Krispy Kreme
Celebrate National Dessert Day with a free doughnut. Krispy Kreme doughnuts are pictured their store in Washington, DC, Dec. 1, 2016. Saul Loeb/AFP/Getty Images

Sunday will mark one of the sweetest times of 2018 thanks to National Dessert Day. The confection inspired holiday encourages those across the US to visit local doughnut shops, bakeries and restaurants to pick up a sweet treat.

Although desserts initially served the purpose of providing ancient culture with the proper nourishment to ensure survival, in the present day, desserts have become delicious treats that are enjoyed following an already fulfilling meal.

Lucky, every Oct. 14, National Dessert Day rolls around and encourages sugar loves to dedicate 24 hours to eating mouthwatering sweets, no dinner required. The best part is there are a ton of business offering freebies and deals.

Check out some of the establishments offering free or discounted deals on dessert below.

Krispy Kreme

Anyone with a sweet tooth can get a free doughnut by signing up for the Krispy Kreme Simple & Sweet rewards program.

Outback Steakhouse

Head into Outback on Sunday to celebrate this National Caramel Month deal on National Dessert Day. The restaurant is offering their salted caramel cookie skillet for only $5.49 until the end of October.

Ghirardelli

If you are patient enough to wait for delivery, chocolate lovers can head online to Ghirardelli and use the promo code, MYUSI15, at checkout for 15% off their order. New customers can also receive 10% off their first purchase by signing up for the newsletter at any time.

Baskin-Robbins

Download the Baskin-Robbins app to receive a free regular-sized scoop of ice cream.

Mrs. Fields

Just can’t get enough of those soft chewy cookies? Customers have until the end of the month to use the promo code, COOKIE, at checkout to receive 15% off of their purchase.

Cinnabon

Celebrate National Dessert Day by signing up to receive emails from Cinnabon. Those who complete the speedy process will be rewarded with a free Minibon Cinnamon Roll.

BJ’s Brewhouse

This is a freebie gift that keeps on giving. Sugar lovers who register for the Premier Rewards Plus program will not only get a free Pizookie, but they will also receive another free Pizookie on their birthday.

Dairy Queen

Dairy Queen
A s’mores flavored blizzard is pictured at a Dairy Queen, the first to open in Manhattan, on May 29, 2014 in New York City. Andrew Burton/Getty Images

The home of the blizzard is giving their signature dessert away for free! Those who download the DQ app will receive a small blizzard treat on the house.