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Celebrate National Waffle Day with all your favourite toppings! Sweet or savoury, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Celebrate National Waffle Day on August 24 with a delicious, golden-brown waffle! This special day was created in the early 1800s to honor the invention of the first waffle iron. Since then, people from all around the world have been enjoying these crispy treats for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Whether you like them plain or topped with your favorite toppings, there's sure to be something for everyone!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1869</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Waffle Iron Patented</div><div class='timeline-text'>Cornelius Swarthout of New York patented the first waffle iron, a device for cooking waffles over coal, pioneering the way for modern waffle making.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1911</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>General Electric Model A</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first electric waffle iron, the Model A, was rolled out by General Electric, making it easier to make waffles at home.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1953</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Eggo Frozen Waffles Launched</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Frozen Food Company introduced Eggo frozen waffles, creating another way for people to enjoy waffles in their own homes.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1964</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Belgian Waffles Debut in America</div><div class='timeline-text'>Belgian waffles made their first American appearance at the New York World's Fair, introducing a new waffle variation to the public.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Waffle House Opens</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Waffle House, a restaurant chain dedicated to waffles, opened in Georgia, pushing the popularity of waffles even further.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Waffle Day Established</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Waffle Day was inaugurated on August 24 to celebrate the invention of the waffle iron and the joy of eating waffles.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make your own waffles</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>It's surprisingly easy to make your own waffles at home. All you need is some basic ingredients like flour, eggs, butter, and milk. Once you have the ingredients mixed together you can pour them into a preheated waffle iron and let the magic happen!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go out for waffles</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you don't feel like cooking your own waffles, why not go out and enjoy them? Search for restaurants in your area that serve waffles and see what kind of delicious creations they have. You're sure to find something you love.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a waffle party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite family and friends over for a delicious celebration of National Waffle Day! Make a variety of different kinds of waffles with different toppings and let everyone choose their favorite combination. It's sure to be a hit!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a Waffle House</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Nothing says National Waffle Day like visiting a Waffle House! Enjoy a stack of delicious golden brown waffles served with your favorite toppings. Don't forget the syrup!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Share waffle recipes online</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share your favorite waffle recipes online with friends and family on National Waffle Day. You never know who might be inspired to make their own mouthwatering creations!</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Waffles are delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nothing says breakfast like a freshly made waffle. Its sweet and savory flavor combined with its crunchy texture makes it the perfect comfort food. Whether you like them plain or topped off with butter and syrup, waffles will always make your morning meal enjoyable!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Waffles are easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Making waffles doesn't have to be complicated - all you need is a waffle iron and some simple batter ingredients. You can even get creative and add in different flavorings such as cocoa powder, white chocolate chunks, or berries for a tasty twist!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Waffles are versatile</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>While traditionally served as part of a breakfast meal, waffles can be enjoyed throughout the day. Try experimenting with different toppings for lunch or dinner - think bacon, ham, and pineapple slices -or using them as bread alternatives in sandwiches!</p></div></div>
National Waffle Day is celebrated on August 24th every year. In 2024 National Waffle Day will occur on a Saturday.
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