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" (, sodium hydroxide solution (NaOH) or sodium carbonate solution (Na2CO3)) and sprinkled with coarse salt. During baking, a Maillard reaction then gives the pretzel its brown color and distinctive flavor. In Bavaria, it is eaten in a Weißwurst breakfast.

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

There are different types of pretzels, like chocolate pretzels.

References

 Other websites 

 Sturgis Pretzel House: Pretzel History 
 German Brezel History
 Video Clips of Pretzel
 History at Snyders of Hanover 

Category:Snack foods
Category:German food