Oreo and milk go together, pairing as one of the most popular dessert options in the world. Naturally, there must be a day to celebrate milk’s favorite cookie. Thus, National Oreo Day was born.
Whether you’re a passionate Oreo dunker or someone who appreciates the treat from afar, National Oreo Day is an excellent time to celebrate the ideal combination of cookie and cream. Read on to learn more about the commemorative day, including activities for your family to enjoy appreciating the Oreo.
When is National Oreo Day?
National Oreo Day is on March 6th. This special occasion has been around for many years, offering a time for Oreo aficionados everywhere to pay their dues to the cookies and cream icon.
The History of National Oreo Day
National Oreo Day has had a long path to existence, beginning with the original creation of the Oreo back in 1912 in New York City. There, in a factory in Chelsea, the Oreo first came to life and was sold in clear-topped cans for a mere 25 cents a pound.
The Oreo Sandwich eventually became the Oreo Creme Sandwich in 1948, shortly followed by the development of the modern logo in 1952. Since then, the Oreo has continued its growth in popularity, with many more options than the traditional Oreo flavor profile. Thus, National Oreo Day came to be to commemorate its success.
What Are Some Things to Do on National Oreo Day?
National Oreo Cookie Day is filled with excitement all by itself. However, if you care about the Oreo, it’s critical to celebrate in your favorite way. We have some ideas for activities to do on National Oreo Day, whether you’re someone who enjoys casually snacking on the cookies or makes them part of your personality.
1. Host an Oreo Tasting Party
One of the most exciting ways to get everyone in on the fun is to host an Oreo-tasting party. Gather your friends and family, ample packages of Oreos, and snack to your heart’s content. You can work together to determine which Oreo types and flavors are your favorite.
Some unique Oreo flavors you can try include the following:
- S’mores Oreos: A chocolate and marshmallow flavored creme with a graham cracker swirl in the exterior cookie.
- Strawberry Creme Oreos: Sweet strawberry interior with a chocolate exterior.
- Lemon Oreos: Vanilla wafer cookies with a sweet, vibrant lemon in the center.
- Cinnamon Bun Oreos: Cinnamon bun creme filling with cinnamon wagers on the outside.
- Peeps Oreos: Golden vanilla wafers with a marshmallow-flavored filling dyed to match various Peep selections.
Flavor selections are abundant with the modern Oreo.
So far, Oreo has released more than 85 flavors. There will be no lack of options for your Oreo-tasting party.
2. Have an Oreo Dessert Potluck
If you don’t want to have only Oreos, consider bringing over friends and family to have an Oreo dessert potluck. Assign everyone a dessert or dish to make out of Oreos and bring them all together for the ultimate afternoon with your loved ones.
Popular Oreo dessert selections include the following:
- Oreo Ice Cream: Ample brands make Oreo ice cream, but if you have the time, create your own by making a vanilla ice cream and mixing Oreos inside.
- Oreo Pie: A cookie crumb crust and creamy filling with cookies takes the classic Oreo to the next level.
- Chocolate Trifle: Chocolate Trifle is an exorbitant dessert made with layers of Oreos, chocolate pudding, whipped cream, and crumbled brownies.
There are ample ways to create delicious treats with Oreos.
You can assign someone a treat or have everyone pick something they want to create and bring it as a surprise. March should be just warm enough to celebrate the cookie outdoors.
3. Surprise Loved Ones with Cookies
An Oreo will always bring a smile to someone’s face. They are vegan, gluten-free, and bite-size, so it’s tricky to disappoint anyone with a surprise Oreo. In honor of National Oreo Day, consider bringing Oreos to friends, family, and coworkers to spread the word about the holiday.
If you want to get creative, consider investing in personalized Oreo flavors based on preferences. Mom might prefer Red Velvet Oreos, while Grandma loves the Cinnamon Bun iteration!
4. Make Your Own Oreos
Those feeling adventurous might want to try making their Oreos at home. While they won’t have the same crispiness as the store-bought selections, you’ll know everything put inside and will have the satisfaction of knowing you created your iteration.
Most Oreos are made with simple ingredients like flour, sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, baking powder, baking sugar, and salt. You can then use a basic buttercream for the filling and add various flavors to create your homemade Oreo masterpiece.
5. Indulge in Oreo Trivia
Have a fun night with friends, family, and kiddos by testing Oreo knowledge. There’s no better way to celebrate National Oreo Day than to learn more about the history and status of the cookie.
Consider asking history questions, fun facts, and anything else that comes to mind. You can tailor the experience to the age range playing. Consider having a Jeopardy night to ramp up the stakes! Oreos should be the grand prize, of course.
What Are Some National Oreo Day Bargains?
Everyone loves to save some money. Although Oreos aren’t that expensive, there are often restaurants and subscription services that provide bargains on National Oreo Day.
If you want a good deal, here are some bargains on National Oreo Day:
- Goldbelly: In past years, Goldbelly has offered $20 off their first purchase of $100, which means you can get ample Oreo-themed treats.
- Chocolate.com: Chocolate.com offers 15% off all products, which includes signature chocolate-covered Oreos.
- Popinsanity: In the past, Popinsanity has offered 20% off all purchases around National Oreo Day.
Keep checking the websites as you get closer to the day.
Also, consider local restaurants, coffee shops, and bakeries. They will typically make Oreo-themed items to celebrate the day.