National Strawberry Ice Cream Day
January 15, Wednesday
History of the Holiday
Strawberry Ice Cream Day was created to honor one of the most popular ice cream flavors in the United States.
Strawberry ice cream has a long history and became one of the standard flavors as ice cream became widely available in the country.
Many sources claim that strawberry ice cream was one of the first flavors introduced to the mass market and remains a favorite among Americans.
How the Holiday is Celebrated
On this day, many ice cream shops and restaurants offer discounts or special promotions on strawberry ice cream.
Families and friends gather to enjoy this dessert and share homemade ice cream recipes.
Competitions are held to choose the best strawberry ice cream, where participants can test their skills in preparing this dessert.
Classic Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe
1. Fresh strawberry puree.
2. Sugar.
3. Milk and cream.
4. Vanilla extract.
5. Lemon juice for added freshness.
All the ingredients are mixed, and the mixture is frozen in an ice cream maker or manually, stirring occasionally.
Interesting Facts
Strawberry ice cream became popular in the 19th century when fresh strawberries were used to prepare it.
According to statistics, strawberry ice cream is often among the top 5 most popular ice cream flavors in the United States.
Today, there are many variations of strawberry ice cream, including vegan and dairy-free recipes.
National Strawberry Ice Cream Day in other years
- 2021 January 15, Friday
- 2022 January 15, Saturday
- 2023 January 15, Sunday
- 2024 January 15, Monday
- 2026 January 15, Thursday