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National Strawberry Cream Pie Day 2023: Date, History, Facts, Activities

It's unclear why September 28 was chosen as National Strawberry Cream Pie Day, given that strawberries are out of season in September (but don't fear, they're available almost year-round in grocery stores and supermarkets).

The 28th of September is National Strawberry Cream Pie Day. Did you know that up to 70% of the weight of a strawberry cream pie is contributed by the strawberries themselves? Due to the fact that today is Cream Pie Day, you are permitted to break your diet and enjoy a slice or two of this delectable delicacy!

The background of National Strawberry Cream Pie Day

It’s unclear why September 28 was chosen as National Strawberry Cream Pie Day, given that strawberries are out of season in September (but don’t fear, they’re available almost year-round in grocery stores and supermarkets). This day was most likely chosen to serve as a reminder of summer as winter approaches.

In the 1750s, a cross between a Virginia strawberry (Fragaria virginiana) from North America and a coastal Chilean strawberry (Fragaria chiloensis), which Amédée-Francois Frézier brought from Chile in 1714, produced the first extensively cultivated garden strawberry in Brittany, France. Today, there are 103 species of strawberries, and there are many garden strawberries cultivated in all U.S. states and many countries around the world. Strawberries are also adored for their natural fragrance, gorgeous color, lusciousness, and juicy texture. Strawberries are used in a variety of foods and desserts, including fruit juice, jam, milkshakes, ice cream, and tarts!

Strawberry Cream Pie Day commemorates the creation of one of the world’s tastiest desserts. This delectable delicacy harmoniously marries the rich flavors of sweetened cream with the tart flavors of ripe strawberries. There are a multitude of strawberry cream pie recipes available today, and you can indulge in whichever one you prefer. Some recipes call for whipped cream or cream cheese as a base, while others opt for pudding or custard, with strawberries either incorporated in or placed on top. The best sort of cream for making a strawberry cream pie is sweet cream, which is cream separated directly from milk. Its lily-white color and velvety flavor complement the vibrant red color of the strawberries and make the strawberry cream pie a delectable treat.

Activities on National Strawberry Cream Pie Day

Make your own pie.

There are numerous strawberry pie recipes available online. You can bake your favored recipe at home, or you can try a new one for a change. Don’t feel bad about eating it all by yourself — we won’t condemn you!

Invite family and acquaintances

There is no better way to enjoy your delectable strawberry cream pie than by inviting family and friends over for an unforgettable treat. Sharing this delectable dessert is arguably the best way to appreciate its flavor.

Order a cake.

Can’t find the time to bake your own strawberry pie? That’s acceptable. Don’t neglect to give them a shout-out when you purchase a strawberry cream pie from your favorite bakery. That’s a fantastic method to include them in the festivities!