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Peanut Butter and Chocolate Day

Indulge in the perfect pairing this Peanut Butter and Chocolate Day - satisfy your sweet tooth with delicious treats!

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July 2026

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

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YEARLY DATEJuly 23

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYFood

SUBCATEGORYCandy

INTRO

Introduction

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Celebrate Peanut Butter and Chocolate Day on July 23 with a delicious treat! This special day was created to honor the sweet combination of peanut butter and chocolate, which has been around since the early 1900s. Whether you like your peanut butter smooth or crunchy, and your chocolate dark, milk or white, this is the perfect opportunity to indulge in one of life's greatest combinations. It's time to get creative and make some of your favorite recipes - from cakes to cookies, brownies to milkshakes - there are endless possibilities for how you can celebrate this yummy holiday. So come on everyone, let's get baking!

TIMELINE

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Day Timeline

Invention of Peanut Butter

Dr. John Harvey Kellogg, a health-food pioneer, patented a process for creating peanut butter from boiled peanuts.

Milk Chocolate Invention

Daniel Peter invented milk chocolate by mixing a powdered milk developed by Henri Nestlé with the liquor.

First Peanut Butter and Chocolate Candy

The Goo Goo Cluster, the first candy to combine milk chocolate and peanuts, was invented in Nashville, Tennessee.

Creation of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups

Harry Burnett Reese, a former dairy farmer and shipping foreman for Milton S. Hershey, created the popular peanut butter and chocolate candy.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Desserts Take Off

The combination of peanut butter and chocolate became hugely popular in numerous desserts, from cakes and pies to ice cream and cheesecakes.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate Peanut Butter and Chocolate Day

Bake peanut butter cookies

Mix together your favorite peanut butter cookie recipe and add some extra chocolate chips. The result will be mouthwateringly delicious.

MAKE

Make a peanut butter and chocolate cake

Combine chocolate and peanut butter in a single cake. This is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

ENJOY

Enjoy a peanut butter and chocolate shake

Blend together milk, ice cream, chocolate syrup, and peanut butter for a sweet chocolatey treat.

CREATE

Create a peanut butter and chocolate fondue

Heat up some peanut butter and add some melted chocolate chips to create a delicious dip for fruit and other goodies.

MAKE

Make some homemade chocolates

Mix together melted chocolate and peanut butter to form delicious homemade chocolates.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why We Love Peanut Butter and Chocolate Day

It's easily customizable

Want to get creative with your peanut butter and chocolate treats? You can add ingredients like chopped nuts or coconut flakes for added crunch, layer it up with some vanilla ice cream for a frosty deliight, or even mix in some crushed Oreos for a delicious cookie crumble!

It's a classic flavor combo

Peanut butter and chocolate have been a beloved combination for centuries. Whether it's in an indulgent brownie, decadent truffle, or simply on a spoonful of creamy peanut butter dunked into melted chocolate chips - this is one delectable duo you can't resist!

It's the perfect treat for any occasion

Looking for something to make your next birthday or holiday extra special? Nothing beats peanut butter and chocolate! From pies to milkshakes to elaborate ice cream sundaes, this classic combination is sure to satisfy everyone's sweet tooth at the party!