Air Fryer Pretzel Bites Recipe

Introduction

These Air Fryer Pretzel Bites are a quick and easy snack that delivers the perfect balance of soft and chewy with a golden crust. Made from simple ingredients and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, they’re ideal for sharing or enjoying on your own.

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

1. Step 1: Open the package of dough and cut into 4 chunks. Roll each piece into a long snake about 1 inch in diameter. Cut into 1 inch pieces. You’ll end up with around 50 pieces of dough.
2. Step 2: Add the hot water to a mixing bowl along with the baking soda and whisk well to combine.
3. Step 3: Add the egg and milk to a shallow dish and whisk until smooth.
4. Step 4: Use a slotted spoon to dunk each pretzel bite into the baking soda water and then transfer to a paper towel lined baking sheet to dry for about 30 seconds.
5. Step 5: Brush each pretzel bite with the egg wash and sprinkle with salt.
6. Step 6: Spritz the air fryer basket with nonstick spray and arrange the pretzel bites in an even layer.
7. Step 7: Air fry at 350 degrees for 7-8 minutes or until pretzel bites are golden brown and cooked through.
8. Step 8: Serve with your choice of dip.

Tips & Variations

• Use coarse sea salt instead of kosher salt for extra crunch and flavor.
• Try adding garlic powder or cinnamon sugar after brushing with egg wash for a tasty twist.
• If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake the bites at 450°F for 10–12 minutes on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

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 or oven at 350°F for 3–5 minutes to restore their crispness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make pretzel bites without refrigerated dough?

Yes, you can use homemade pretzel dough or other yeast dough recipes, but make sure to adjust the size and cooking time accordingly.

What dips go well with pretzel bites?

Cheese sauce, mustard, or even a sweet honey mustard dip all pair wonderfully with pretzel bites. Choose your favorite to enhance the snack.

Air Fryer Pretzel Bites Recipe

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• Author: Aiden
• Total Time: 23 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 50 pretzel bites 1x

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Description

These Air Fryer Pretzel Bites are soft, chewy, and perfectly golden brown, made quickly using refrigerated pizza dough and air frying for a healthier twist on a classic snack. Perfect for parties or a tasty treat paired with your favorite dip.

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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

Finishing

• Kosher salt, to taste

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough: Open the package of pizza dough and cut it into 4 equal chunks. Roll each chunk into a long snake about 1 inch in diameter. Then cut these snakes into 1-inch pieces, yielding approximately 50 pretzel bites total.
2. Make the Baking Soda Water: In a mixing bowl, combine the 2 cups of hot water with 2 tablespoons of baking soda and whisk thoroughly to dissolve the baking soda completely.
3. Prepare the Egg Wash: In a shallow dish, whisk together 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon of milk until smooth and uniform.
4. Dunk the Pretzel Bites: Using a slotted spoon, carefully dip each piece of dough into the baking soda water to give the pretzels their distinctive crust, then transfer them to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to dry for about 30 seconds.
5. Apply Egg Wash and Salt: Brush each pretzel bite generously with the egg wash mixture, then sprinkle with kosher salt to taste for that classic pretzel flavor.
6. Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spritz the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the pretzel bites in a single even layer without overcrowding for optimal cooking.
7. Air Fry: Cook the pretzel bites in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 7 to 8 minutes or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
8. Serve: Remove pretzel bites from the air fryer and serve warm with your choice of dipping sauces such as mustard, cheese dip, or marinara.

Notes

• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed to ensure even cooking.
• If you prefer softer pretzels, reduce the air frying time slightly.
• Optional: sprinkle with coarse sea salt or everything bagel seasoning for variation.
• These pretzel bites are best served fresh but can be reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to regain crispness.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 minutes
• Category: Snack
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: Air Fryer Pretzel Bites, soft pretzels, snack, party food, quick pretzels, baking soda pretzels, refrigerated pizza dough