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National Boston Cream Pie Day

Celebrate National Boston Cream Pie Day with a classic slice of deliciousness - creamy custard, fluffy sponge cake, and chocolate glaze make for the perfect treat!

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YEARLY DATEOctober 23

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYDesserts

INTRO

Introduction

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Celebrate National Boston Cream Pie Day on October 23 with a delicious slice of this classic cake! This day is all about celebrating the history and sweet taste of this iconic dessert. The first known recipe for Boston cream pie was published in an 1856 cookbook, but it wasn't until 1953 that the dish was declared Massachusetts' official state dessert. So gather your friends and family and enjoy some Boston cream pie to commemorate this special day!

TIMELINE

National Boston Cream Pie Day Timeline

Boston Cream Pie Debut

The first known recipe for Boston cream pie is published in "The New Cook Book" by Miss Eliza Leslie. This early version consists of two layers of sponge cake with a custard filling, topped with icing or a sprinkling of powdered sugar.

Parker House Popularization

The Parker House Hotel in Boston starts serving its own version of the Boston cream pie, popularizing the dessert and associating it strongly with the city in the public's mind.

Boxed Cake Mix Arrival

Betty Crocker releases its boxed cake mix, allowing for an easier creation of the sponge cake layer for homemade Boston cream pies.

Official State Dessert

National Boston Cream Pie Day

First celebration of National Boston Cream Pie Day, a day dedicated to appreciating this classic dessert.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Boston Cream Pie Day

Bake your own Boston Cream Pie

Get creative with your baking skills and whip up a tasty Boston Cream Pie. Don't forget the creamy filling and chocolate topping that make this classic dessert so delicious.

TRY

Try out a new recipe

There are dozens of recipes for Boston Cream Pie out there, so why not try something creative like a Boston Cream Pie Milkshake or an ice cream sundae topped with a slice of pie?

MAKE

Make it mini

For a bite size version of this treat, bake up some miniature Boston Cream Pies in cupcake liners. They'll make the perfect party favor or addition to any celebration.

THROW

Throw a Boston Cream Pie Party

Invite your friends over for an afternoon of baking and tasting. Have everyone bring their favorite recipes, ingredients, and toppings to create the ultimate Boston Cream Pie experience.

VISIT

Visit a local bakery

For those of us who don't have the time or patience to bake our own pies, why not head to your local bakery for the freshest selection around? You can even ask for custom decorations for that extra special touch.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Boston Cream Pie Day

It makes a great gift

On National Boston Cream Pie Day, why not share some of this sweet treat with family and friends? It's sure to put a smile on their faces - plus it's perfect for any special occasion or holiday celebration!

It's delicious

Boston Cream Pie is a classic dessert that combines the fluffy softness of golden yellow cake with rich pastry cream and a decadent chocolate ganache topping. It is impossible to resist its creamy, indulgent sweetness!

It's easy to make

This dessert can easily be put together with basic ingredients like butter, sugar, eggs, flour, milk and heavy cream. With a few simple steps you can have your own homemade Boston Cream Pie in no time.