Amazing Black Bottom Cupcakes Recipe

[@jln8186]

This recipe came from the Pillsbury Bake off competition in the late 1980's. My mother had bought the small magazine Pillsbury would sell at the check out. I still have it packed away in storage. I had a baking business in Maine and this recipe was on my menu. It was a best seller. I put sliced almonds on a wreath like pattern on top then sprinkle with sugar before baking to get a sparkley look.

[@PuddlesTheMolten]

Every time someone skips vanilla in their recipe because John said it was optional, an angel cries

[@carrie8736]

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[@ronniewhitedx]

Some people don't deserve John's recipes. The people who Skip vanilla are one of those groups.

[@karenwh2]

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[@damariwaite883]

Extra definetly

[@populisttrope9385]

For God's sakes please use full size chocolate chips too. Dark chocolate chips.

[@joekoscielniak8576]

I like this recipe a lot! I have 4 neighbors who have been very kind to me after I returned home from the hospital. They kindly brought over dinners for me. This spared me the duty of cooking till I could get a little more steady on my feet. So, thinking about what to return with the dishes and containers to my neighbors, I've struggled with what to make for them. This appears to be a perfect treat to include with the dishes. I can't wait to try it and to taste it for myself!

[@johannabrunke8393]

Growing up, my grandma would always make dessert for all family gatherings. This was everyone’s favorite and still is. Even today in her nineties, my grandma still loves to make this family staple and we, all, still love them. What sets her apart is her homemade chocolate frosting that makes it even more delicious. Going to have to pull out the family cookbook and make a batch after watching this video.

[@PantiesHitTheFan]

no way! my grandma was the same an she made these too! she's passed on now but I will always think of her when I eat these because my mom still makes them

[@lightlightlight88]

You just sorta answered my question, I was asking if there is an icing suggestion to make it look nice for a special occasion. Can you share more please on how to make your grandmas icing?

[@grannyoffive1313]

I am a mom who raised her children in the late 70s… These Blackbottom cupcakes were very popular back then… I still have the recipe… But for some reason the last time I made them the cheesecake did not fall into the middle properly… i'm really out of practice… LOL....So I'm anxious to watch your whole video … Thank you so much!!!

[@dawnconquest7654]

Because of YOU JOHN, I have bought me a scale! So glad I did ☺️! Less dishes and accurate measurements! Thank you 💓😊!

[@PreppyKitchen]

YAYYYYY DAWN!!!!! 💖

[@iReporteriReporting]

Oh, thanks for the sweet reminder! Years ago I used to make these for school bake sales. Many years ago! Love them.

[@rosaliefunk1629]

I made these at least 40 years ago in mini muffin foil liners. They were a Christmas treat for many years and looked so pretty on an assorted cookie tray. They are impressive and easy to make. I enjoy your channel.

[@kathyclark4857]

I like the mini ones too😊

[@teresajohnson514]

I have enjoyed Black-bottoms for the past 30 years. They are delicious.

[@melissaweyrick5311]

Never seen these, but I do love Black Bottom Pie. The touch of Rum flavor in it really takes the pie to the next level.

[@pamyoder6163]

I’ve been making these for decades and they’re always a hit wherever I take them.

[@keepcalmanddanceon9128]

I just made this recipe from your website a few weeks ago! So so good, and really settled my chocolate cupcake craving at 10pm. Love all your baking!

[@bridgethenry24]

I made these today. They are delish. One thing though is I will cut the cream cheese batter recipe in half next time. There was way too much left over. Thanks, John

[@SpiritoftheForest]

YUM!! My favorite local bakery calls these “black and white” cupcakes, but they don’t have chocolate chips in their cheesecake filling. I love these, and your cupcakes look extra amazing! Thank you for sharing! 💜

[@jihvgiuvguffui1230]

Omg the ones in New York!? The ones in New York is chefs kiss

[@tabby5228]

I’ve been making these cupcakes since I was a kid, though the cookbook I learnt from calls them Hidden Giant Cupcakes. So good and glad to see others who enjoy this treat.

[@carrie8736]

Haha and we call them Magic Cupcakes 🤨 I think these cupcake have a lot of different names 😄

[@itsamommything9178]

I’ve done so many recipes from you and I’m always satisfied! You’re amazing and thank you for your videos! I’m new to baking and I appreciate your videos so much! My first recipe from you is the chocolate cake I made for my sons birthday in 2020 when most bakeries were closed and everyone was quarantined lol. I’ve been baking our own goodies since thanks to you! 💓

[@homethatilove4595]

These Cheesecake Brownie 🍫 cupcakes are a great treat for August. Thank you John! 💝

[@lauraleonard4655]

I have a double batch of these in the oven right now! I'm so excited! We have a boat & I am always looking for easy to pack yummy snacks!

[@gramontheline1486]

Im sick...scrolling through and looking at yummy desserts. These are definitely that yummy. These were huge in my family. I dont make them as i always seem to over bake them and they come out dry. I can bake everything else but these i struggle. They are delicious with a tiny scoop of cherry pie filling dolloped into the cheesecake mixture and thick ganache drizzeled heavily on top of cupcake. You asked, and since im not willing w/how i feel to scroll to see if someone else answered, i will. This recipe was, as you stated, a winner in a baking competition. Pillsbury, 1962 13th Annual National Bake Off. Uggg i hate to type this but its how it was done back then (my grandmother was proudly mrs cullen r pfendler) Mrs Leonard Geisert, from Lakewood California won Senior First prize for these. Now you know!

[@dawnconquest7654]

Sunday, August 7, 2022- I just made these today and they are so delicious.

[@vanessagoddess1]

5:50 would add a frozen strawberry or a couple of raspberries to offset the heaviness of the cupcake (fyi, am Australian and find American recipes sweet and heavy/rich)

[@haileyred]

Obsessed with these recipes! Can’t wait till the cookbook is released in the fall :)

[@moniquejeffery4516]

My Grandmother also made these when I was growing up! Love them!

[@WendyWilliamsLiving]

MEMORIES! My siblings and I would make these in the 70's... just heavenly!!!

[@dinog.8606]

I made this recipe recently and omg they are very ADDICTIVE little cupcakes. The were super delicious as there weren’t to sweet which makes it the perfect dessert and fed my sweet tooth appetite. 😋 👍 👏

[@4eccentricabby]

SOOOO good! I love all your treats but especially the unique ones! Thank you for turning me into a better baker - my other passion 🤍

[@leaena6029]

I just made these with skor and semi sweet chocolate chips and ITS THE BEST THING IVE EVER MADE FROM UR CHANNEL!!!!! well, besides your chocolate cupcakes recipe…❤

[@spanish_regime_4hundred363]

Always enjoyed these cupcakes. Been making them without the chocolate chips but adding pecans seen wonderful. Thanks, John!

[@KatherynAcosta7]

Yeyyyyyy DELICIOUSSSS!!! Thank you THANK YOU for theseeee recipes!! Wowwww

[@SueK2001]

I remember having black bottomed cupcakes in the 70’s in San Francisco. I fell in love with them but strangely I never made them. I’ll have to try this recipe out! Yum!

[@stellaryee]

Thanks PreppyKithcen for this great recipe! Tried this recipe today and turned out absolutely good. My kids like it very much!!

[@hollietoronto]

Oh my god THANK YOU - I've been looking for the perfect recipe for these! Always know I can trust yours John!

[@hollietoronto]

Is it possible to make the cream cheese part without an egg?

[@carrie8736]

@@hollietoronto I have made these cupcakes with other recipes already and they always use 1 egg 🤷

[@hollietoronto]

@@carrie8736 yeah I understand that! But I’m trying to make a vegan version :)

[@carrie8736]

@@hollietoronto oh I gotcha, umm ya idk 😐 maybe try it see how it turns out, prob won't have the same consistency tho

[@mariee.5912]

Cheesecake brownies 😋 I have to try that!!!

[@Clownie_P]

I wanna surprise my family by making these

[@dishanichani5009]

Omggg they look so delicious I'll try them out today!

[@maggiethomas6836]

Hi John. I made these earlier but without chocochips. I never liked the name . I'm glad you solved that problem for me. Henceforth I shall call them tuxedo cupcakes! Thanks for the recipe!

[@patriciahartless2095]

Thanks for sharing . Black forest cheesecake cupcakes . Looks so delicious and pretty . And very moist looking . You And Family . Enjoy your cupcakes .

[@zacharyjohnston1957]

My birthday was this past Sunday, and I made your Biscuits for breakfast. They were awesome. Tomorrow I am making your cherry pie. I am so excited.

[@leadingkitchenbysumaira]

Wow amazing looks tooo yummy cup cakes so soft fullffy and spoungy cake perfectly done super wounderful presentation

[@mayalya]

Just made these! 10/10 I love them so much!! They're so delicious

[@mmakomanyatja5213]

I love it so much thank you John

[@LizStaley]

These were my FAVORITE dessert as a child and I've been looking for a good recipe for years. I'm going to have to try this one because I'm sure it's perfect!

[@phoenix2.020]

Wow, I've never heard of black bottom cupcakes before. But they look amazing John! I'd probably eat all of them if I made them 😋😋🧁🍫

[@barbieogden6132]

I looked for your email and could not find it and feel so bad totally off topic. I adore you so much because you have brought my skill level up in just 6 months and because of this my friends and family are so happy. I have a challenge for you and praying with all my heart you can make . My Ex Husbands grandmother was French / Creole and she made something called Comfit ? It was garlic with green Tabasco peppers . She passed many years ago and my Roast and Pork has been sad ever since. I have every conference you will make my heart happy and you are adored .

[@sophiafatcat]

Haven't thought of this recipe in years! Thanks for the video reminder! Will put on my list of desserts for the next family gathering.

[@okamiwolf4612]

I make these and OMG the taste it's so incredible

[@jessgarcia6958]

Just preordered your book! Super excited ! Love your recipes ! 😋

[@ellenhulsbergen3209]

Simply the best! You are such an amazing guy....thanks a lot for all the delicious things you make. ♥️♥️

[@deidregoodman6485]

Look very delicious 🤤😋 I love different kind of cupcakes

[@sharonpaul912]

Yum! I’ve never heard of “black bottom” but seen some variations of cheesecake brownies on Pinterest. These look delicious, excited to try it out! PS you’re “I don’t have that power… not yet” had me chuckling. I’m sure if you took over the world with your amazing treats and food, everyone would be much happier!

[@islandgirl893]

I can’t wait to try this recipe! My mom would make these cupcakes growing up so they’re one of my favorites

[@CrowTRobot611]

This is my childhood favorite. Got me into baking.

[@misshelen1545]

I have not had one of these cupcakes before! Looks so good! 😋 I have made your peanut butter cookies, the sugar cookies, and biscuits. They all turned out amazing! Can't wait to make more of your recipes. Thank you so much for sharing ❤️

[@-Reagan]

I think I would try raspberries or raspberry jam in the cheesecake batter with dark chocolate cocoa powder and maybe dark or semisweet chocolate chips - a be-my-Valentine tuxedo cupcake ❤️

[@itsmeeandrea]

Omgggg yeesss i love any dessert w cream cheese 😍😍😋😋 i wanna make this ASAP

[@fayegibbs9237]

I bet these are fabulous!!❤ I'm trying these!!😊

[@aeonflux_504]

These cupcakes looks so delicious! Do you have a recipe for the black and white cookies? I love your channel so much John, you're a ray of 🌞!!!!

[@slytherincat6687]

I just made these, and they were DELICIOUS!

[@sierraford3186]

Blackbottoms are an old family recipe its always my top seller

[@TheWitchvortex]

This is very similar to the cake what we make in Hungary, called Cow cake "Boci szelet". (because of the black and white spots) :) I will definitely try this cupcake out, it looks so fun.

[@michelevanessen1539]

My family knows these as chocolate cream cheese cupcakes & I still get a dozen from my mom each year for my birthday. 😘❤️

[@BebeHey]

This looks so good, can’t wait to make them!

[@rachelseepersad5490]

I've never heard of this, but I'm certainly going to try. Thanks for sharing

[@lulububu721]

Thank you so very much for sharing John they look amazing and I bet they taste the same! 🧁

[@kathleenpalmer845]

The sound of chocolate chips poured into a bowl - YES!!!

[@deborahojapinwa7834]

We don't have these in my country I'm going to have to try them😘😘😘

[@nichodemusomurye]

Oh my!!! So yummy, will try it, I can feel the taste

[@kristalcuthill1338]

I think some raspberry jam in these would be amazing!!

[@melodybeitzel5378]

Looks so delicious 😋!!

[@pandoraeeris7860]

Black Bottom Cupcakes makes the world go 'round.

[@rihaan.s]

Hey John! You should try making some recipes with matcha!

[@KB-cc2cz]

I never heard about this dessert, it looks incredible! I would maybe try adding coconut flakes as a variation cause i love chocolate and coconut together

[@susan7775]

They’re making me hungry! I haven’t made them for quite a while, so I better get cooking!

[@asugarholicslife]

Oooohhh boy these look really freaking good!

[@Kellylmckee]

My mom always made this for my birthdays!! :) love these

[@marthamika7372]

Looks delicious 👍🏼 😋

[@kandydewey1286]

you are appreciated! Thank you for this ☺️

[@mezscat656]

just tried them! they r soooo good (:

[@hellenalfarolopez8567]

Yum!! Gracias desde 🇨🇷

[@spreest9537]

You mentioned to let you know if we would do something extra to the cupcakes... I think I would like to add some caramel fudge bits to the cheesecake mixture, just because my sweet tooth can never be satisfied. Pecans or hazelnuts sound divine too, though!

[@dianethompson6363]

Making these today topping with a little ganache as my family wants extra.

[@estherkerkmeester5302]

Ur incredible! I loveee ur videos😍

[@tejaswitalla506]

So delicious 😋

[@singerofsongs61]

I make these ALL the time...they are amazingly delicious. I usually give away most because i have zero willpower around these bad boys!!

[@juicesbynate]

The Goat making cheesecakes 😋😋😋😋

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

Thank you for the video!

[@DiaDia18]

Very nice recipie John! They looks amazing! Can you make us cupcake brownie cheesecake? Where you get the shifted wen you use in these video? They looks very nice! Have a nice day and good month! 👍👏🍫🍫🍫

[@vagurl84]

Those look delicious!

[@anthonyvenedicto518]

These look great man. Could you please show us how to make a classic Bolognese sauce next?

[@sunflower3281]

Baltimore, they are a staple in the Baltimore area. Every bakery and grocery store in Maryland has carried them for my entire life. Not sure where they originated, my guess is Baltimore or points south.

[@mrsmcdonald9363]

I’ve opened a can of cherry pie filling and added one cherry covered in glaze on top of each cupcake. You can put it between the black and white batters if you like. Don’t go overboard with the glaze; leave at least half of it in the can.

[@nathasjavankammen4644]

Wow that looks delicious!! We'll give it a try!! Greetings from the Netherlands 🥰🇳🇱

[@KAZHE63]

My mom made these in the 70’s!! 🙂

[@lightlightlight88]

Love vanilla- always double dose. I'm going to try to make gluten free version for special occasion - any suggestions on topping/icing somehow to make it look better that go well with this and can I leave out the choc chips (maybe melt into a frosting instead)?

[@jenngillis75]

I’m from Nova Scotia, my grandma called these girdle snappers!😅

[@Rabiakakitchen786]

Super tasty ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ireenalam865]

Excellent

[@makkahbadwy1110]

Delicious 😋 Thank you

[@bruceneedleman1179]

Made these the other day and they were delicious...only problem was I could only fill 9 of the 12 cups...they didn't overflow so next time I will scale up the recipe by one third and have 3 more delicious cupcakes to eat 😋

[@Intothemythicalworld]

Yum! So trying this one🥰🥰