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National Cheese Doodle Day

A food observance on March 5 celebrating cheese doodles, the cheesy puffed corn snacks that come in puffs, curls, and balls.

Friday
5
March 2027
Last updated February 26, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team
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YEARLY DATEMarch 5
OBSERVED INUnited States
CATEGORYFood
SUBCATEGORYSnacks
ORIGIN

Community Origin

FOUNDING ENTITY
Not documented
FIRST OBSERVED
Not documented
HOW THE HOLIDAY CAME TO BE

The earliest reference was found in 2014; it appears to be an informal food-themed observance popularized in the early 2010s.

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INTRO

Introduction

Get ready to celebrate National Cheese Doodle Day on March 5! This special day is a celebration of the cheesy goodness that comes in snack form. Cheese doodles have been around since the 1940s and have become a beloved snack enjoyed by people all over the world. The combination of cheese, crunchy texture, and portability make them perfect for snacking on-the-go or just lounging at home with your favorite TV show.

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TIMELINE

National Cheese Doodle Day Timeline

Invention of Cheese Doodles

The creation of cheese doodles is attributed to an extruder machine, initially designed to make animal feed, in the 1930s.

Commercialization of Cheese Doodles

Cheese doodles began to be commercially manufactured and sold under the brand Wise Foods in the 1940s.

Popularity Boom

The popularity of cheese doodles skyrocketed due to their unique texture and flavor.

Foreign Markets Entry

Cheese doodles began to enter foreign markets like Scandinavia, where they still remain a popular snack.

National Cheese Doodle Day

The inception of National Cheese Doodle Day to commemorate and celebrate this favorite snack around the world.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Cheese Doodle Day

EDITOR'S PICK

Host a cheese doodle tasting party

Invite your friends over and host a cheese doodle tasting party. Get creative and make different types of cheese doodles, like mac & cheese, spicy cheddar, and garlic parmesan. Have your guests taste each flavor and vote for their favorite.

GO

Go on a cheese doodle hunt

Grab some friends and go on an adventure. Find different stores that sell cheese doodles and buy bags of each flavor to take home. Don’t forget to take pictures along the way!

MAKE

Make a cheese doodle sculpture

Gather up some cheese doodles and create your own masterpiece. You can use toothpicks to hold the pieces together or use melted cheese as glue. Once you’re done, snap a picture to remember your work of art.

BAKE

Bake cheesy treats

Make brownies, cookies, muffins, or cupcakes with cheese doodles! Be sure to add some extra cheese on top for added flavor. If you’re feeling adventurous, try making savory dishes like quiche or pizza with your favorite cheese doodles.

CREATE

Create art with cheese doodles

Take a few bags of cheese doodles and get creative! Make a mosaic on canvas or paper with the different colors of the cheesy snacks. You can also make frames out of them or even jewelry pieces.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Cheese Doodle Day

They are easy to prepare

One of the best things about cheese doodles is how quick and easy they are to make. They only take a few minutes in the microwave or oven and within no time at all you have a tasty and satisfying snack that everyone can enjoy!

Cheese doodles are delicious

The amazing combination of crunchy cheese curls and a delicious cheesy flavor make cheese doodles one of the all-time favorite snack foods. They're perfect for snacking solo, having a movie night with friends or just enjoying as an afternoon treat!

There are many varieties to try

Not sure what kind of cheese doodles you'd like? No problem - there's plenty of different varieties to choose from. From classic cheddar to flavored parmesan, jalapeno and garlic, there's sure to be something here that will tantalize your taste buds!

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