feel like one.
Pantry Essential
Keep one on hand. You'll be glad it's there.
What's inside
Ingredients
Chocolate Cake Mix
- Cane sugar
- Wheat flour
- Dutch processed cocoa
- Natural sea salt
- Sodium bicarbonate
- Baking soda
Raspberry Icing Mix
- Cane sugar
- Tapioca or maize starch
- Real raspberries
Cake: Contains wheat (gluten). May contain milk, sesame, soy.
Icing: May contain soy.
How to make it
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (fan forced). Line two 20cm round cake pans.
- Whisk together sour cream, eggs, and oil in a jug until combined.
- Add wet ingredients to cake mix and stir to combine — batter will be thick.
- Slowly add water in 4–5 additions, mixing well between each. Batter should be glossy and runny.
- Divide evenly between pans. Tap to remove air bubbles. Bake 30–35 minutes until a skewer comes out clean.
- Cool in pan 10 minutes, then on a wire rack until completely cold. Refrigerate once cooled.
- Beat butter until pale and fluffy. Add icing mix, beat until silky. Ice the cold cake.
- Top with fresh raspberries if desired. Serve at room temperature.
Got questions?
We figured you might.
What's actually in the box?
Two chocolate cake mix pouches, two raspberry icing mix pouches, step-by-step instructions, a Hostess Tips card with a QR code for the Paquette Playlist, and a collectible wine glass charm. You'll need eggs, oil, sour cream, water, butter, and two 20cm tins from home.
How hard is it to make?
Genuinely foolproof. If you can stir and set a timer, you can make this cake. Instructions are in the box and there's a how-to video via QR code if you want extra reassurance.
Can I make it ahead of time?
Yes — the plain cake keeps in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months. Iced cakes keep refrigerated for up to 3 days. In fact it's much easier to ice a cold cake than a warm one. Always bring to room temperature before serving.
Is it suitable for dietary requirements?
We're committed to flavour. Our current mix contains gluten and sugar, and is designed to be made with eggs and dairy. The mix may contain milk, sesame, and soy. We're working on alternatives — join the email list to be first to know.
Where do you ship, and how much?
We offer free shipping for purchases over $75. For purchases under $75 we ship across Australia for a flat $10 rate. Orders are dispatched within 1–2 business days.
What's the returns policy?
We stand behind every kit with our 30-day 'Only Crumbs' Guarantee. If you're not happy for any reason, get in touch and we'll make it right.
Does it make a good gift?
One of the best gifts you can give a host or home cook — premium packaging, beautiful result, and something they'll actually use. Order 2 or 3 kits and save up to 20%.