Pretzels, made of a simple mixture of water, flour and salt, were an ideal food to consume during Lent, when all types of meat, dairy and eggs were prohibited. ... By the 17th century, the interlocking loops of the pretzel had come to symbolize undying love as well.

Why are pretzels associated with Easter?

As time passed, pretzels became associated with both Lent and Easter. Pretzels were hidden on Easter morning just as eggs are hidden today, and are particularly associated with Lent, fasting, and prayers before Easter.

Why should Catholics eat pretzels and drink beer during Lent?

How are pretzels and Lent connected? As the story goes, the pretzel is in the shape of arms folded in prayer. Pretzels can be a wonderful way to teach children the value of prayer during Lent. Letting them come into the kitchen to help you make the pretzels can be a wonderful way to teach children the value of family.