June 29th National Waffle Iron Day #NationalWaffleIronDay and David had asked me earlier what we was having for dinner then he would know what he needed to cook when he got home. I decided that we would all do a fend-for-yourself meal. Then I found out it was National Waffle Day and we have a box of Waffles in the cabinet with Sausage in the freezer so Charlie and David can have breakfast and I’m having a Baked Potato. Would you like to have dinner with us?
National Waffle Iron Day is celebrated on June 29th every year as a way to celebrate the invention of Waffles that allows millions of Americans to enjoy their breakfast. Waffle irons are found across homes in the United States and are used to make many varieties of Waffles, ranging from the simple Waffle to the fancier and more modern takes on this favorite breakfast food.
Waffles are believed to have originated in Belgium and so it is likely that the waffle iron, or at least a primitive version of it, was also invented in Belgium or its surrounding regions in the Middle Ages. In fact, the early waffle irons were quite versatile and were designed to prepare different types of breakfast foods.
When Dutch and other Europeans began immigrating to America, they brought Waffles to the New World and Waffles became a common breakfast meal. In fact, President Thomas Jefferson is known to have been quite fond of Waffles and he kept a collection of Waffle recipes and even had his own iron waffle maker.
In 1869, the first-ever American patent for the waffle iron was given to Cornelius Swarthout, whereas the first electric waffle iron was invented by Thomas Stackbeck in the year 1911. The traditional form of Waffles, consisting of an Egg batter cooked in a waffle iron and topped with Cream and Berries did not become popular until 1964 when Thomas Stackbeck dish was sold at the World’s Fair in New York.
While it is not known when the first National Waffle Iron Day was held or who proclaimed National Waffle Iron Day, it should not stop us from celebrating Waffles with enthusiasm. After all, there are many traditions whose origins are yet to be discovered but Americans still celebrate these Waffles with every bit of national pride. As waffle irons continue to evolve in different shapes and sizes, they remain a staple of almost every household in America.
LET’S CELEBRATE NATIONAL WAFFLE IRON DAY
- Waffles are extremely popular because they can be made in so many unique ways and combined with different types of foods including Fruits, Nuts, and even Chicken. On National Waffle Iron Day, you can bring out your waffle iron and use it to prepare different types of Waffle recipes. You can test out new Batter recipes as well as toppings and other ingredients. For example, you can create a Waffle Sandwich or Waffle Burger by using Waffles instead of Buns.
- Many homes have the traditional square or round waffle iron that they have been using for years. However, most of the manufacturers have brought out new versions of waffle irons in different shapes. For example, you can get waffle irons in the shape of various cartoon characters and other designs. If you want, you can purchase large waffle makers that let you make multiple Waffles at the same time. You can also buy vertical waffle irons as well as bowl-shaped waffle irons.
- Get your neighbors together to organize a waffle sale to test everyone’s waffle-making skills. The more people you can bring on board, the more exciting it is going to be. You can also try searching for a sponsor as many waffle iron makers would be interested in sponsoring such events to get exposure for their products. This can also be a great way to test new products with your neighbors, especially if you want to replace your old waffle iron with a new one.
FACTS ABOUT AMERICAN BREAKFAST
- Most Americans, which is nearly 37%, like to have cereal as their main breakfast food.
- Americans are opening up to the idea of having breakfast at restaurants and Cafes, especially on weekends.
- Nearly a quarter of Americans skip breakfast in the morning.
- Most Americans select their breakfast foods based on taste.
- Having Porridge for breakfast is known to support longevity by reducing blood pressure and providing fiber to the body.
WHY PEOPLE LOVE NATIONAL WAFFLE IRON DAY
- With a large number of people skipping breakfast or not having breakfast altogether, celebrating National Waffle Iron Day helps to raise awareness about the importance of having breakfast by adding a celebratory feel to it. Breakfast is a good way to help people realize that they can improve their health and lifestyle by making breakfast a part of their daily diet and routine.
- People love to use their waffle irons in creative ways. From how you prepare the Batter to how long you cook the Waffles, there are different options you can try on National Waffle Iron Day. In fact, you can even experiment with having Waffles for lunch or dinner as a healthier option. Apart from the electric waffle iron, you can also experiment with the older stove-top irons and compare which Waffles you prefer.
- Waffles are one of the things that Americans share with Europeans as part of their heritage. Celebrating National Waffle Iron Day gives people an opportunity to look back and admire how far Waffles have progressed from the earlier, basic types of waffle irons to the more modern and innovative ones.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
