National Sticky Bun Day

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National Sticky Bun Day in USA in 2026
Image: Caramel pecan sticky buns. by Stacy , from Flickr. CC BY-SA 2.0

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Dates of National Sticky Bun Day
2026 USA Saturday, February 21stNational Sticky Bun Day
2025 USA Friday, February 21stNational Sticky Bun Day
2024 USA Wednesday, February 21stNational Sticky Bun Day
2023 USA Tuesday, February 21stNational Sticky Bun Day
2022 USA Monday, February 21stNational Sticky Bun Day
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Find out the dates, history and traditions of National Sticky Bun Day

February 21st is National Sticky Bun Day! Whether they are sweet mixed with nuts, or mixed with gooey caramel, it's a scientific fact you can’t go wrong!

They are often a sugary breakfast treat, also known as “cinnamon rolls”, “caramel rolls”, or “monkey bread.”

Sticky buns are a Philadelphia specialty. Originally known as “Schnecken”, the confection treat is thought to have been brought to the U.S. by German Settlers in the 18th century.

The ‘cinnamon bun’, was created in Sweden in 1920, and by 1954 they had become a university staple at the University of British Columbia with Hungarian baker Grace Hasz selling cinnamon buns daily on campus.

Celebrate by making your own sticky buns! Find a delicious homemade recipe and let the smell of spices and caramel fill your kitchen.

Or support a local business and make it a mission to find the best sticky buns in your area! They are often a staple at neighborhood bakeries, markets, and brunch spots. Check out all the options until you find the sticky bun of your dreams! But shhhhh…don’t tell anyone where to find them so you can keep them all for yourself!

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