National Ambrosia Day for the year 2024 is celebrated/observed on Monday, December 12th. There are until the next observance.

Every year on December 12, National Ambrosia Day is observed. The holiday commemorates “ambrosia,” also known as “food of the gods” in Greek mythology. The Greeks thought that anyone who drank ambrosia would live forever. Ambrosia is now commonly served as a dessert or a side dish. Ambrosia is a creamy fruit salad that may be created with whichever fruits you like. While ambrosia is rarely consumed on a regular basis, it is appreciated on special occasions and, happily, it is also nutritious! Every foodie, even those who rely on nutritious foods, should celebrate National Ambrosia Day.

📆 When is National Ambrosia Day?

This year, National Ambrosia Day is on December 12th. It is the 2nd Monday in December; in 2023, it is on Tuesday.

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📜 History of National Ambrosia Day

Ambrosia is now created using pineapples, oranges, or mandarin oranges that have been covered with sugar and coconut. Some people even add marshmallows and jelly beans to amp up the flavor. Pecans and other nuts are also commonly seen in ambrosia. Yogurt, sour cream, and whipped cream can all be used to provide a creamy texture. The salad is then chilled for several hours or overnight to get the desired texture. Traditional ambrosia, on the other hand, is prepared with freshly cut fruits and served immediately. Traditional southern recipes may also include bananas, cherries, raisins, almonds, and grapefruits. Even though ambrosia is a simple meal, it is heavy in cream, so it is difficult to determine whether it should be served as a dessert or a side dish. It’s high in vitamin C, and the formula may be tailored to your preferences.

☑️ National Ambrosia Day facts

Americans love OJ
In 2018, the average American consumed slightly under six gallons of juice.

Oranges are diverse
Oranges come in over 600 different types across the world.

Citrus fruits relieve stress
Linalool, an essential oil found in citrus peel, aids in stress relief.

Things to do on National Ambrosia Day

Make ambrosia today
Make the dish to commemorate National Ambrosia Day. Add your preferred fruits, some coconut sugar cream, and a dab of sour cream to finish.

Create your version of ambrosia
Create your own rendition of the famous dessert on National Ambrosia Day. Try out different ingredients and share your own version with your friends and on social media.

Study the history of citrus fruit and its local growth
Visit a nearby citrus farm with your family and friends to learn more about this delectable treasure. You may even recommend that they hold a National Ambrosia Day event to raise awareness of this delectable dessert.

📅 National Ambrosia Day Observances

YEAR DATE DAY
2023 December 12 Tuesday
2024 December 12 Thursday
2025 December 12 Friday
2026 December 12 Saturday
2027 December 12 Sunday

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