National Cupcake Day, celebrated on December 15, is a day to enjoy and appreciate one of the most beloved small cakes – the cupcake! These individual-sized treats have been popular for centuries, with the history of cupcakes dating back to the late 18th century. The term “cupcake” first appeared in American Cookery by Amelia Simmons in 1796, marking its early beginnings in American kitchens. Cupcakes became a symbol of convenience and creativity, as they allowed bakers to experiment with individual servings instead of full-sized cakes.
National Cupcake Day is a great opportunity for bakers and dessert lovers to get creative in the kitchen. Whether you’re experimenting with new flavors or sticking to classics like vanilla and chocolate (both of which have their own national days), it’s the perfect time to bake and enjoy cupcakes. Share your sweet creations with friends and family, and celebrate these tasty treats on December 15th!
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When is National Cupcake Day Celebrated?
If you’re looking forward to treating yourself on National Cupcake Day, it’s helpful to know exactly when it’s coming up! With so many flavor options and creative decorations available today, cupcakes have truly evolved over the years. National Cupcake Day is your perfect excuse to enjoy them, whether you’re whipping up a batch at home or stopping by your favorite bakery.
To make sure you don’t miss out, here’s when National Cupcake Day will land in the coming years:
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2024 | December 15th, Sunday |
| 2025 | December 15th, Monday |
| 2026 | December 15th, Tuesday |
| 2027 | December 15th, Wednesday |
| 2028 | December 15th, Friday |
| 2029 | December 15th, Saturday |
| 2030 | December 15th, Sunday |
Fun Facts About Cupcakes
Let’s dive into some cool facts about cupcakes that show just how impressive these little treats can be. From their unique history to some surprising twists, there’s a lot more to these tasty snacks than you might think!
- The largest cupcake ever made weighed an astonishing 1,176.6 kg (2,594 lb). It was created by Georgetown Cupcake at the Georgetown Cupcake store in Sterling, Virginia, USA, on November 2, 2011. The massive creation had a diameter of over 1.25 meters.
- A team of skilled bakers set the record for frosting the most cupcakes in one hour, with a whopping 6,780 cupcakes frosted by 50 participants at Georgetown Cupcake in Los Angeles on October 23, 2016.
- On September 16, 2011, the largest display of cupcakes featured 29,240 cupcakes arranged in the shape of a mosaic at the Sydney Royal Botanic Gardens in Australia. The cupcakes created an impressive design celebrating a local festival.
Ways to Celebrate National Cupcake Day
The best way to celebrate National Cupcake Day is by baking or enjoying cupcakes! If you love baking, try your hand at creating different flavors, from classic vanilla to adventurous combinations like lavender honey or spicy cinnamon chocolate. You can also visit your favorite bakery and support small businesses by purchasing cupcakes to share with family or friends. Or maybe just watch a video about the history of American cupcakes!
Finally, another great way to celebrate is by baking cupcakes for a charitable cause, donating them to a local shelter or community event. No matter how you celebrate, cupcakes are a treat that brings joy to everyone.
Before You Go:
We have many more national days lists for you to explore.
- Food-related national days: complete list of national food days, pasta & noodles days, vegan & vegetarian days, mushroom days, ice-cream days, pizza days, coffee days, chocolate days, wine days, alcohol & drinking days.
- Non-food national days: National Days Calendar 2025 (check out the printable calendars in my Etsy shop), National Days for Teachers, and a wide array of special lists such as cat days, dog days, animal days, cleaning & organizing days, book days, music days, family & relationships days, national days for women, stationery days and even Harry Potter days.
- Country-specific national days: Australian national days, more coming soon.
