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Air Fryer Pretzel Bites

June 27, 2022
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Air fryer pretzel bites are an amazing snack for your next family event. When served with cheddar cheese sauce, pretzels are super soft, chewy, and delicious. A delicious snack that you can make at home using an air fryer.

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Pretzel Bites are a perfect snack whenever you go to fairs or malls. Pretzel bites are one of the snacks you can’t skip as they are pretty comfortable snacks. You can just grab some and have them while enjoying the fair. And I usually like to make air fryer pretzel bites whenever I’m making some homemade air fryer soft pretzels.

Baking in an air fryer is super easy and convenient. If you love baking, be sure to check, the air fryer banana muffins and air fryer cupcakes.

How to make air fryer pretzel bites?

Making these chewy and soft pretzels bites is simple, easy, and quick.

Ingredients for air fryer pretzel bites:

Air Fryer Pretzel Bites Recipe

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon dry yeast
  • 1 cup of warm water

Egg Wash:

  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon water

Soda Bath

  • 10 cups water
  • ⅔ cup baking soda

Instructions for air fryer pretzel bites

  1. Warm water, salt, and sugar should be combined in a large mixing bowl. Stir them together until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved. After that, stir in the dry yeast and set aside for 5 minutes.air fryer frozen soft pretzel bites
  2. Now combine the yeast solution with the melted butter and all-purpose flour. Stir them together with a spoon or a dough whisk until the ball forms.
  3. homemade air fryer pretzel bites
  4. Transfer the dough to a working surface and knead until smooth. If the dough is too sticky, add 1 tablespoon of flour at a time and knead the dough until it forms a soft ball.
  5. Place the pretzel dough in a well-greased bowl and cover with a lid or plastic wrap. Allow the dough to rest for an hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  6. pretzel bites in air fryer
  7. Lightly flour the working surface, place the dough and divide into 6-7 equal pieces.
  8. Roll each dough into a long rope shape and cut them into 1-inch pieces.air fryer pretzel bites easy
  9. Take a large pot add 10 cups of water and add baking soda into the water and bring to a boil.
  10. Drop 9-10 pretzel bites at a time into the boiling water for 15-20 seconds.
  11. Remove the pretzel bites from the soda bath and place them on a plate.
  12. Prepare the egg wash. Mix the egg yolk and one tablespoon of water until combined.
  13. Brush the tops of the pretzel bites with the egg wash and then sprinkle with sugar.air fry frozen pretzel bites
  14. Preheat the air fryer to 200C/400F for 2-3 minutes.
  15. Place the pretzel bites into the air fryer basket in a single layer, do not overcrowd the basket.best air fryer pretzel bites
  16. Cook the pretzel bites at 200C/400F for 5-6 minutes or until lightly brown on top.
  17. Remove the air fryer pretzel bites and serve them with cheese sauce.

You can find the air fryer pretzel bites recipe in the printable card below

How to shape homemade soft pretzels bites?

Shaping the pretzels bites is super easy. Here’s how you shape your pretzels bites:

  • Sprinkle some flour on your work surface and take a portion of dough. Start rolling the dough with your palm into a rope-like shape.
  • Once the dough is long enough approximately 15-inches, cut them into small bite-size about 1-inches.

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Can you make frozen pretzel bites in an air fryer?

Of course, you can make air fryer pretzel bites from frozen. You just need to open the package and place them in the air fryer and they get ready in no time.

How long do you put pretzel bites in an air fryer?

Every air fryer works differently depending on its brand. In my air fryer, the total cook time for air fryer pretzel bites was 5-6 minutes. Check them occasionally during the cooking process and adjust the cooking time accordingly.

Tips for making the perfect soft pretzel bites in an air fryer

  • Don’t skip the preheating process before making any type of food in an air fryer.
  • Knead the pretzel dough until it is no longer sticky, but do not overwork it. Excessive kneading causes them to lose their softness.
  • For an evenly cooked result, try to make the pretzels the same size and shape.
  • The egg wash really helps the pretzels to get that dark golden brown color.
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket for the best result.

Our other easy baking recipe you’ll love:

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Dipping sauce ideas for pretzel bites

You can serve these air fryer pretzel bites with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy. Here are some of the dip ideas you can try.

  • Mustard Pretzel Dip
  • Mustard Dip
  • Beer Cheese Dip
  • Cheddar Pretzel Dip
  • Creamy Bacon Ranch Dip
  • Blackberry Honey Mustard

Can you freeze leftover soft pretzels bites?

Yes, you can freeze the leftover air fryer soft pretzels in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Alternatively, you can store the leftover pretzels in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They keep for 4-5 days.

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How to reheat pretzels bites in an air fryer?

Reheat pretzel bites in air fryer at 200C/400F for 2-3 minutes or until warm.

Here are some of the frequently asked questions:

Why do pretzel bites need a baking soda bath?

The soda bath actually helps to keep the pretzels’ texture. It makes an important contribution to the pretzel’s signature chewy crust.

What makes a soft pretzel different from bread?

Soft pretzels differ from bread in that they are dipped in baking soda before baking, which results in the pretzel’s signature chewy crust.

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Can I bake soft pretzel bites with biscuit dough?

Yes, you can use Pillsbury to make air fryer pretzel bites. In fact, this is the best idea as you don’t have to go through all the processes.

Can I make this recipe without an air fryer?

Of course, air fryer pretzel bites can be made without an air fryer. Make them in the oven by following the steps outlined above. If you want to use an oven, use our air fryer calculator to convert the time and temperature.

If you like the air fryer pretzel bites recipe, look what else you can air fry:

  • Air fryer banana bread

If you’ve tried this recipe, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below.

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Easy Air Fryer Pretzel Bites - TopAirFryerRecipes

Air fryer pretzel bites are an amazing snack when served with cheddar cheese sauce, pretzels are super soft, chewy, and delicious.
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Prep Time 1 hr
Cook Time 6 mins
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Calories 447 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

Ingredients for air fryer pretzel bites:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon dry yeast
  • 1 cup of warm water

Egg Wash:

  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon water

Soda Bath:

  • 10 cups water
  • ⅔ cup baking soda

Instructions
 

  • Warm water, salt, and sugar should be combined in a large mixing bowl. Stir them together until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved. After that, stir in the dry yeast and set aside for 5 minutes.
    air fryer frozen soft pretzel bites
  • Now combine the yeast solution with the melted butter and all-purpose flour. Stir them together with a spoon or a dough whisk until the ball forms.
    homemade air fryer pretzel bites
  • Transfer the dough to a working surface and knead until smooth. If the dough is too sticky, add 1 tablespoon of flour at a time and knead the dough until it forms a soft ball.
  • Place the pretzel dough in a well-greased bowl and cover with a lid or plastic wrap. Allow the dough to rest for an hour, or until it has doubled in size.
    pretzel bites in air fryer
  • Lightly flour the working surface, place the dough and divide into 6-7 equal pieces.
  • Roll each dough into a long rope shape and cut them into 1-inch pieces.
    air fryer pretzel bites easy
  • Take a large pot add 10 cups of water and add baking soda into the water and bring to a boil.
  • Drop 9-10 pretzel bites at a time into the boiling water for 15-20 seconds.
  • Remove the pretzel bites from the soda bath and place them on a plate.
  • Prepare the egg wash. Mix the egg yolk and one tablespoon of water until combined.
  • Brush the tops of the pretzel bites with the egg wash and then sprinkle with sugar.
    air fry frozen pretzel bites
  • Preheat the air fryer to 200C/400F for 2-3 minutes.
  • Place the pretzel bites into the air fryer basket in a single layer, do not overcrowd the basket.
    best air fryer pretzel bites
  • Cook the pretzel bites at 200C/400F for 5-6 minutes or until lightly brown on top.
  • Remove the air fryer pretzel bites and serve them with cheese sauce.
    air fryer cinnamon pretzel bites

Notes

Nutrition amount per serving:
Calories- 447 kcal | Total Fat- 2g | Saturated Fat- 1g | Trans Fat- 0g | Unsaturated Fat- 2g | Protein- 13g | Carbohydrates- 83g | Cholesterol-10mg | Sodium- 123mg | Sugar- 1g | Fiber- 3g |
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