Ah, the great question: why should pie deserve not just one, but TWO National Days? Well, let me tell you, pie is a truly special dessert, deserving of all the recognition it can get—because who else has both a day dedicated to their deliciousness and a day to celebrate their mathematical (yet equally appetizing) properties? It’s basically the dessert version of a superhero, and superheroes need multiple holidays. Here’s why:
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National Pie Day (January 23rd): This is the day we honor the sweet, flaky, and oh-so-satisfying dessert that has been with us through thick and thin (literally). It’s the ultimate comfort food that knows no boundaries—whether it's fruit-filled, cream-based, or packed with chocolate. National Pie Day is basically a warm, buttery hug for your taste buds. Without it, how else would we know when to dive into that perfect slice of pecan pie or get an early head start on eating our weight in apple pie?
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National Pi Day (March 14th): Now, this one’s for the geeks—uh, I mean, the mathematically inclined (shoutout to π ≈ 3.14159). Pi Day exists because Pi is a fundamental constant in math, and its decimal representation is infinite, like our endless love for pie. We’re talking about a day to celebrate numbers, geometry, and, of course, to eat pie while reciting math formulas. It’s like the day the nerds and foodies come together in perfect harmony. Pi Day doesn’t just celebrate the irrational number—it gives us an excuse to eat pie in the name of science. Who knew that math could be so delicious?
All said and done, pie deserves both days because, on National Pie Day, it's all about the tasty treat that satisfies our cravings, while National Pi Day celebrates the infinite possibilities of pie. It's a win, win for us all.
Here's the National Pie Day (January 23) Quad:
Introducing the Peppermint Hot Cocoa Pie—a decadent, festive dessert that combines rich, fudgy chocolate with a refreshing peppermint twist, all nestled inside a buttery chocolate cookie crust and crowned with a pillowy marshmallow meringue.
The base of this pie features a thick, velvety brownie filling that’s as indulgent as your favorite chocolate brownies, but with the added depth of smooth chocolate and just the right touch of peppermint. Each bite is a luxurious balance of warm, fudgy richness and cool mint that perfectly complements the chocolate.
The topping is the real showstopper: a peppermint marshmallow meringue that is light, airy, and subtly infused with mint. The toasted meringue brings that irresistible marshmallow flavor—crispy on the outside and soft and sweet on the inside. It adds a delightful contrast to the rich, dense brownie filling beneath it.
This all sits in a buttery chocolate cookie crust that brings a satisfying crunch and deep chocolate flavor, making every bite of this pie a perfect combination of textures and tastes.