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National Homemade Bread Day

On National Homemade Bread Day, we celebrate the joy of baking fresh bread in our homes and communities.

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Tuesday, November 17Every year on November 17

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Roots: Created by the National Homemade Bread Committee in the early 1980s
Vibe: Comforting, nostalgic, and communal
Also on Nov 17: Baklava Day · Butter Day · Take a Hike Day
Hashtag: #NationalHomemadeBreadDay

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3 ways to celebrate

AT HOME

Bake a loaf

Mix, knead and bake your first loaf. The smell alone is worth it.

WITH FRIENDS

Bread swap

Each friend bakes a different loaf and trades halves. Everyone wins.

AT WORK OR SCHOOL

Share the starter

Bring sourdough starter to share with coworkers. Pass along the bread love.

Plan ahead

National Homemade Bread Day is observed on November 17 every year. Here is where it lands for the next ten years, handy for planners, marketers and party people.

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Fast facts

Yeast bread needs time to rest and rise before baking

Baker's yeast makes more CO2 than brewer's yeast

The story

The aroma of freshly baked bread has a unique way of bringing people together. National Homemade Bread Day on November 17 serves as a reminder of the simple pleasure found in baking. Whether it’s a crusty sourdough or a sweet banana bread, the act of making bread can be both therapeutic and rewarding. Families and friends gather in kitchens, sharing recipes that have been passed down through generations, each loaf telling a story.

Read the full story

Baking bread at home is not just about nourishment; it’s a cultural experience. In many countries, bread holds significant value, symbolizing hospitality and community. From the baguettes of France to the focaccia of Italy, each culture has its unique take on this staple. On this day, consider exploring global recipes that may inspire new traditions within your own family.

As you knead the dough, you engage in a practice that spans centuries, each fold and turn connecting you to bakers long ago. The satisfaction of watching dough rise is unparalleled. It’s a reminder of patience and the joy of creation. This day encourages you to slow down, savor the process, and relish the results of your labor.

One of the most delightful aspects of National Homemade Bread Day is sharing the fruits of your labor. Whether you gift a loaf to a neighbor or host a gathering to enjoy your creations, bread has a unique way of fostering connection. As you celebrate, remember that the warmth of homemade bread extends beyond the kitchen, it’s about the bonds we create and the memories we make.