Why pretzel shape

Per So Yummy , they were originally invented as a reward for young kids who learned their lessons. But the pretzel's shape was not meant to look like a knot, but rather arms in prayer. This may be why pretzels were originally called "bracellae," according to History. The publication also shares that, during the Middle Ages, pretzels started appearing in artwork where they came to symbolize good health and prosperity.

But regardless of why the pretzel is shaped the way it is, it is a delicious snack that can be enjoyed during Lent — or any other time of the year! Pretzels are supposed to resemble hands in prayer Shutterstock.

Pretzel vendors also provided one of the first confirmed types of food delivery service, as they would go door to door selling their baked goods. Today, pretzels are most popular in American and in Germany, where they are featured at Oktoberfest. In America, besides covered in salt, hard pretzels commonly come dipped in chocolate or yoghurt, while soft pretzels are served with mustard or liquid cheese. Different flavours are available all over the world, featuring nuts, seeds, and glazes—a long way from the simple dough pretzels that were commonly served religious purposes so many years ago.

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Mini-Stuffed Pretzel Bites. Enjoy this article? Unger 21 Apr 1, Hi, I have always loved pretzels, but had no idea why they had that shape! I know now, it got its shape from an Italian monk to reward children for learning their prayers!! He folded strips of dough to resemble the crossed hands of children praying!! Since I'm Catholic I can eat them for lent!! I had no thought of immigrants bringing over pretzels to North America!! German and Swiss brought them over in the 19th century!

I would love to do that! I have a question. Why aren't people sure about the legend of the monk making the pretzels??

Thanks Wonderopolis! Wonderopolis Apr 1, I had no idea what the word pretzel meant. Now, I know. I think it was really cool that it was formed to show kids praying. It told me so much more information than I have ever heard or seen in my life about pretzels. Wonderopolis Oct 16, Wonderopolis May 19, Wonderopolis May 5, Hi, hayley!

Thanks for hanging out in Wonderopolis today and for commenting! Sydney Apr 28, Wonderopolis Apr 28, We agree, Syndey! That would be a great afternoon snack today! Pretzels are sour but delicious. You now what?

I am eating pretzels right now. Wonderopolis Apr 26, Hey wonderopolis. I love the soft kinds. They are to die for. Wonderopolis Apr 22, Clayton Apr 21, I love pretzels, they are really good with cheese. Wonderopolis Apr 21, I really enjoy this wonder! Most of the time, I just eat my pretzel instead of wondering about the features.

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