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Get ready to indulge in a delicious treat on March 28 – it's Eat an Eskimo Pie Day! This holiday celebrates the iconic ice cream bar that has been loved by many since its creation in 1921. Did you know that the original name for this frozen dessert was "I-Scream-Bar" before being changed to Eskimo Pie? It's also interesting to note that the inventor, Christian Nelson, first came up with the idea while he was living in Denmark and experiencing extremely cold winters. So let's raise our Eskimo Pies and toast to this sweet and chilly day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1921</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Invention of Eskimo Pie</div><div class='timeline-text'>Christian Nelson invents the Eskimo Pie in Onawa, Iowa, after a young boy couldn't decide between an ice cream or a chocolate bar.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1922</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Patent for Eskimo Pie</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nelson and candy maker Russell Stover patents the Eskimo Pie, which helped the dessert gain nationwide recognition.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1928</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Company Sale</div><div class='timeline-text'>After years of successful growth, the official Eskimo Pie Corporation was formed and later sold to American company United States Foil.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Dairy Queen Acquisition</div><div class='timeline-text'>Global chain Dairy Queen acquires the Eskimo Pie brand, adding the beloved ice cream treat to its extensive menu.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rebrand to Edy’s Pie</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to concerns about cultural sensitivity, the Eskimo Pie is rebranded as Edy’s Pie, named after one of the company's founders, Joseph Edy.</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 Eskimo Pie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put a twist on this classic treat by making your own version of an Eskimo Pie at home. Get creative with different ice cream flavors and toppings to make a personalized and delicious dessert.</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 on an Eskimo Pie taste test</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Visit your local grocery store and purchase several different brands of Eskimo Pies. Have a blind taste test with friends or family to see which brand comes out on top.</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'>Host an Eskimo Pie party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a themed party where all the desserts are Eskimo Pies. Get creative with decorations and even have an Eskimo Pie eating contest with prizes for the winners.</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'>Create an Eskimo Pie-inspired recipe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put an Eskimo Pie twist on a traditional recipe by incorporating the ice cream treat into the dish. For example, try making an Eskimo Pie milkshake or using chopped up Eskimo Pies in a brownie batter.</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'>Donate Eskimo Pies to a local charity</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread joy and celebrate Eat an Eskimo Pie Day by donating boxes of the delicious treat to a local charity or food bank. This is a great way to give back to the community while also enjoying some yummy ice cream bars.</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'>It's a unique and tasty treat</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>An Eskimo pie is made of vanilla ice cream covered in chocolate - what's not to love? It's the perfect combination of creamy and crunchy, making it a delicious dessert that everyone can enjoy. Plus, its unique name adds to its charm!</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'>It's a nostalgic treat</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Eskimo pies have been around since 1921, so it holds a special place in many people's hearts as a childhood favorite. Eating one on this designated day brings back memories and makes for a fun tradition to pass down to future generations.</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'>It's a great way to cool off on a hot day</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Since Eskimo pies are frozen treats, they're perfect for beating the heat on a warm summer day. So go ahead and indulge in an Eskimo pie on Eat an Eskimo Pie Day - it's the perfect treat to cool you down and satisfy your sweet tooth!</p></div></div>
<div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">1</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">I-Scream Bars were almost an accidental invention</h3><p class="facts-content">Christian Nelson conceived the idea when a boy in his shop couldn’t decide between ice cream and chocolate. This event sparked Nelson's creativity, leading to the invention of Eskimo Pie.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">2</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">It’s one of the earliest examples of product franchising</h3><p class="facts-content">The Eskimo Pie enterprise took an early approach to franchising by enabling ice cream manufacturers around the country to produce their bars, promoting rapid nationwide expansion.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">3</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">The “Eskimo Pie Girl” was its mascot</h3><p class="facts-content">Eskimo Pie Girl, a cartoon character with dark hair braids and a parka, was a known mascot of the brand who appeared in many of its advertising campaigns during the 1920s.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">4</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">The original patent affected the entire industry</h3><p class="facts-content">The patent for the frozen treat didn’t just cover the Eskimo Pie. It actually covered any kind of filled or coated ice cream, giving a monopoly to its inventors in this revolutionary sweets market.</p></div></div><div class="facts-item"><div class="facts-number-wrapper"><p class="facts-number">5</p></div><div class="facts-core-content"><h3 class="facts-title">The Eskimo Pie was almost bank-owned</h3><p class="facts-content">Nelson initially wanted to sell the idea to secure a loan for his parents. However, his local banker realized the potential and encouraged him to keep ownership. This decision led to the commercial success of Eskimo Pie.</p></div></div>
Eat an Eskimo Pie Day is celebrated on March 28 every year. In 2024 Eat an Eskimo Pie Day will occur on a Thursday.
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