National Egg McMuffin Day
National Egg McMuffin Day celebrates McDonald’s iconic breakfast sandwich that revolutionized fast-food breakfast. This beloved sandwich consists of a freshly cracked egg, Canadian bacon, and melted American cheese served on a toasted English muffin.
Quick Facts
- When is it?: March 2nd annually
- Tagged as: Food & Drink Holiday
- What’s the hashtag?: #NationalEggMcMuffinDay
- When was it founded?: 2020
- Who founded it?: McDonald’s Corporation
History
The Egg McMuffin was created in 1971 by Herb Peterson, a McDonald’s franchise owner in Santa Barbara, California. What started as an attempt to make Eggs Benedict evolved into the first-ever quick-service restaurant breakfast sandwich. The sandwich was initially served with a side of strawberry jam and cost just 63 cents.
Timeline
- 1971: First Egg McMuffin created in Santa Barbara
- 1972: Official nationwide launch at McDonald’s restaurants
- 1987: Selected locations begin offering all-day breakfast
- 2020: First National Egg McMuffin Day celebrated
Dates by Next Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Mar 2 | Sunday |
| 2026 | Mar 2 | Monday |
| 2027 | Mar 2 | Tuesday |
Observed
The day is celebrated with special promotions at McDonald’s restaurants, often including free Egg McMuffins through their mobile app during breakfast hours.
Fun Facts About Egg McMuffin
- Each sandwich uses a USDA Grade A egg cooked in a special ring mold
- The sandwich is credited with revolutionizing fast-food breakfast
- It accounts for a significant portion of McDonald’s breakfast sales
- The eggs are cooked in custom-made molds with eight rings
Quiz
- In what year was the Egg McMuffin invented?
- Who created the first Egg McMuffin?
- What was the original price?
(Answers: 1971, Herb Peterson, 63 cents)
FAQs
Q: Is the egg real?
A: Yes, each McMuffin uses a freshly cracked Grade A egg.
Q: What cheese is used?
A: American cheese is the standard cheese used.
Importance of Egg McMuffin Day
This day recognizes the sandwich that transformed breakfast dining habits and established McDonald’s as a breakfast destination, creating a new category in fast-food dining.
Related
- National Breakfast Day
- World Egg Day
- National Fast Food Day
- National Sandwich Day