National Pastry Day

National Pastry Day is on December 9th each year—a perfect day to indulge in delicious treats. People around the world celebrate by enjoying a wide variety of pastries and desserts. Set aside your diet and join the sweet indulgence!

History

Pastries date back to ancient times, with evidence of berry and fruit pies in Ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt. Around 2500 BC, people baked bread shaped like animals for sacrificial offerings. By the 18th century, flour had become the primary pastry ingredient, and when sugar grew more affordable in the 19th century, it ushered in a new era of culinary experimentation.

Interesting Facts

• Croissants, the iconic French pastry, actually originated in Austria.
• Early meat pies were closed dough cases filled exclusively with meat.
• During Augustus’s reign, Rome had over 300 bakeries.
• The first pastries were eaten by discarding the base and savoring only the filling.
• Bread itself was discovered around 5500 BC when Egyptians left a water-and-flour mixture overnight and found it had fermented into dough.

How to Take Part

Celebrate National Pastry Day by picking up your favorite pastry from a bakery or baking one at home. Watch baking shows, try new recipes, and host a pastry tasting with family and friends to share and enjoy your creations!

When is National Pastry Day in 2025?

National Pastry Day is observed on December 9 each year.

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