When is National Apple Dumpling Day?

It is observed on September 17 each year.

How do people celebrate National Apple Dumpling Day?

Plan a 10-minute activity that fits the food / dessert vibe and make it a mini tradition.

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Overview

National Apple Dumpling Day, celebrated annually on September 17th, honors a beloved dessert featuring a cored apple (or apple slices) wrapped in pastry dough, baked until golden, and often served with a sweet syrup or sauce. This comforting dish is a quintessential fall treat, especially popular in American cuisine, and the day encourages enjoying this warm, spiced pastry, often accompanied by ice cream or whipped cream.

Observed each year on September 17, National Apple Dumpling Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.

Origin and story

Apple dumplings are believed to have originated in England, evolving from similar fruit-and-pastry preparations.

Early American recipes for apple dumplings often utilized cider, molasses, or brown sugar-based sauces.

Quick facts

DateSeptember 17
TypeFood / Dessert
Great forFoodies, Chocolate lovers, Home bakers

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Ways to celebrate

Plan a 10-minute activity that fits the food / dessert vibe and make it a mini tradition.
Share a recipe photo, tag friends, and swap your favorite topping ideas.
Bring National Apple Dumpling Day to work or school with a short shout-out in a meeting or group chat.
National Apple Dumpling Day lands on September 17 — host a quick nod with Foodies, Chocolate lovers and snap a photo.
Post a story with #national-apple-dumpling-day and invite others to try a tiny activity.

Fun facts

Apple dumplings are believed to have originated in England, evolving from similar fruit-and-pastry preparations.
Early American recipes for apple dumplings often utilized cider, molasses, or brown sugar-based sauces.
A popular tradition, particularly in parts of the Midwestern U.S., involves serving apple dumplings with a slice or even a piece of cheddar cheese baked into the pastry.

Sources and attribution

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FAQ

When is National Apple Dumpling Day?: It is observed on September 17 each year.
What is National Apple Dumpling Day?: National Apple Dumpling Day, celebrated annually on September 17th, honors a beloved dessert featuring a cored apple (or apple slices) wrapped in pastry dough, baked until golden, and often served with a sweet syrup or sauce. This comforting dish is a quintessential fall treat, especially popular in American cuisine, and the day encourages enjoying this warm, spiced pastry, often accompanied by ice cream or whipped cream.
How do people celebrate National Apple Dumpling Day?: Plan a 10-minute activity that fits the food / dessert vibe and make it a mini tradition.

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