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National Homemade Bread Day

Celebrate National Homemade Bread Day with the tastiest and freshest loaves - make them with love and enjoy the delicious aroma that fills your home!

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November 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATENovember 17

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYBaking

INTRO

Introduction

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It's time to celebrate National Homemade Bread Day on November 17! This day has been celebrated for centuries, with people around the world baking fresh bread in their homes. Making your own bread is a great way to connect with loved ones and share something delicious. Plus, there's nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked bread wafting through your home!

TIMELINE

National Homemade Bread Day Timeline

Earliest Bread Records

Archaeologists believe that humans started baking bread around 5000 years ago in ancient Egypt.

Industrialization of Bread

The Industrial Revolution introduced factory-made bread, drastically changing how people sourced their bread.

Invention of Sliced Bread

The Chillicothe Baking Company sells the first sliced bread, leading to the popular phrase "the best thing since sliced bread".

First Bread Maker

Panasonic introduces the first automatic bread maker which simplifies the process of making homemade bread.

Artisan Bread Revival

The publication of "Artisan Baking Across America" by Maggie Glezer contributes to a renewed appreciation for traditional bread making techniques.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate National Homemade Bread Day

Bake a loaf

Gather your favorite ingredients, knead the dough and bake your own delicious bread. There are endless recipes to choose from, so you can get creative and make something unique.

TRY

Try a new recipe

Do some research online and find a new type of bread to try. You could bake everything from classic French baguettes to sourdough to braided challah.

Share with friends

Share the love by giving freshly baked loaves of bread as gifts. Your friends will appreciate the gesture and enjoy the flavor.

EXPERIMENT

Experiment with flavors

Mix up the ingredients and create your own flavored breads. Try adding herbs, spices, nuts, dried fruit or cheese for an extra special treat.

VISIT

Visit a bakery

Stop in at your local bakery and pick up some freshly baked goods. From ciabatta to focaccia, there is sure to be something that will tantalize your taste buds.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love National Homemade Bread Day

Homemade bread is cheaper than store bought

Making homemade bread often requires fewer ingredients compared to store bought—think flour, yeast, oil, milk or water—and typically costs much less per loaf than pre-baked loaves. This makes it perfect for when you're looking to save money without sacrificing quality or taste!

Homemade bread is delicious

There's nothing quite like the smell of a freshly baked loaf of bread. Homemade bread not only tastes amazing but it can also be made with healthier and nutrient-packed ingredients that store-bought loaves often lack. Plus, it's incredibly satisfying to watch your hard work come to fruition!

Baking bread can be therapeutic

The process of mixing, kneading, and kneading some more can be very meditative and calming. You get to decide how you want your dough to look and feel and watching as it slowly transforms in the oven is really quite delightful!

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