National Pumpkin Pie Day
December 25, Thursday
What this holiday is about
This is an unofficial food holiday created to celebrate a traditional dessert associated with coziness, family gatherings, and winter festivities. Pumpkin pie has long become a symbol of home warmth and the festive table.
Why pumpkin pie
Pumpkins have been grown in North America since ancient times, and recipes for pumpkin-filled pies appeared back in colonial days. Over time, the dessert became a classic, especially popular on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Reasons for its popularity:
* availability of pumpkins in the fall and winter season
* delicate texture and spicy flavor
* ease of preparation
* connection with traditional US cuisine
When it is celebrated
Holiday date:
* December 25 — every year
On this day, many families already serve pumpkin pie as part of Christmas dinner or as a dessert for the festive table.
How it is celebrated
There are no official ceremonies, but the traditions are simple and pleasant:
* baking homemade pumpkin pie
* treating family and friends
* trying new recipes and spices
* sharing photos of baked goods on social media
Interesting facts
Some curious facts about pumpkin pie:
* the classic filling includes pumpkin purée, eggs, cream or condensed milk, and spices
* most often cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves are used
* in the USA, millions of ready-made pies are sold annually for the winter holidays
* there are crustless versions, cheesecake-style versions, or ones with a nut crust
Meaning of the holiday
National Pumpkin Pie Day is a reason to:
* preserve culinary traditions
* spend time with family
* add coziness to winter holidays
* simply enjoy a favorite dessert
National Pumpkin Pie Day in other years
- 2021 December 25, Saturday
- 2022 December 25, Sunday
- 2023 December 25, Monday
- 2024 December 25, Wednesday
- 2026 December 25, Friday