Celebrate National Pancake Day!
By DB
@dgobucks226 (37621)
September 25, 2023 12:44pm CST
I really enjoy pancakes when I go to a diner. They are like comfort food to me. I even enjoy them for supper. How about you? And did you know they have a day to celebrate the pancake. The origins of this special day were initially known as "Lumberjack Day" in 2005. Now, September 26th is the official National Pancake Day! A day I can certainly get behind.
Pancakes date back more than 30,000 years. Most historians agree the first pancake-like dish, known as "Alita Dolcia" was made by Romans in the 1st century AD from milk, flour, egg, and spices. That just might make pancakes the oldest breakfast food in history!
Honey was poured over those early Roman pancakes, although I prefer syrup which we can thank the Indigenous tribes in America for making. When the colonial settlers arrived from Europe, they learned the tree taping techniques from the native tribes and produced their own syrup. You could say, just like peanut butter and jelly, this combo became "the" popular toping for pancakes. It was even said Ben Franklin and Thomas Jefferson were big fans of pancakes for breakfast. 
Of course, syrup is not the only topping which makes pancakes yummy. Fruit and whipped cream are a couple of items that have been added to make those "flapjacks" into a dessert like treat. Do you put any special topping on yours?
A competitor to pancakes popularity is the waffle, another favorite breakfast food found on menus at IHOP, Denny's, and other eateries who focus on breakfast items. Which do you prefer? Pancakes or waffles? I like both a lot but give waffles a nod due to their crispiness. Oh wait, I forgot about French Toast too, another breakfast treat. 
So, which one do you favor?
P.S.- Gee, I wonder if they have a National Waffle or French Toast Day too? 
Sources: National Day Calendar, Mental Floss, Easy Food
No photo 
but here is a way to make a "fluffy pancake!"
Of course, syrup is not the only topping which makes pancakes yummy. Fruit and whipped cream are a couple of items that have been added to make those "flapjacks" into a dessert like treat. Do you put any special topping on yours?
A competitor to pancakes popularity is the waffle, another favorite breakfast food found on menus at IHOP, Denny's, and other eateries who focus on breakfast items. Which do you prefer? Pancakes or waffles? I like both a lot but give waffles a nod due to their crispiness. Oh wait, I forgot about French Toast too, another breakfast treat. So, which one do you favor?
P.S.- Gee, I wonder if they have a National Waffle or French Toast Day too?
Sources: National Day Calendar, Mental Floss, Easy Food
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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26 Sep 23
Yes, instead of putting blueberries or strawberries on top, you can put them inside. More work but just as tasty.
Additional Fun Pancake Facts: Did you know...
-R. T. Davis Milling Company, which produced the first pancake mix in 1888, hired storyteller, cook, and missionary worker Nancy Green as a spokesman for their company. She became known as the Aunt Jemima character portrayed on their syrup and mix. The image has since fallen victim to woke politics.
-In the United States, southerners eat the most pancakes (accounting for 32.5% of the pancake consumption.)
-Pancakes have also been called Johnnycakes, griddle cakes or hotcakes.
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@AmbiePam (120708)
• United States
25 Sep 23
Of the choices you gave, I would go waffles. Pecan waffles are my favorite, and diners make the best ones, in my opinion. However, it has been a year and a half since I have had a pancake, and I can’t remember the last time I had a waffle.
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@RebeccasFarm (91297)
• United States
25 Sep 23
I am saying it ..even though they changed the name...Aunt Jemimah
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@RebeccasFarm (91297)
• United States
26 Sep 23
@dgobucks226 We are alike. We match DB..I won't and haven't bought it since. No way..
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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26 Sep 23
I kept an Aunt Jemimah syrup bottle as a souvenir OT, lol. I won't buy it anymore since they changed the name. Mrs. Butterworth's it is
You'll enjoy these pancake/syrup facts:
-R. T. Davis Milling Company, which produced the first pancake mix in 1888, hired storyteller, cook, and missionary worker Nancy Green as a spokesman for their company. She became known as the Aunt Jemima character portrayed on their syrup and mix. The image has since fallen victim to woke politics.
-According to the Oxford English Dictionary, “flat as a pancake”, has been a catchphrase since at least 1611.
- In Sweden you can order Blodplättar, which are pancakes made of pork blood.
You'll enjoy these pancake/syrup facts:
-R. T. Davis Milling Company, which produced the first pancake mix in 1888, hired storyteller, cook, and missionary worker Nancy Green as a spokesman for their company. She became known as the Aunt Jemima character portrayed on their syrup and mix. The image has since fallen victim to woke politics.
-According to the Oxford English Dictionary, “flat as a pancake”, has been a catchphrase since at least 1611.
- In Sweden you can order Blodplättar, which are pancakes made of pork blood.2 people like this
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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29 Sep 23
@RebeccasFarm Everything nostalgic seems to be racist to someone, geez...
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@LeaPea2417 (40029)
• Toccoa, Georgia
27 Sep 23
@dgobucks226 very interesting info.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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26 Sep 23
Good choice! They are very filling but actually contain less calories than waffles. I never walk away from eating pancakes still hungry, lol. They are both great for different reasons and I enjoy both.
Additional Fun Pancake Facts: Did you know...
-In the United States, southerners eat the most pancakes (accounting for 32.5% of the pancake consumption.)
-R. T. Davis Milling Company, which produced the first pancake mix in 1888, hired storyteller, cook, and missionary worker Nancy Green as a spokesman for their company. She became known as the Aunt Jemima character portrayed on their syrup and mix. The image has since fallen victim to woke politics.
-Pancakes have also been called Johnnycakes, griddle cakes or hotcakes.
2 people like this
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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30 Sep 23
@LeaPea2417 Thanks! Do you ever eat pancakes, waffles or French toast. If you do, any one your favorite?
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@JudyEv (382036)
• Rockingham, Australia
27 Sep 23
@dgobucks226 I bet they didn't toss that biggest pancake! We're having seafood crepes for dinner but perhaps crepes are a bit different to true pancakes.
We're having seafood crepes for dinner but perhaps crepes are a bit different to true pancakes.1 person likes this
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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30 Sep 23
@JudyEv No tossing but enough food to feed a small village Seafood crepes are delicious!
Crepes are the cousin to the pancake. And instead of piling goodies on top you put those yummy treats inside. 
Seafood crepes are delicious!
Crepes are the cousin to the pancake. And instead of piling goodies on top you put those yummy treats inside. 1 person likes this
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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26 Sep 23
I sometimes will put powdered sugar to sprinkle on them. I've often had pancakes for dinner. Very filling!
Additional Fun Pancake Facts: Did you know...
-According to the Oxford English Dictionary, “flat as a pancake”, has been a catchphrase since at least 1611.
- In Sweden you can order Blodplättar, which are pancakes made of pork blood.
-The world's biggest pancake measured 49+ feet in diameter and weighed 6,614 pounds.
2 people like this
@LindaOHio (222314)
• United States
25 Sep 23
I love pancakes with bacon or Spam, blueberry pancakes with blueberry syrup. I prefer them to waffles. Have a good week.
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@LindaOHio (222314)
• United States
27 Sep 23
@dgobucks226 Thanks for the trivia. I'd like to take a shot at that 49-foot pancake.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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30 Sep 23
@LindaOHio That would make some matrass I bet. Pancakes are so fluffy.
That would make some matrass I bet. Pancakes are so fluffy.1 person likes this
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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26 Sep 23
Oh yes, bacon doesn't just go with eggs! Blueberries are a healthy choice to add.
Additional Fun Pancake Facts: Did you know...
-Pancakes have also been called Johnnycakes, griddle cakes or hotcakes.
-In the United States, southerners eat the most pancakes (accounting for 32.5% of the pancake consumption.)
-The world's biggest pancake measured 49+ feet in diameter and weighed 6,614 pounds.
Blueberries are a healthy choice to add.
Additional Fun Pancake Facts: Did you know...
-Pancakes have also been called Johnnycakes, griddle cakes or hotcakes.
-In the United States, southerners eat the most pancakes (accounting for 32.5% of the pancake consumption.)
-The world's biggest pancake measured 49+ feet in diameter and weighed 6,614 pounds.2 people like this
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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28 Sep 23
Yes, they have left people satisfied for years!
Additional Fun Pancake Facts: Did you know...
-Pancakes have also been called Johnnycakes, griddle cakes or hotcakes.
-In the United States, southerners eat the most pancakes (accounting for 32.5% of the pancake consumption.)
1 person likes this
@LadyDuck (502409)
• Italy
27 Sep 23
@dgobucks226
We say flat as an ironing board in several European countries, where pancakes are not really well known.
Blodplättar is served in Finland, Estonia, Sweden and Norway, it is made of whipped blood, not pork, but typically reindeer blood.
I had Johnnycakes in the Caribbean and they were a totally different thing, they are made with corn and not wheat.
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@dgobucks226 (37621)
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26 Sep 23
Crepes are really good, yum!
Additional Fun Pancake Facts: Did you know...
-According to the Oxford English Dictionary, “flat as a pancake”, has been a catchphrase since at least 1611.
- In Sweden you can order Blodplättar, which are pancakes made of pork blood.
-Pancakes have also been called Johnnycakes, griddle cakes or hotcakes.
2 people like this
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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26 Sep 23
I understand being pre-diabetic requires some changes in the way you prepare and eat them. Using a sugar-free syrup is a must. Or perhaps even jelly/jam. Using fillings like cranberries, blueberries or strawberries can add healthier sugary flavors which can make eating them more enjoyable. Pancakes generally have less sugar in their batters than waffles.
Additional Fun Pancake Facts: Did you know...
-R. T. Davis Milling Company, which produced the first pancake mix in 1888, hired storyteller, cook, and missionary worker Nancy Green as a spokesman for their company. She became known as the Aunt Jemima character portrayed on their syrup and mix. The image has since fallen victim to woke politics.
-Pancakes have also been called Johnnycakes, griddle cakes or hotcakes.
-According to the Oxford English Dictionary, “flat as a pancake”, has been a catchphrase since at least 1611.
2 people like this
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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1 Oct 23
Oh, interesting toppings! I've heard applesauce makes a great alternative sweetener.
Yes, nothing like a filling pancake breakfast!
Yes, nothing like a filling pancake breakfast!1 person likes this
@dgobucks226 (37621)
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26 Sep 23
There is a day for just about anything isn't there! I enjoy celebrating the food ones the most! Who doesn't like food and eating.
Yes, cereal and oatmeal are my favorites during the week, and on weekends an omelet or pancakes/French toast.
Additional Fun Pancake Facts: Did you know...
-Pancakes have also been called Johnnycakes, griddle cakes or hotcakes.
-The world's biggest pancake measured 49+ feet in diameter and weighed 6,614 pounds.
- In Sweden you can order Blodplättar, which are pancakes made of pork blood.
Yes, cereal and oatmeal are my favorites during the week, and on weekends an omelet or pancakes/French toast.
Additional Fun Pancake Facts: Did you know...
-Pancakes have also been called Johnnycakes, griddle cakes or hotcakes.
-The world's biggest pancake measured 49+ feet in diameter and weighed 6,614 pounds.
- In Sweden you can order Blodplättar, which are pancakes made of pork blood.1 person likes this
