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National Blueberry Cheesecake Day - May 26
Sun, May 26, 2024

National Blueberry Cheesecake Day

National Blueberry Cheesecake Day is dedicated to one of the most delicious and mouth-watering desserts. On May 26, bake a cheesecake cake using your favorite recipe, decorate it with fresh berries and serve it at a festive table as an ideal end to dinner.

The History

Dessert dates back to the times of Ancient Greece. Athletes who took part in the Olympic Games were treated to this hearty dish. In European countries, cottage cheese or whey cheese based on albumin is used, but in the USA, they prefer cream cheese. William Lawrence, who worked as a milkman in New York, made the first American cream cheese. One day, he wanted to make French cheese, but the result was an original product with an outstanding taste.

Interesting Facts

New York is considered the capital of cheesecakes made the classic way.

  1. May 26 marks the day of the classic incarnation of cheesecake with blueberries. Housewives who are fond of baking and professional restaurant chefs create culinary masterpieces with various ingredients, but on this holiday they make it according to the traditional recipe.
  2. Cheesecake is made with cream, pastry crust and soft cheese. A variety of fruits and berries are also added.
  3. Blueberry cheesecake is made two ways: baked or made without using heat.
  4. Postage stamps with blueberry cheesecake flavor were issued in the USA.

On this holiday, please try this exquisite treat. Worry about the extra calories later!

When is National Blueberry Cheesecake Day celebrated in 2024?

National Blueberry Cheesecake Day is observed on May 26 each year.

Observations

Weekday Month Day Year
Sunday May 26 2024
Monday May 26 2025