National Apple Pie Day

Bake up a slice of Americana on National Apple Pie Day! Apple pie is more than just a dessert - it's a symbol of American tradition, home, and comfort. From classic double-crust to Dutch apple pie, celebrate this quintessential American treat that has been warming hearts and homes for generations.

History & Origins

Food-related celebrations often emerge from cultural traditions, marketing campaigns by food industries, or grassroots movements by food enthusiasts.

Why It Matters

Food celebrations promote culinary diversity, support local agriculture, and bring people together through shared dining experiences.

How to Celebrate

Bake a homemade apple pie using your favorite recipe or family tradition. Visit a local bakery to try their apple pie varieties. Host an apple pie baking contest with friends and family. Learn about the history of apple pie in America. Share your apple pie recipes and photos on social media.

Fun Facts

• The phrase 'as American as apple pie' became popular during World War II
• Apple pie was actually brought to America by English settlers
• The first apple pie recipe in America was published in 1796
• Americans eat about 186 million apple pies each year
• Apple pie is the most popular pie flavor in the United States