National Oatmeal Muffin Day is celebrated on December 19th. The funny part of this is I’ve had #OatmealCookies but I’ve never had a Oatmeal Muffin. Looks like its time to stop eating #BananaNutMuffins and try a Oatmeal Muffin or two.
I also need to get Charlie and David to try a Oatmeal Muffin. Would you like to join us for Milk and Muffins this morning? People are eager to fill up there tummies with Muffins without having to worry about cholesterol or the calories consumed. Healthy Muffins that look like cupcakes and satisfy our sweet craving doesn’t get better than this! Or does it?
Nobody knows the origins of National Oatmeal Muffin Day. All we know is Oatmeal Muffins are a staple in American households and we welcome any holiday where we can just eat a Muffin and have fun. The best part is that Oatmeal is known to be ‘heart-healthy’ and has a lot of nutritious value.
Muffins have been around for several Centuries, beginning with English-style Muffins. Dating back to the 10th Century in Wales, the English-style Muffin uses yeast for rising and is cooked on a griddle. Doesn’t sound to tasty does it?
By the end of the 18th Century, Americans improved on the recipe for Muffins and developed it into what we know today as quick Bread Muffins, prepared in individual molds. This style of Muffin was made possible when Pearlash was discovered. Pearlash, or Potash, as it is commonly known, was eventually replaced when Baking Soda became mainstream.
American-style Muffins need molds for baking because batter is used to create them instead of Dough. The shape and size are similar to a Cupcake, and recipes for Oatmeal Muffins started to be published in American cookbooks from the mid-1800s onwards.
Amelia Simmons, the author of the first-ever American cookbook called “American Cookery”, used Pearlash in her recipes. Such was Pearlash’s rise to popularity that over eight thousand tons were exported to Europe in 1792. It wasn’t until 1857 that Baking Powder became commercially available. Which was a Godsend wasn’t it?
Today, the Oatmeal Muffin is loved by many because the Muffin is packed with rich flavor and has a lot of health benefits. They Muffins sometimes Nuts are incorporated into the recipe as well for that extra crunch.
Remember no, one knows the origins of National Oatmeal Muffin Day, All we know is that Oatmeal Muffins are a staple in American households and people welcome any holiday where we can just eat a Muffin and have fun. The best part is that Oatmeal is known to be ‘heart-healthy’ and has a lot of nutritious value.
How To Celebrate National Oatmeal Muffin Day
- Now is the time to bake Oatmeal Muffins, if you’ve never done so before. Experiment with different recipes and make your own versions.
- Remember if you don’t want to back you can order Muffins from a local bakery.
- Grab a cup of Coffee or Tea and enjoy Muffins which are soft morsels from heaven with your family and friends.
- Oatmeal Muffins are healthy and filled with rich nutrients.
- Encourage the picky eater of the family to try a Oatmeal Muffins to add into their diet not only today but everyday.
Facts About Muffins
- Did you know the word ‘Muffin’ most likely originates from the old German word ‘Muffen.’
- McDonald’s introduced its Egg McMuffin in 1972, consisting of Canadian Bacon, American Cheese, an English Muffin, and an Egg.
- National Blueberry Muffin Day is another Muffin celebration on July 11th.
- Did you know four states in the US have adopted a Muffin; Minnesota and Washington adopted Blueberry, Massachusetts — adopted Corn, and New York — adopted Apple.
- A Blueberry Muffin is one for the Weight Watchers because it contains 385 calories.
Why People Love National Oatmeal Muffin Day
According to the American Heart Association, whole grains including Oatmeal contain fiber, protein, and other nutrients that are essential for preventing chronic diseases.
Oatmeal is also great for maintaining cholesterol levels.
It is truly marvelous how every baked good or sweet treat we eat has a history.
It’s also amazing that these treats did not start out the way they are today but rather evolved over time.
Give us any day that celebrates and satisfies our sweet tooth and people will be all over it.
Recipe for Oatmeal Muffins
Ingredients
1 cup milk
1 cup quick cooking oats
1 egg
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
Directions
- Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease 12 standard muffin cups or line with paper muffin liners.
- Combine milk and oats in a small bowl; let soak for 15 minutes.
- Beat together egg and oil in a large bowl; stir in oat mixture. Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Stir flour mixture into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Spoon batter into the prepared muffin cups until 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
