What Were CUPCAKES Like in 1828? Let's Make Them |Real Historic Recipes|

2 variations of "cup cake" as they were in 1828 and 1829. Small cakes cooked in cups, hence the name. A gingerbread cupcake & a more modern tasting white cupcake? Let's recreate them as they were 200 years ago! Like always an image of the original recipes (or receipts as they were once called) at the end of the video.

[@EarlyAmerican]

Cakes used to be a lot more dense, mostly due to baking powder and baking soda being mid 19th century inventions. The leavening agents that existed were not as effective as what we have now. Watch us chat about these cakes on our 2nd channel 😊 : kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKObZmh3ptiob9U

[@Av-vd3wk]

When making that icing like that, what are the chances of salmonella poisoning?

[@alanholck7995]

I suspect they had really strong immune systems back then.

[@MonkeyspankO]

🤣 poor hubby, cup cake coma. I liked that, made me laugh.

[@sr2291]

@Av8 We used to eat raw egg Whites in the 1950's and never had a problem. I think that is a recent issue.

[@Taigokumaru]

What does "leavening" mean?

[@jerimoriarty2540]

Of course cupcakes were originally baked in cups! I had never considered this before, but it makes perfect sense that this is how it was done before the manufacture of specialized baking pans. Thank you for bringing history to life!

[@jessikatkins1173]

Of course! 🤦 It's amazing the simple things we don't actually know!

[@zahhyify]

Justine: pours batter into small cups Literally me: omg that’s why they’re called cupcakes 🤯

[@ahlamahlam8513]

Throne kingdom

[@Jgjules]

Hah, didn’t even make the connection in the name 😂

[@arieberry7130]

❤

[@Oturtlegirl51]

I'm always so happy when I watch your cooking videos. The color pallet inside your cabin that looks like a Dutch painting, the small sounds of you working and the fireplace....I just so love the cozy relaxation. Thank you, Justine.

[@dallisnicole7101]

The molasses, brown sugar, and your apron are making me feel SO cozy. These are definitely Christmas worthy. 😻

[@monteceitomoocher]

Anything with molasses or treacle in it has my full attention!.

[@virginiavoigt2418]

Fortunately, we still have molasses, brown sugar, and aprons to make us cozy.

[@ahlamahlam8513]

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[@dallisnicole7101]

That little skit at the end. "Once on the lips forever on the hips." 👏😆🤣 I grin so much watching y'all's skits. So much fun!

[@kellyh1316]

I so appreciate both y’all’s channels! The time, love, and interest you all have and show in these for our history makes a heart happy! Thank you all for being here! So look forward to the videos!

[@GodAboveAll777]

Such a contrast to the high intensity, anxiety filled cooking shows of today! By the time they've finished doing whatever they do I need a valium not a cupcake! Thanks for relaxing content :)

[@cay820]

People can’t pay a compliment without bashing something else anymore.

[@rebeccasnell2953]

Same. I can't stand watching the pressure challenges on Mastechef any more. I felt like I needed a valium afterwards too.

[@Heavyisthecrown]

⁠@@cay820people can’t just let others have an opinion and speak without trying to control it anymore!

[@rkoff5744]

When food had more meaning because it was hard to make and how expensive it could get. A week's worth of rations indeed. Wow. Excellent video. ✨

[@robmur1982rm]

I really take for granted on how easy and quickly it is to bake or cook something nowadays compared to back then. You are great at what you do.

[@jupitergonewild4933]

I love vintage cooking content like this it always makes me feel happy and relaxed.

[@DeanRussellHickey]

Ronnie kills me, every time.... and I really like the set of cups and the matching plate. Very nice. I can think of a dozen uses for them. Every time I start one of these videos and I'm "in" the cabin....I realize just how familiar a place it has become.

[@beckygriggs7827]

It's like a home away from home ❤❤😍😍👍👍🥰🥰

[@EddieC-uu1ns]

Marry me 😂

[@Emilie_Guillaume]

Your silent cooking videos are so relaxing to watch! I can even get my 3 year old son to watch them sometimes! 🥰

[@angies.4961]

I love when Justine takes a taste of her food! The lil smile she gives at the end is so cute!! Love ur channels! P.S. also love when Ron cooks with Justine!!

[@Meryemrechdaoui1992]

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[@ahlamahlam8513]

Love Kuwait

[@vintagegaminggirl]

I've only just discovered your channel today and I'm truly enjoying it. How very relaxing and cozy it is to see you cook recipes with historical accuracy. Thank you for your hard work and the quiet is so very peaceful. 💗

[@dreddy_g]

Hi Justine! Can you please make a playlist of just the cooking videos? I'd love to have them just play on the TV for my folks to watch during daytime. Thank you kindly!!

[@tracys169]

This is a good idea.

[@MirageEspejismo]

I second that 👍

[@Bluey306]

You can always make your own playlist?

[@Littlepea2890]

Hi there! You can make your own playlist with these videos. Let me know if you need help with this - I can walk you through it.

[@artisthusnatalal3099]

@@Bluey306 Exactly just like the way we do Music playlists

[@kimholch1006]

They look delicious. I love seeing the differences between the cupcakes of today and from the 1800's.

[@carlathemet3511]

Great video. That was pretty funny when Ron finished the Cupcakes and thought making icing was easy. Also loved "You just smear it on top".

[@ahlamahlam8513]

Perfect Allah

[@nikniknik_40]

Thank you so much for taking the time and effort to make these videos. Depression and anxiety are hitting hard right now and these kinds of videos are the only thing keeping me sane. I appreciate you so much, it’s very very soothing. 🙏🏽❤️❤️❤️

[@venessahenderson1072]

Same here her videos always make me feel happier the simplicity and the no talking the sounds of birds and roosters and her kitty the crackling fireplace that's what I like I have had anxiety and have occasional migraines these videos calm that down

[@leoniesableblanc]

Came here from the cupcakes eating episode on the sister channel just see what Ron got up to eating all the cupcakes! 😂 surprised he wasn’t sick! 😂 interesting to see how recipes changed over time. Love the historical and also human content. Now addicted to both channels.

[@jodrichy]

This reminds me of staying at my grandparents when I was younger. I am almost 40 and they didn't get power or running water until I was 15. A lot of people don't believe me when I say. I know how it was to live like that. I loved it.

[@S_M1.]

I’m going to try to make these! Soooo cool. I hate that you sometimes have negative Nancy’s in your channel because I think what your doing is awesome!!

[@ImaCorwin]

The time, love, and interest you all have and show in these for our history makes a heart happy!

[@PeaceIsYeshua]

Y’all are just SO special and precious!! God bless you both, and I wish y’all a Merry Christmas!! 🎄❤️

[@SokiYori-1810]

Merry christmas🎄

[@PeaceIsYeshua]

@@SokiYori-1810 Aww, Merry Christmas!! 🎄🌟

[@tonyadcock7347]

Love listening to the fire..quiet ...just nature..surrounding the homestead...

[@across2726]

I love watching you cook all the old receipts 😋 my mouth waters . I have tried a few of the more appealing ones and was pleasantly surprised. Thank you for all your hard work,and sharing with us ❤️🌹❤️

[@lauraMacKinnon321]

The cupcakes look good! I bet they taste great. The cottage looks so cozy. The sound of the fire always makes me so relaxed, wonderful! I have made a lot of your recipies. But i want to try-out Fire cooking some day.

[@anayelisoria37]

The husband is ADORABLE, he wanted icing, he made it himself...and then he ate all of it!! Hahahaha Lovely ❤I'm definitely making the ginger ones for next christmas.

[@rizwanakram9008]

It's amazing to see such a natural lifestyle without too many necessities,simple and pure.

[@hannahduggan3599]

I love cupcakes 🧁! I always make cupcakes 🧁 for every social event 😋! I tried making cupcakes 🧁 for my cousin Elizabeth's funeral, but my aunt told me that I didn't need to bring cupcakes. They were Elizabeth's favorite flavors, which were chocolate 🍫 and red velvet. Elizabeth died 4 years ago and would've been 40 years old already.

[@vikkibyington3066]

Ron, I love watching both shows but your table manners just make me smh😂. Love watching you , Justine. You bring so much calmness to me. Love you both! ❤️

[@gafls3151]

What a coincidence! Last week I made a mid-Victorian version of the gingerbread cupcakes, using baking powder, soda, 1 egg and mace instead of cloves. They are delicious!

[@ccs1161ify]

I love watching your videos? It’s like stepping back in time.

[@debrapate5046]

I love your cooking videos! That little smile on your face when you tasted cupcakes was priceless, so cute! I loved the skit at the end with Ron! Cant believe he ate all the cupcakes, he’s gonna be a sick boy! Love both your channels. You two are awesome!❤️🧁🧁🧁🧁

[@suzettehosein6855]

I love, love your cooking programs. I am very interested to see what it was like and how people used different techniques to create a wonderful meal or dessert. I always make time to watch and see what you are going to prepare next. Thank you very much. A very faithful follower, from the island of TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, WEST INDIES.

[@nikkimerrims7765]

This made me want a cupcake real bad. (In Jennifer Coolidge voice)

[@christywerpy437]

Oh the wonderful smells of spiced batter! I bet the baking aroma was wone er ful!

[@MarySmith-ry9cu]

Thank you! You're videos are so relaxing and reminds me of my childhood when my sister and I read the Little House books and play actress that we were Laura and Mary 😊. Only this is better.

[@sha1411]

Wow you are so hard working lady. 👌😊❤️🌹

[@mountainbound1315]

Life is short Justine, go ahead and taste the batter! 😋 Wonderful cupcakes 🧁

[@christylighthouse]

Thank you for your videos! I’m new to your channel and my kids love watching them. They are so educational but fun. We love having them on in the background when we’re homeschooling.

[@Cheeky_moon]

I’m curious how you know the temperature of the “oven” in the fireplace. Is this something you just learn with experience? As always, loved the episode! Heading over to Frontier Patriot to watch the Chew & Chat. :)

[@pkmcnett5649]

I would like to know that, too.

[@pamelawinkelmann6229]

With fireplace baking, it's most likely something you learn with experience. However, my main question is whether I should just base the baking temperature on 300-350F, as I noticed that in the original 1829 receipt, the author did not provide a temperature at all. The recipe simply said to bake. The 1828 receipt indicated a moderate oven, which would be around 300-350F.

[@hearthandheartbakehouse]

I read that different types of wood burn different temperatures and that it was knowledge passed down!

[@virginiavoigt2418]

@@pamelawinkelmann6229 Doesn't make sense to specify a temperature when a choice is not available. Today, we have the luxury of many choices. If I don't have a certain detail of a recipe (such as temperature) I consult several modern recipes and ago with the consensus.

[@leighannp7593]

Gosh, I bet it smelled amazing in there! There needs to be a candle marketed with fireplace-fresh baked cupcake scent. I’d buy it. 😅

[@jillynjackson957]

Your cooking videos are lovely … You remind me of what I wished the days were like now…

[@Crochetknittingart]

muy hermoso. Gracias por el video. Fue interesante👌💜💜💜💛💛💛💜

[@adriandelarosa6502]

in response to your community post earlier this week. I like to think of myself as a good cook. Your videos only make me grow in respect for anyone who used these methods for cooking and most especially for you. :)

[@brendamayo1704]

I completely agree. I'm in awe of the Justine's technical skill. It takes a lot of practice, trial and error to get things like the Temps of the pans and the Dutch oven. Thank you Justine and Ron for teaching, sharing, and amusing us!

[@travismaupin6617]

Love these reminds me of helping granny cook in the kitchen when I was little

[@jamesmetzler2031]

Both of those cupcakes looked delicious. I can't believe the gingerbread ones had to bake for a year though! The other ones only took 45 minutes. People must have had a lot more patience in the 1820s! 😃

[@kevanyeezdia]

Well done 🌞I love watching, I enjoy it❤️💯👍👍👍

[@godguidanceandgardens2453]

I love the very beginning where the chickens follow Justine and then scurry away when she goes inside the homestead. Plus, lusciously fine Cup Cakes.

[@mariellekoula9056]

Thank you for the calm and chill films. I love watching it.

[@tsawe6246]

Justine you're so adorable! And the interactions between you and Ron always makes me giggle. Love these videos

[@biancaredifer6570]

I chuckled at Ron. So hilarious. All your hard work in his stomach. Although he worked pretty hard for that icing. I never knew that was how icing is made. Thanks!

[@omonission]

Love the commentary! Love the receipts. I would love more conversations about day to day stuff from the time period. You both are awesome!!

[@Mystique690]

What a simple yet warm, cosy Christmassy vibe!!

[@carolynwatson4301]

Grandma called these boiled butter cakes. Love them!💕

[@carolynwatson4301]

It also reminds me of my mom's war cake. It was made during WWII. The only difference is it had added raisins. Very good either way.

[@michelejones5538]

You always make me so hungry. I watch your cooking videos and I want to sample everything you cook.

[@01Lenda]

Interesting on the call for brown sugar, after molasses.. since brown sugar, is just regular, white sugar, with added molasses.Lools might tasty! Great video, Justine! 🍁🌿💛

[@virginiavoigt2418]

I wonder if brown sugar was made differently then.

[@rhondafinnerty8651]

Oh Yes, I also wanted to mention that I absolutely love all your beautiful pottery pieces which you cook with!!

[@aimee2234]

Thank you both! That was fun and they looked really good. Not sure I love gingerbread but those look fabulous, Justine. Love you and Ron's antics! xoxo

[@gulandamfarhat5920]

Loved this. The olden times brought to life was amazing. The video really gave me a feel of the bygone days. It was beautiful.

[@charleswilliams9647]

OK, so I have watched you prepare several meals now. All of them made me hungry and wished I was there to enjoy them. But I must say your dutch oven skills are amazing. Well done.

[@shannonadams3101]

Oooohhhh....those look so delicious!

[@D3athByCake]

My grammy used to make me molasses cookies when I was a child and they were my favorite. I often make myself cupcakes now as an adult and I forgo the frosting and I will teasingly call them muffins. I think I will try this recipe next time! Thank you!

[@done611]

I happened to find your channel right before Christmas and I can't tell you how much I enjoyed it! I watched several videos while wrapping presents and creating gifts for my niece and nephew. It was such a blessing to my heart since your style is so calming. It was perfect timing right around the most stressful time of our year. I can tell that you both put careful thought and hard work into making satisfying content. So thankful to be able to share these thoughts with. God bless you!

[@WaiferThyme]

Ok im in tears laughing over here!, first the replay of the icecream making episode then Ron ate ALL the cupcakes! 🐷😂🤣🧁

[@mariloucomcom2491]

It's quite amazing when people nowadays recreate the 1828 cupcake recipe. How the years passed and changed all over the years . The world had changed when the technology came. The architecture and kitchen uses is so old. Also the clothes is so old and amazing

[@glennda1939]

I love you both & the videos make my day! I rolled with laughter when you were laying on the table trying to finish the icing! I kept laughing as you shoveled the cakes in your mouth 🤣! Thank you both! God bless! Looking forward to Frontier Patriot!

[@reneemarie618]

I love it... the hers and his cooking show.

[@nicole4eva111]

Life in 1828 looks very exhausting.

[@antonellascordo1825]

From Italy 👏👏👏👏bellissimo video , bravi vi seguo con grande piacevolezza.

[@julieornot]

I was thinking about how tasty the batter looked just as you took a taste. Great minds!

[@unicornsprinkles3103]

Not only is this incredibly relaxing but it’s really interesting to see how people lived long before the boom of technology. To us this would be foreign but this was how people lived without all the luxuries we have today

[@dipsydoodle7988]

I love these videos. They are so relaxing to watch. I may have to try the gingerbread for Christmas!

[@da_tatsu]

Living like the old days, keeps us moving and slows down the mind. Love it!

[@sevinaroseman5595]

It was hilarious watching the husband realize how much work making the icing is. 🤣

[@daly4209]

I want to thank both of you for shearing all this recipe and your time .

[@emilylong9096]

Oh my goodness the tiny cup warmer 😂😍 I thought it was for coffee 😬🤣

[@consuelorodriguez4300]

Muchas gracias por mostrar como era la vida en ese año de 1600 me gustan todos los videos que hacen y las resetas que presentan aunque no hay traducción las entiendo que sigan mostrando más videos lo simple de la vida rural siempre será mejor mli agrsdesimuentos por su esfuerzo y trasladar nos a los años antiguos saludos. desde Colombia que Dios los bendiga siempre

[@rainydayapothecary]

I recently discovered your channel and I am enjoying the heck out of it…such a lovely series of videos! ❤

[@cbdislife2514]

19th century mug cakes! Love it! Love this channel! I love cooking and it’s cool to see how stuff was done without electricity and all these gadgets we have these days! Also, in this chaotic world…. I crave the silence and the fire crackling is heaven!

[@MLD-RN]

“You’re gonna be the first fat man in the village” This was a fantastic video then Ron came in and I laughed hilariously! You are my favorite!!!

[@mymacintyre]

I love the blue and white bowl you are using. Is it available to purchase anywhere? Just love all of your videos. You make it look so easy but I know how hard and backbreaking it is from the few times I have done it at reenactments. Mr. Ron can sure pack it away!

[@courtney3437]

I love how happy Justine is with every first bite she takes of everything she makes. 🥰

[@kerridillon3120]

Just another day of being amazing Lady Justine! 🥰

[@mochiiattoo]

These are so cozy my headache disappeared... Thank you Justine! Love you and Ron a lot

[@lorischlecty5307]

Great video! I loved the part of Ron, 1 hour later making Icing hahaha I live with no electricity so I know the struggle! Keep these awesome videos coming!

[@simhaup1]

I live these videos. I can imagine what life would be like. So peaceful ❤

[@thecrafteaneighbor5177]

LOL 😂 Ron ate ALL the cupcakes! What a hoot! Justine, the gingerbread recipe called for a 1/2 cup of ginger. Would that have been grated fresh ginger? I say this because with the other spices, it specifically calls for powdered. Just a thought. Anyhow, they all looked delicious! Yum! Yum! Sue

[@virginiavoigt2418]

When I watched the video, it looked like powder form to me.

[@A-A-Ronious]

Thanks for doing this twice. The work is appreciated.

[@shaziyamirza3725]

She: despite the modern leavening the cake looks delicious. Inner me : despite modern clothing and fancy hairstyle and covered clothing she looks beautiful

[@lauriehamilton2436]

Too funny!!!! I think he was trying to make meringue by hand....oh gosh!!!! LOL Love your videos! Too cute!!!!

[@jenniferdemassimo3012]

You could of saved a whole frosted cupcake for Justine. Gosh Ron! 🤣

[@satyayuga33]

Bonjour de France Early,C'est très plaisant,apaisant et rassurant de revenir à l'authenticité des saveurs simples du temps d'avant. Vos recettes sont merveilleuses,merci pour votre passion💞et votre travail.

[@heyheytaytay]

Mind blown that's where the "cup" in cup cakes comes from. I just assumed they were always made in those metal pans XD

[@ferhiDoqo]

This little home is just beautiful, thank you for sharing with us 😍😍🥰

[@tomr3422]

Is Mr Fig on vaction, he is not over watching in his usual spot. Oh, I see him he has moved in to supervise more closely... What a professional

[@julieletford5695]

I love the black and white cards at the end. Like they used in silent films.

[@pbrn1729]

These recipes both look so good! I might have to make them both in my gas oven and a modern cupcake mold🤩🤩

[@margui6224]

Thank you, for the recipe or receipts as people used to said during that time. Ron found out why Justine doesn’t want to make icing at all. Funny scene.

[@1996pola]

Yummy cupcakes