It’s National Oreo Day And Here Are Surprising Facts About Oreos

I woke up this morning and just wondered if today happened to be a day of significance. Well, turns out, it is National Oreo Day. It's also dentist day and frozen food day. But, let's tackle one observance at a time. So, we'll dive into some surprising facts about Oreos.

According to Delish magazine, there's so much to learn about the humble Oreo that has been delighting snack enthusiasts for decades. So, what better time than National Oreo Day to look into the yummy cookie?

First of all, everyone has a way of being in the world. And, everyone has a distinct way of devouring an Oreo. Did you know that men tend to eat Oreos whole, while women often twist them apart. I'm a twist apart and eat. But. I may also dunk in milk occasionally. I hear there are also people who may break them in half...either the whole cookie or the halves once separated. That's an aggressive move!

Now, how long have we been eating Oreos as we celebrate National Oreo Day? The first Oreo was reportedly sold in 1912 in Hoboken, New Jersey. And, they have been the best-selling cookie in the U.S. since 1912.

You may notice the similarity between the Oreo and something called a Hydrox. Oreo is said to have been inspired by Hydrox. I don't know about you, but the name Oreo sounds much more appetizing. Hydrox always reminds me of something you might use as an industrial cleaner...not the taste, just the name. But, the origin of the Oreo name is not known.

And finally, the makers of Oreos don't just throw the filling in willy nilly. There is precise method to their madness. Apparently, the cookie to creme ration of an Oreo is 71% to 29%. That attention to detail is part of the success. And, we are better for it.

Now you know. So, grab some Oreos and milk and celebrate National Oreo Day!