A little reason to celebrate
National Raspberry Cream Pie Day
Food ยท August 1
A day for raspberry cream pie, the chilled dessert that pairs tart red berries with a smooth, sweet cream filling in a crisp crust.
National Raspberry Cream Pie Day falls on Sunday, August 1, 2027. That is 278 days away.
Raspberry cream pie sits somewhere between a fruit pie and a cream pie, and it borrows the best of each. A crust holds a soft, cool filling, and raspberries bring color and a sharp, bright tartness that keeps all that cream from feeling heavy.
Recipes vary a lot. Some fold fresh berries into whipped cream or a cream cheese filling. Others layer a raspberry glaze or jam over a vanilla custard. The crust might be a classic pastry shell or a pressed graham cracker base, which is easier and adds a little crunch. Most versions are served cold, so the slices hold their shape.
Raspberries are delicate. They bruise easily and keep only a few days in the refrigerator, so it helps to rinse them gently just before using them rather than as soon as they come home. Frozen raspberries work well in cooked fillings and glazes, where looks matter less.
If a recipe calls for a custard, cook it fully until it thickens, and keep the finished pie in the refrigerator rather than on the counter. Cream fillings do best cold, and leftovers should go back in the fridge soon after serving.
A no-bake version is a friendly place to start for anyone new to pies. Whipped cream, a bit of sugar, a cup of berries and a store-bought crust come together quickly, and the hardest part is waiting for it to chill. Save a few whole raspberries for the top, since they make the pie look finished with no extra effort.
Ways to celebrate
- Try a no-bake raspberry cream pie with a graham cracker crust.
- Share a slice with a neighbor or coworker.
- Look for fresh raspberries at a local farmers market.
- Swap the berries into a favorite custard pie recipe for a change.
- Top a slice with a few whole berries and a mint leaf.
Dates
| Year | Date |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, August 1 |
| 2027 | Sunday, August 1 |
| 2028 | Tuesday, August 1 |
| 2029 | Wednesday, August 1 |
| 2030 | Thursday, August 1 |
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- Homemade Pie Day
- Friendship Day
- National Girlfriends Day
- Spider-Man Day
- National Sisters Day
- National Planner Day
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Categories: Food days