National Fluffernutter Day
October 8, Wednesday
History and origin
The Fluffernutter Day appeared in the USA in the early 20th century. It was popularized by the Durkee-Mower company, which began producing Fluff spread in 1917. The combination of salty peanut butter and sweet fluffy spread became a favorite treat for many American children and adults.
How it is celebrated
* People make various versions of the peanut butter and marshmallow sandwich, adding chocolate, fruits, or honey.
* Schools and summer camps organize tastings and workshops on making the sandwiches.
* Social media users post photos and videos of their culinary experiments with this sandwich.
Features of the holiday
* This day is not an official holiday, but many use it as an occasion for a fun snack or family tea time.
* The peanut butter and marshmallow sandwich symbolizes the American love for sweet treats and creative flavor combinations.