The history of strawberry shortcake is not well documented; however, the first known mention of the delicacy was in 1588, when a recipe for it appeared in an English cookbook.
National Strawberry Shortcake Day is observed annually on June 14, the height of strawberry season. Currently, strawberries are available year-round, but this was not always the case. Historically, it was only harvested during the summer. Even now, the summer-grown strawberries are juicier and more flavorful. During this season, strawberries are consumed in a variety of ways, including slicing, dicing, mixing, and cutting them, and sometimes using them to create strawberry shortcake. In addition to National Strawberry Shortcake Day, this delectable dessert is widely consumed on July 4 — Independence Day.
The history of strawberry shortcake is not well documented; however, the first known mention of the delicacy was in 1588, when a recipe for it appeared in an English cookbook.
Strawberry shortcake was served in various locations during the mid-19th century, but in a biscuit or fruit confection style. On many occasions, it was served with sweetened cream or butter to enhance the flavour. At the height of the strawberry summer season, individuals in the United States began hosting strawberry shortcake parties for friends and family.
People soon began requesting a particular summertime date for the celebration of this confection. Finally, June 14 was designated as National Strawberry Shortcake Day in honour of this dessert.
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This is an obvious choice. Why not create your own strawberry shortcake on National Strawberry Shortcake Day?
If you bake a strawberry trifle, it would be improper to consume it all by yourself. It is always preferable to invite family and friends to brunch and spend quality time savouring this dessert with them.
On National Strawberry Shortcake Day, visit a local bakery and either volunteer your time or purchase some of their delicious baked products to support them!
In the traditional American sense, a shortcake is essentially a sweetened pastry that is crumbly and crisp due to the use of baking soda or powder.
Shortcakes are typically made with flour, butter, eggs, baking powder or baking soda, a lot of sugar, a sprinkle of salt, milk, or cream.
The strawberry is likely the only fruit with seeds on the exterior rather than the interior.
Each year, Americans consume nearly 1.8 pounds of frozen strawberries.
In 2012, the Pasadena Strawberry Festival presented the world’s largest strawberry shortcake, which was prepared with 280 pounds of whipped cream frosting and 3,200 pounds of strawberries.
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | June 14 | Wednesday |
| 2024 | June 14 | Friday |
| 2025 | June 14 | Saturday |
| 2026 | June 14 | Sunday |
| 2027 | June 14 | Monday |
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