National Raspberry Bombe Day for the year 2024 is celebrated/observed on Friday, August 11th. There are until the next observance.

This dish is the bomb, and we can’t wait to celebrate. Introducing National Raspberry Bombe Day, which is celebrated on August 11 each year. This delectable frozen dessert is a tiered smorgasbord of heavy cream, sugar, raspberries, and other ingredients. The end product is decadent and immensely delicious.

πŸ“† When is National Raspberry Bombe Day?

This year, National Raspberry Bombe Day is on August 11th. It is the 2nd Friday in August; in 2024, it is on Sunday.

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β†’ Did you know: It derives from the French phrase “desservir,” which means “to clean the table,” which is what people used to do before serving the last sweet meal.

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πŸ“œ History of National Raspberry Bombe Day

Classic bombs were created with ice cream and sponge cake, but heavy cream, almonds, and a variety of additional ingredients are now used in bombe recipes.

Why is it called a “bombe,” you may wonder? This ice cream treat was frozen in a round shape, making it look like a cannonball, which is how it got its name.

In fact, the French were also responsible for the concept of shaping sweets. The finding that below-freezing temperatures also froze regular and sweetened water prompted French chefs to experiment with other frozen beverages. The world gradually found ice cream, and one clever cook froze his ice cream in a circular mold; thus, the bomb was formed.

According to food historians, this early recipe was later modified by the legendary French chef Auguste Escoffier. They believe Escoffier was the inspiration for today’s simpler, more beautiful souffle. He was responsible for the creation of a new layer in the souffle, the custard layer, which provides a wonderful, firmer, crunchier texture and adds depth to the dish.

The bomb grew in popularity. It began to appear in restaurants, cookbooks, and even on Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip’s wedding table.

We don’t know when or who invented the raspberry bombe, but we’re always ready to enjoy any ice cream treat flavored with this red berry. National Raspberry Cake Day is another wonderful raspberry-themed celebration.

β˜‘οΈ National Raspberry Bombe Day facts

βœ… French desserts are a labor of love
Most dishes take time to prepare and require great attention to detail.

βœ… Custard, anyone?
This is a common ingredient in French pastries because it makes them more rich and creamy.

βœ… Dessert chefs gained celebrity status
Royal chefs acquired fame when French cooks perfected the technique of preparing sweets; they would even create magnificent dessert sculptures.

✨ Things to do on National Raspberry Bombe Day

⚑ Treat yourself to a raspberry bombe
For a special occasion, order this dessert from your neighborhood bakery. If you’re feeling adventurous, make your own raspberry bombe from any recipe you find. Share this delightful delicacy with your loved ones and watch them devour it.

⚑ Throw a French-themed dessert party
Of course, the raspberry bombe is the star of the show. Add profiteroles, macarons, crΓͺpes, and tarte tatin for a delectable sweet supper.

⚑ Grow your own raspberries
Use your own fruit the next time you make a raspberry bombe or any other red berry-themed meal to impress your guests. Plant a little raspberry shrub in your yard and enjoy the results of your efforts.

πŸ“… National Raspberry Bombe Day Observances

YEAR DATE DAY
2023 August 11 Friday
2024 August 11 Sunday
2025 August 11 Monday
2026 August 11 Tuesday
2027 August 11 Wednesday

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