National Cheese Doodle Day
March 5, Wednesday
History of Cheese Doodles
Cheese doodles are believed to have originated in the mid-20th century. One of the earliest versions was created by Morrie Yohai, who developed the product while working at a snack food company. Over time, cheese-flavored puffed snacks became widely popular in the United States and beyond.
How to Celebrate
There are many ways to celebrate National Cheese Doodle Day, including:
- Trying different flavors and brands of cheese doodles
- Cooking creative recipes that include cheese doodles as an ingredient
- Hosting a cheese doodle tasting party with friends and family
- Sharing your favorite cheese doodle snacks on social media using the hashtag #NationalCheeseDoodleDay
Fun Facts About Cheese Doodles
- Cheese-flavored puffed snacks were originally created as a byproduct of livestock feed production.
- The texture of cheese doodles is achieved through extrusion cooking, a process that allows the snack to puff up.
- Popular brands include Cheetos, Wise Cheese Doodles, and Utz Cheese Balls.
- Some cheese doodles have spicy variations, such as Flamin’ Hot Cheetos.
Whether you’re enjoying classic cheese doodles or experimenting with new flavors, National Cheese Doodle Day is the perfect time to indulge in this crunchy snack!