Air Fryer Pretzel Bites Recipe
Introduction
Air fryer pretzel bites are a fun and easy snack that you can whip up in no time. Soft, chewy, and perfectly golden, these bite-sized treats are great for sharing or enjoying solo with your favorite dip.
Ingredients
- 13 ounces refrigerated pizza dough (such as Pillsbury)
- 2 cups hot water
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
- Kosher salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Step 1: Open the package of dough and cut it into 4 chunks. Roll each piece into a long snake about 1 inch in diameter, then cut into 1-inch pieces. You should have around 50 pieces of dough.
- Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the hot water and baking soda, whisking well until mixed.
- Step 3: In a shallow dish, whisk together the egg and milk until smooth to create the egg wash.
- Step 4: Using a slotted spoon, dunk each pretzel bite into the baking soda water, then transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to dry for about 30 seconds.
- Step 5: Brush each pretzel bite with the egg wash and sprinkle with kosher salt.
- Step 6: Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray and arrange the pretzel bites in a single even layer.
- Step 7: Air fry at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 7-8 minutes, or until the pretzel bites are golden brown and cooked through.
- Step 8: Serve warm with your favorite dip.
Tips & Variations
- For a buttery finish, brush the pretzel bites with melted butter right after air frying.
- Try sprinkling cinnamon sugar instead of kosher salt for a sweet variation.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake these bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 425°F for 12-15 minutes.
Storage
Store leftover pretzel bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm them in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes to regain crispness.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use homemade dough for pretzel bites?
Yes, homemade dough works great as long as it’s rolled out evenly and cut into bite-sized pieces.
What dipping sauces go well with pretzel bites?
Mustard, cheese sauce, ranch, or even a sweet glaze pair wonderfully with pretzel bites.
PrintAir Fryer Pretzel Bites Recipe
Deliciously soft and golden pretzel bites made quickly and easily in an air fryer. These homemade snacks feature a perfect chewy texture with a salty crust, ideal for dipping and sharing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 50 pretzel bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Dough
- 13 ounces refrigerated pizza dough (such as Pillsbury)
Boiling Solution
- 2 cups hot water
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
Egg Wash
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon milk
Toppings
- Kosher salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Open the package of refrigerated pizza dough and cut it into four equal chunks. Roll each chunk into a long snake about 1 inch in diameter, then cut into 1 inch pieces to yield approximately 50 pretzel bites.
- Make baking soda bath: In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of hot water and 2 tablespoons of baking soda, whisking until fully dissolved.
- Prepare egg wash: In a shallow dish, whisk together 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon of milk until smooth.
- Dunk pretzel bites: Using a slotted spoon, dunk each pretzel bite into the baking soda water bath, then transfer to a paper towel-lined baking sheet and let dry for about 30 seconds to set the coating.
- Brush with egg wash and salt: Brush each softened pretzel bite with the prepared egg wash, then sprinkle generously with kosher salt to taste.
- Prepare air fryer: Lightly spritz the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and arrange the pretzel bites evenly in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding.
- Air fry: Cook the pretzel bites at 350 degrees Fahrenheit in the air fryer for 7-8 minutes or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the air fryer and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce such as mustard or cheese dip.
Notes
- You can use gluten-free pizza dough if you prefer gluten-free pretzel bites.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle pretzel bites with garlic powder, cinnamon sugar, or parmesan cheese in place of kosher salt.
- Be careful not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and browning.
- These pretzel bites are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to regain crispness.
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