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Celebrate the tradition of Bretzelsonndeg, or Pretzel Sunday, on the 19th of March by gifting a delicious pretzel to your sweetheart – we have the perfect recipe for you to impress your loved ones with a sweet homemade pretzel!
This year, the Luxembourgish tradition marking the halfway point to the Easter festivities is celebrated on the 19th of March. Traditionally, on the 4th Sunday of Lent men gift their sweetheart a pretzel as symbolic demonstration of their affection. If their love is reciprocated, they receive a chocolate egg in return on Easter Sunday.
Based on a danish pastry, this delightful Luxembourgish specialty comes in the shape of an eight and is most commonly topped with a fondant glaze and sliced almonds. The toppings and fillings can of course be changed according to personal preference, as for example with chocolate flakes or chopped pistachios.
We prepared this tasty recipe of a traditional ‘Mandelbrezel’ (almond pretzel) that allows everyone to participate in this fun cultural holiday and to demonstrate their devotion and appreciation for their loved ones.