National Muffin Day
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February 20
National Muffin Day
Celebrate National Muffin Day with delicious, freshly-baked muffins! Get creative and try out new recipes or stick to your classic favorites!
Introduction
It's time to celebrate National Muffin Day on February 20! This day has been around since the early 1800s and was originally created as a way to honor the delicious yet simple treat. For many, muffins are seen as an easy-to-make breakfast item that can be enjoyed in any season. From blueberry, banana nut, and pumpkin spice varieties - there is something for everyone!
National Muffin Day Timeline
1703
First Mention of Muffins
The term "moofin" was first documented in the diary of Samuel Pepys, an English naval administrator and Member of Parliament.
1800s
Rise of English Muffins
During the 1800s, English muffins became popularized as a breakfast item in Britain. These are different from American-style muffins and are more similar to a crumpet.
1850
Introduction in America
American-style muffins, typically sweet and cake-like, began to appear in American cookbooks in the mid 19th century.
1919
Muffin Mixes Debut
Commercial muffin mixes were introduced to the market, simplifying the baking process and making muffins more accessible to households nationwide.
1980s
Muffin Mania
Muffins experienced a surge in popularity in the 1980s, as many bakeries and coffee shops began promoting them as a breakfast item.
2000s
National Muffin Day Established
National Muffin Day was established to honor this much-loved baked good. The day is marked on February 20 annually.
How to Celebrate National Muffin Day
1
Bake a batch of muffins
Gather some friends and bake your own muffins at home. Make them from scratch with fresh ingredients and have fun experimenting with different flavors.
2
Visit a local bakery
Head to your favorite bakery and pick out a variety of freshly baked muffins. Try out the different flavors, from blueberry to carrot cake.
3
Hold a muffin exchange
Invite friends to bring a dozen muffins each and trade with each other. You can also make muffin mixes together that everyone can take home and bake on their own.
4
Host a muffin cooking party
Gather all the ingredients you need for baking and let everyone get creative in the kitchen. Have a competition for the most creative or delicious muffin.
5
Create an outdoor muffin picnic
Pack up some homemade or store bought muffins, some blankets, and head out for a picnic in nature. Enjoy eating your muffins in the great outdoors.
Why We Love National Muffin Day
A
Muffins are tasty
There's nothing quite like a freshly-baked muffin to start the day off right! Whether you prefer blueberry, banana nut or even chocolate chunk, these little treats never fail to satisfy. Muffins are great for an on-the-go breakfast or an easy midmorning snack.
B
Muffins are versatile
Muffins don't just have to be limited to breakfast. You can make savory muffins for lunch or dinner using ingredients like cheese, bacon and vegetables. And if you're looking for something sweet, there are endless possibilities for dessert muffins like peanut butter, strawberry swirl, and oatmeal raisin.
C
Muffins are easy to make
Making muffins from scratch is surprisingly easy. All you need are some basic pantry ingredients like flour, sugar, eggs and milk plus whatever add ins you choose. With a bowl and a whisk, you can whip up a batch of delicious muffins in no time at all!
National Muffin Day Dates
Year
Date
Day
2023
Feb 20
Monday
2024
Feb 20
Tuesday
2025
Feb 20
Thursday
2026
Feb 20
Friday
2027
Feb 20
Saturday