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  • Writer's pictureJace Shoemaker-Galloway

National Toasted Marshmallow Day: The ooey, gooey sweet treats to eat and drink



If your sweet tooth is aching for a sweet treat to eat, you’re in luck! Aug. 30 is National Marshmallow Toasting Day, also referred to as National Toasted Marshmallow Day. But no matter what you call it, today is all about enjoying those ooey gooey, teeny weeny bite-sized puffy clouds of deliciousness. While the origins of this food holiday are unknown, folks have been gobbling up marshmallows since the 19th century.

For many people, roasting marshmallows evokes many fond childhood memories. Who can resist sitting around a camp fire and roasting marshmallows over an open flame? Whether you prefer your ‘mellows nice and melted right off the stick or set ablaze, roasting or toasting marshmallows is just plain fun! And just in case you’ve never roasted marshmallows before, check out these simple, step-by-step instructions.

Enjoy! And speaking of special days, Aug. 30 is also National Beach Day, Frankenstein Day and National Holistic Pet Day.


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