National Peanut Butter Cookie Day
June 12, Thursday
History
The origins of National Peanut Butter Cookie Day are not well-documented, but peanut butter cookies themselves have a rich history. The first known peanut butter cookie recipes appeared in the early 1900s, shortly after peanut butter became a popular food product in the U.S. In 1932, the iconic crisscross fork marks were introduced by a recipe published in a Pillsbury cookbook, and they have since become a signature feature of peanut butter cookies.
How It's Celebrated
People across the country celebrate National Peanut Butter Cookie Day in various ways, including:
- Baking homemade peanut butter cookies using traditional or creative recipes
- Sharing cookies with friends, family, or coworkers
- Hosting cookie swaps or baking contests
- Supporting local bakeries by purchasing peanut butter cookies
- Posting photos and recipes on social media using hashtags like #PeanutButterCookieDay
Fun Facts
- Peanut butter cookies are often made with just three ingredients: peanut butter, sugar, and eggs.
- The crisscross pattern on top of the cookies helps them bake evenly.
- Peanut butter cookies are a popular choice for people following gluten-free diets, as many recipes do not require flour.
- George Washington Carver, known for promoting peanuts as a crop, published peanut-based recipes in the early 1900s, which helped popularize peanut butter in cooking.