National Oreo Day
National Oreo Day celebrates America’s beloved sandwich cookie that has captured hearts worldwide with its iconic chocolate wafers and creamy filling.
Quick Facts
- When is it: March 6th annually
- Tagged as: Food Holiday, Cookie Day
- What’s the hashtag: #NationalOreoCookieDay
- When was it founded: March 6, 1912
- Who founded it: Nabisco (National Biscuit Company)
History
The Oreo cookie made its debut in 1912 at Nabisco’s factory in Chelsea, New York City. Originally called the Oreo Biscuit, it started with two flavors – the classic chocolate and lemon meringue. While the lemon version was discontinued, the chocolate variety became America’s best-selling cookie.
Timeline
- 1898: Nabisco company forms in New Jersey
- 1912: First Oreo cookie introduced
- 1974: Name officially changes to “Oreo Chocolate Sandwich Cookie”
- 1975: Double Stuf Oreos debut
- 2004: “Milk’s Favorite Cookie” campaign launches
Dates by Next Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Mar 6 | Thursday |
| 2026 | Mar 6 | Friday |
| 2027 | Mar 6 | Saturday |
| 2028 | Mar 6 | Monday |
| 2029 | Mar 6 | Tuesday |
Observed
The day is celebrated worldwide by enjoying Oreos in various ways – dunking in milk, twisting apart, or using them in recipes. Many people host Oreo tasting parties or create Oreo-themed desserts.
Fun Facts About Oreos
- Each cookie has exactly 90 ridges
- Takes 2 hours to make one cookie
- Sold in over 100 countries
- 50% of consumers pull them apart before eating
- Women are more likely to twist them open than men
Quiz
- How many ridges does an Oreo have?
- In what year was the Oreo first introduced?
- What was Oreo’s original name?
(Answers: 90, 1912, Oreo Biscuit)
FAQs
- Is Double Stuf really double? No, studies show it’s about 1.86 times more filling
- What’s the origin of the name? It remains a mystery
- How many Oreos are made yearly? About 40 billion
Importance of National Oreo Day
This celebration recognizes a cultural icon that has brought joy to multiple generations and continues to innovate with new flavors while maintaining its classic appeal.
Related
- National Cookie Day
- National Milk Day
- National Dessert Day
- National Chocolate Day
- National Sandwich Day
