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Get your oven mitts ready and start preheating the oven - it's time to celebrate National Oatmeal Muffin Day on December 19! This day is all about celebrating one of life’s greatest culinary creations, the oatmeal muffin. It dates back to medieval times when oats were a major component in many dishes. Today, oatmeal muffins are enjoyed around the world, with variations ranging from sweet to savory flavors.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Oatmeal Usage in Cooking</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 1800s, oats became a common ingredient in many dishes, including baked goods, which set the stage for the creation of oatmeal muffins.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1870</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Muffin Tin Invention</div><div class='timeline-text'>The invention of the muffin tin made it easier for bakers to create individual servings of muffins and other baked goods.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Oatmeal Muffins Rise in Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>The oatmeal muffin became a popular breakfast item in the United States during this period, often served with butter and jam.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Health Movement Impact</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the health movements of the 1980s, oatmeal muffins were favored for their fiber content and lower cholesterol benefits.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Oatmeal Muffin Variations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Through the years, delicious variations of the oatmeal muffin were developed incorporating fruits, nuts, spices, and more.</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 oatmeal muffins</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Oatmeal muffins are easy to make and there are a million recipes out there. Find one that looks good to you, gather the 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'>Visit a bakery</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head to your local bakery and pick up some of their freshly made oatmeal muffins. There's nothing like fresh out of the oven muffins.</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'>Make oatmeal muffin smoothies</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take some leftover oatmeal muffins and use them to create a yummy smoothie. Mix in some almond milk, banana, and peanut butter for extra flavor.</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'>Host an oatmeal muffin party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather all of your friends together and celebrate National Oatmeal Muffin Day with an oatmeal muffin party. You can exchange recipes, talk about your favorite ways to enjoy oatmeal muffins, or even have a bake off.</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'>Give away oatmeal muffins</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spread the cheer of National Oatmeal Muffin Day by giving away some of your homemade treats to friends, family, neighbors, or even strangers.</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'>Oatmeal muffins are healthy</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Oatmeal muffins are a perfect breakfast option because they're packed with nutrients and fiber. Not only do they provide energy to start your day off right, but they can also help stabilize blood sugar levels throughout the morning. Plus, oatmeal is a great source of B vitamins and other essential minerals like iron and zinc!</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'>Oatmeal muffins are easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Making oatmeal muffins doesn't complicated or time consuming. All you need is a few basic ingredients like flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda and oatmeal. You can even add in nuts, dried fruit or chocolate chips if you want to make them extra tasty!</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'>Oatmeal muffins are customizable</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Oatmeal muffins are incredibly versatile - you can sweeten them up with honey or brown sugar or go savory with herbs and spices. There's really no wrong way to make them! Whether you prefer your muffins plain or loaded up with extras, there's sure to be something for everyone at National Oatmeal Muffin Day.</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'>Oatmeal Muffins have been featured in famous literature</h3><p class='facts-content'>In Laura Ingalls Wilder's book, "The Long Winter," oatmeal muffins are mentioned as a comforting food made by the family during the difficult winter months.</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'>The first recorded oatmeal muffin recipe dates back to the 19th century</h3><p class='facts-content'>The earliest recipe we have for oatmeal muffins dates back to 1880, in a British magazine encircling various household tips and recipes.</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'>Scotland has a long history with oats-based foods</h3><p class='facts-content'>Scotland has been using oats in its culinary culture for centuries due to the country's favorable climate for growing oats. Therefore, Scotland's influence might have contributed greatly to the popularity of oatmeal muffins worldwide.</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'>Oatmeal Muffins were a staple during the world wars</h3><p class='facts-content'>During World War I and II, when there was a shortage of other grains, oatmeal was plentiful, and oatmeal muffins became a common staple in many households.</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'>Oatmeal muffins have different variations across the globe</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the United States and Canada, oatmeal muffins tend to be sweet and often include mix-ins like fruits, nuts, and spices. Yet in other parts of the world, they are often served as a savoury side dish, paired with soups or other main courses.</p></div></div>
National Oatmeal Muffin Day is celebrated on December 19 every year. In 2024 National Oatmeal Muffin Day will occur on a Thursday.
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