5 Black-Owned Bakeries in Seattle

Visiting Black-owned bakeries in Seattle will provide you with more than a delectable treat but will offer a unique opportunity to explore the diverse offerings in the city. The following are a handful of some of the best Black-owned bakeries to indulge in and support. 

Black Magic Sweets

Black Magic Sweets is owned and operated by Aliyah Davis, who founded the bakery after years of whipping up goodies in Grandpa Ben’s Pennsylvania. The Black-owned bakery in Seattle creates its sweet treats by utilizing those secret family recipes. Though the sweets shop boasts a variety of options (like cake jars, cream puffs and brownies), Black Magic Sweets is most notable for its array of eccentric French macaron flavors like raspberry ricotta, honey ginger and crimson tea. Black Magic Sweets is an online shop, with orders placed available for pick up or delivery; deliveries take place Wednesdays and Fridays within Seattle. For more information, visit blackmagicsweets.com. 

KJ’s Cakery Bakery Sweet Shop

To replicate the cozy feeling of being at her grandmother’s house, Kathy Jo Miller created KJ’s Cakery Bakery Sweet Shop. The local spot sells various goods, including gourmet popcorn, cotton candy, hot cocoa bombs, Cookie Sammies and more. The baked lineup is both vegan-friendly and gluten-free. KJ’s also provides a variety of classes and tastings so you can make and sample some of your favorite bites at home. For more information, visit kjscakerybakery.com. 

Pinckney Cookie Cafe

With a curated lineup of artisanal all-natural cookies, Pinckney Cookie Cafe (pictured at top of page) is a local staple in East Seattle, founded by Michael Pinckney. The cookies are as mouthwateringly tasty as they look and come in various gourmet flavors, including the Miracle cookie line, an assortment of vegan and gluten-free cookies. (The Miracle cookies include flavors like apple pie, chocolate espresso, dark chocolate oatmeal and more.) Pinckney Cookie Cafe can be found at a variety of farmer’s markets, including the West Seattle Farmer’s Market, on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., year-round. For more information, visit lovethesecookies.com. 

Zuri’s Gourmet Donutz

Baking up some dezzerts, savory bites and over-the-top sips, Zuri’s Gourmet Donutz is one of the best Black-owned bakeries in Seattle. The doughnut spot is owned and operated by Davis Vincent, who curated the menu for Zuri’s Gourmet Donuts to be a creative lineup that you won’t be able to find at any other shop in town. Some not-so-traditional flavors include rosé, lavender, picante and ube. Most of Zuri’s doughnuts can be made gluten-free or vegan for those with dietary constrictions. Zuri’s Gourmet Donutz is open Friday, 6 a.m. to noon, and Saturday and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, visit zurisgourmetdonutz.com.