Pretzel

A german pretzel.

A pretzel (French: Bretzel, Alsatian: bradchdal, German: Breze or Brezel) is a baked snack that originated in Germany. It is traditionally twisted into a unique knot-like shape. The pretzel dough is made from wheat flour and yeast. Before baking, it is dipped into "Natronlauge" (English: sodium lye, sodium hydroxide solution (NaOH) or sodium carbonate solution (Na₂CO₃)) and sprinkled with coarse salt. During baking, a Maillard reaction then gives the pretzel its characteristic brown color and distinctive flavor. In Bavaria, it is obligatory in a Weißwurst breakfast.

Because they are made mostly of wheat, pretzels can be problematic for people who have wheat allergy, coeliac disease, or wheat intolerances.

There are different types of pretzels, like chocolate pretzels.^[1]

Pretzel Media

Pretzel depicted at a banquet of Queen Esther and King Ahasuerus. 12th century Hortus deliciarum.
Christmas market in Strasbourg; mulled wine and pretzels sold
Traditional Weisswurst meal, served with sweet mustard and soft pretzels
Sweet pretzel with almonds
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A street vendor in Union Square, New York City selling pretzels
A miniature salted pretzel, shaped like a Christmas tree. Sold in England by Aldi in 2019.
The pretzel has been in use as an emblem of bakers, here with two lions, in Görlitz, Germany.