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Air Fryer Pretzel Bites Recipe

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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.

Ingredients

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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

  1. 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.
  2. Make baking soda bath: In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of hot water and 2 tablespoons of baking soda, whisking until fully dissolved.
  3. Prepare egg wash: In a shallow dish, whisk together 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon of milk until smooth.
  4. 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.
  5. Brush with egg wash and salt: Brush each softened pretzel bite with the prepared egg wash, then sprinkle generously with kosher salt to taste.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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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