It’s time to start celebrating the sweetest holiday of the year: National Maple Syrup Day! On this special day, we celebrate the delicious, gooey goodness of this all-time favorite topping. Whether you love it on pancakes, waffles, French toast, or straight from the bottle, this holiday is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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What is National Maple Syrup Day?
National Maple Syrup Day is just as it sounds, a day dedicated to the enjoyment of pure maple syrup! There are celebrations for this day throughout the United States and Canada.
The History of National Maple Syrup Day
While the history is not 100% known, the harvest of sap from maple trees began thousands of years ago. It is said that the indigenous people of Northeastern United States were the first to tap the trees and began using the sap for a variety of purposes.
When is National Maple Syrup Day
National Maple Syrup Day is celebrated on December 17th of each year. It is unknown why this date was chosen as maple syrup harvest season does not begin until late winter.
National Maple Syrup Day Dates
This year National Maple Syrup Day is celebrated on Sunday, Dec 17, 2023
Year
Date
Day
2023
Dec 17
Sunday
2024
Dec 17
Tuesday
2025
Dec 17
Wednesday
2026
Dec 17
Thursday
2027
Dec 17
Friday
2028
Dec 17
Sunday
How is National Maple Syrup Day Celebrated
You could celebrate National Maple Syrup Day by cooking a delicious maple-flavored dish or drinking a maple-flavored beverage.
You could also purchase maple-flavored items such as candies, breads, and even ice cream!
Finally, you could join in on local celebrations such as pancake races, pie baking contests, and more.
As with any holiday, National Maple Syrup Day can be celebrated however you please! Whether topping pancakes or using it in baked goods, the day is about enjoying pure maple syrup.
Why We Love National Maple Syrup Day
Maple syrup is a natural sweetener that is excellent for baking and cooking. It has a slightly bitter taste that can be accentuated or masked depending on the recipe.
Maple syrup can be used in countless recipes, from breakfast to dessert. It’s a great addition to oatmeal, pancakes, waffles, ice cream and more.
Families enjoy celebrating National Maple Syrup Day together by gathering around the stove to make something delicious featuring this unique sweetener.
National Maple Syrup Day Facts
There is no distinct history of when National Maple Syrup Day began but it has always taken place on December 17th no matter what day it falls on.
The day is celebrated in both the United States and Canada. This is because the United States was the top producer of maple syrup, with Vermont being the number one state producer. However, Canada surpassed the United States’ production levels and is the number one producer of maple syrup in the world.
Pure maple syrup is more desirable than maple-flavored syrups because it contains antioxidants and minerals such as zinc, magnesium, calcium, and potassium.
Conclusion
Maple syrup is not only a topping for breakfast foods but can also be used in cooking and baking. While making the syrup is extensive, National Maple Syrup Day was created to help spread awareness of the whole process and bring joy by savoring the delectable product. So next December 17th, be sure to break out the French toast and slather on a healthy dose of pure maple syrup.
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