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Get ready to indulge in one of America's favorite cookies on National Fig Newton Day on January 16! These delicious treats have been enjoyed by people for over a century, with the first batch being made in 1891. Did you know that Fig Newtons were originally called "Fig Rolls" and were named after the town of Newton, Massachusetts? These fig-filled cookies have become a classic snack and are loved by many. So let's celebrate this day by enjoying some sweet and chewy Fig Newtons – whether as a nostalgic treat or a new discovery!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1891</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of Fig Newtons</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Fig Newton pastry was first made and patented by the Kennedy Biscuit Works, later known as Nabisco.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1997</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Newton Rebranding</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nabisco rebranded the "Fig Newtons" to simply "Newtons", allowing for a variety of non-fig fillings like raspberry and apple cinnamon.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Newton Healthy Tag</div><div class='timeline-text'>Newtons were marketed as a healthier snack alternative with real fruit filling and whole grain.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>New Packaging</div><div class='timeline-text'>Nabisco introduced a new pack design for Newtons with a clear window showing the snack inside.</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'>Bake your own Fig Newtons</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative in the kitchen and try making your own version of this classic cookie. There are plenty of recipes available online for homemade Fig Newtons, so gather your ingredients and get baking!</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'>Host a Fig Newton tasting party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends over for a fun and unique tasting party featuring different flavors and brands of Fig Newtons. You can even have guests vote on their favorites and award prizes to the top picks.</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'>Create fig-inspired dishes</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get creative in the kitchen by incorporating figs into your favorite dishes. From salads to pizza, there are endless ways to use figs as a delicious ingredient.</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'>Go on a fig picking adventure</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Find a local farm or orchard that allows visitors to pick their own figs. Spend the day picking fresh figs and then use them in your favorite recipes or enjoy them as a healthy snack.</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 your love for Fig Newtons on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take to social media to express your love for Fig Newtons! Share photos of your homemade creations or memories of enjoying this tasty treat with friends and family.</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'>Fig Newtons are a classic treat</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>For many of us, Fig Newtons are a staple snack from our childhood. They bring back fond memories of school lunches and after-school snacks, making them an instant hit on National Fig Newton Day!</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'>They come in many tasty flavors</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>While the classic fig flavor will always hold a special place in our hearts, Fig Newtons also come in variations like apple cinnamon and blueberry. So on National Fig Newton Day, why not try out some new flavors and find a new favorite?</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'>They're the perfect mix of fruit and cookie</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Fig Newtons strike the perfect balance between sweet and wholesome. The soft cookie exterior pairs perfectly with the jam-like filling, making for a deliciously satisfying snack. Plus, the figs provide added nutrients like fiber and potassium - making it a guilt-free treat!</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'>Fig Newtons are Named After a City</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite common assumptions, Fig Newtons aren’t named after Sir Isaac Newton. Instead, they get their name from the city of Newton, Massachusetts.</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'>Fig Newtons were One of the First Commercially Baked Products in America</h3><p class='facts-content'>Fig Newtons made their debut in 1891, produced by the National Biscuit Company (Nabisco), making them one of America's oldest commercially available baked goods.</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'>Fig Newtons No Longer Contain High Fructose Corn Syrup</h3><p class='facts-content'>In an effort to make the snack healthier, in 2011 Nabisco removed high fructose corn syrup from the ingredient list of Fig Newtons.</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'>They are Now Simply Called "Newtons"</h3><p class='facts-content'>As of 2012, Nabisco decided to drop the 'Fig' part of Fig Newtons, now marketing different variations of their popular cookie with other fillings like strawberry and apple under the name "Newtons".</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'>Fig Newtons are the 3rd Most Popular Cookie in the U.S.</h3><p class='facts-content'>According to certain reports, Fig Newtons are consistently ranked as the third most popular type of cookie in the United States, with only Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies ranking higher.</p></div></div>
National Fig Newton Day is celebrated on January 16 every year. In 2024 National Fig Newton Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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