Date
Monday
Mar
10

March 10

National Blueberry Popover Day

Celebrate National Blueberry Popover Day with a delicious treat - sweet, fluffy popovers filled with juicy blueberries!

Yearly Date
March 10
Type
Day

Introduction

Celebrate National Blueberry Popover Day on March 10 with a delicious treat that you're sure to love! This special day was created to honor the classic breakfast dish, which was first introduced in the late 19th century. The blueberry popover is a light, fluffy pastry filled with sweet and tart blueberries. It's a popular breakfast item that can be enjoyed all year round. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy this tasty treat!

National Blueberry Popover Day Timeline

1800s
Publication of Popover Recipe
The first popover recipe is printed in the American Cookery, a cookbook by Amelia Simmons.
1876
Birth Of Blueberries Cultivation
The cultivation of blueberries began when Elizabeth Coleman White and Dr. Frederick Coville started breeding wild species.
1916
Commercial Blueberry Production
The first commercial crop of highbush blueberries was harvested and sold in Whitesbog, New Jersey, opening new culinary avenues.
1990
Blueberry Popover Popularization
Popovers became mainstream in the culinary world and innovative chefs began incorporating blueberries into their recipes.
2012
National Blueberry Popover Day Inception
The first celebration of National Blueberry Popover Day occurred, encouraging people to enjoy this delicious breakfast treat.

How to Celebrate National Blueberry Popover Day

1

Bake your own popovers

Popovers are fun and easy to make. Mix up the batter, pour into a greased muffin tin, and bake. You can fill the popovers with blueberry preserves, cream cheese, or any other filling you can dream up.

2

Eat out for blueberry popovers

Find a restaurant that serves blueberry popovers and indulge in a tasty treat. Check Yelp for a list of restaurants that serve popovers or look up a recipe online and make them at home.

3

Throw a popover party

Invite your friends over for a blueberry popover party! Make a variety of different flavors and let everyone try them out. You can also have a contest to see who can make the most creative blueberry popover.

4

Visit a bakery

If you don't feel like making your own blueberry popovers, visit your local bakery and pick up some delicious treats. Most bakeries offer a variety of flavors, so be sure to try them all out!

5

Set up a popover bar

Set up a DIY popover bar with all the fixings. Have everyone bring their favorite ingredients for toppings and let everyone customize their own popover creations.

Why We Love National Blueberry Popover Day

A

They are easy to make

Popovers are incredibly easy to make and are sure to impress your family and friends. All you need is a few simple ingredients, including fresh blueberries and some whole milk. You can even add extra ingredients such as cinnamon or nutmeg for added flavor!

B

They are delicious & versatile

Popovers can be eaten as breakfast, lunch, dinner or even dessert! Use them savory by adding cheese and herbs or sweet with jams and sugar. They taste great on their own but can also be used as a side dish or appetizer.

C

Blueberry popovers are nutritious

These tasty treats are a great source of fiber and protein, while the blueberries add in much needed antioxidants. With every bite you're getting a healthy helping of vitamins, minerals and other essential nutrients.

National Blueberry Popover Day Dates

Year
Date
Day
2023
Mar 9
Thursday
2024
Mar 9
Saturday
2025
Mar 9
Sunday
2026
Mar 9
Monday
2027
Mar 9
Tuesday