August 24 National Waffle Day #NationalWaffleDay

August 24th is National Waffle Day #NationalWaffleDay and I remember as a child on Sunday’s my parents or at least my dad making us breakfast and a lot of times it was Waffles or Pancakes. I should celebrate #NationalWaffleday with Charlie and David in memory of my dad.

My family could make Waffles although we would need to go shopping to purchase a Waffle Iron. Do you have a Waffle Iorn you love if so leave me a comment below and let me know which one it is. Or would you like to go shopping with me for a Waffle Iron? I will make breakfast for us.

August 24th is National Waffle Day. Pass the syrup! We’ll welcome any occasion to indulge in this iconic international treat. With so many varieties of Waffles including Belgium, Hong Kong, Stroopwafels, Galettes to enjoy in countless ways from adding classic toppings like Butter or Syrup, Fruit, and Chocolate, to Waffle Sandwiches and Hotdog Buns, we can’t wait to eat Waffles at every meal.

The contemporary Waffles we enjoy today hail from France and Belgium. Earlier versions of the Waffle, made of Grain Flour and Water, date back to Ancient Greece. At that time they made Obelios, or Flat Cakes, cooked between hot metal plates.

In the Middle ages Wafers were made using round plates with images of Jesus, The Crucifixion, and other religious scenes and symbols. Through the Centuries both the ingredients and cooking methods of Waffle making evolved until finally landing on one of the dzens of common varieties we love today.

Did you know the Belgian Waffle made its way over to America during the 1962 World’s Fair in Seattle, but it wasn’t popular until the 1964 to 1965 World’s Fair was hosted in Queens, New York. The Waffle was originally known as the Brussels Waffle.

A Waffles defining factors are the crispy exterior and light, airy, and fluffy interior. The Waffle was served both plain and with Whipped Cream and sliced Strawberries. No one was really attracted to the “Brussels Waffle,” but the family selling them in Queens realized it was due to the name. As soon as they advertised it as a Belgian Waffle, they saw a spike in consumer interest and popularity.

Waffle Day began in Sweden through a mishap that mixed up similar words meaning Waffles and “Our Lady’s Day”. National Waffle Day is celebrated in several European Countries by eating Waffles on March 25th, and marks the beginning of Spring.

National Waffle Day Activities

1. Waffles aren’t just for breakfast and dessert you could try a Garlic and Herb batter and use this in place of Bread with an entree or as a Sandwich.
2. It’s time to snag a Waffle iron and with endless shapes and designs including cartoon characters, mini size, and vintage cast iron you may find, just like Waffles, and you may want more than one.
3. Chicken and Waffles are a very popular pair. What about Waffle Ham and Cheese, or a Waffle Pizza, Waffle Nachos, or Waffle S’mores?! Take the opportunity today to get adventurous. You never know what Waffle match made in heaven is out there waiting for you.

FACTS ABOUT WAFFLES

1. There are at least 13 prominent types of Waffles.
2. The world’s largest Waffle flips out the griddle at a whopping eight feet and 110 pounds.
3. Belgium style Waffles are by far the most popular around the world, but every Country from the United States to Hong Kong has its own unique cultural twists.
4. Peaked Egg Whites folded into the batter, Club Soda, and Cornstarch can make your Waffles extra fluffy.
5. Early Americans, including Thomas Jefferson, threw Waffle frolics, which was parties with the sole purpose of feasting on Waffles. 

Why People Love National Waffle Day

1. Waffles can be made into all kinds of shapes including States to floral damask patterns which people love enjoying our favorite foods with a new look.
2. People love the versatility of Waffles because we can have Waffles at every meal. People use Cheese, Ice Cream, Fried Chicken, savory sauces including Chocolate, dipped, fried, or on a stick, The choices are endless.
3. A thin and crispy Caramel filled Stroop Waffle in Germany or a hot Waffle topped with three kinds of Gelato in Italy?
4. How about a local dive diner serving up a classic Waffle breakfast or a new  up and coming Cafe with Waffle topped Bloody Mary’s?
5. People love traveling, near and far, sampling as many Waffles as they can. 

Recipe for Buttermilk Waffles

Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons white sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 cups low-fat buttermilk
• ⅓ cup melted butter
• 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

1. Gather all ingredients.
2. Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl until evenly combined.
3. Whisk buttermilk and melted butter together in a separate bowl; whisk in eggs.
4. Stir buttermilk mixture into flour mixture until just combined and batter is slightly lumpy; stir in vanilla extract.
5. Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer’s instructions.
6. To cook each waffle, pour enough batter into the preheated waffle iron to reach 1/2 inch from the edge. Cook according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Thank you,

Glenda, Charlie and David Cates