10 Minute Fluffy Air Fryer Pretzel Bites Recipe

Introduction

These 10 Minute Fluffy Air Fryer Pretzel Bites are the perfect quick snack for any pretzel lover. Soft on the inside with a golden crust, they’re easy to make and ready in minutes using your air fryer.

Ingredients

• 2 cups water (110 degrees F)
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2.4 teaspoons quick rise yeast
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon sugar (or honey)
• 4 tablespoons melted butter
• Pretzel salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat the water to about 110 degrees F, warm but not hot. Add the quick rise yeast and whisk until combined. Set aside to activate.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and sea salt.
3. Step 3: Pour the water-yeast mixture into the flour mixture. Stir until a dough forms. If too dry, add a little more water until the dough is thick but not sticky.
4. Step 4: Lightly flour a countertop and divide the dough into 8 equal pieces.
5. Step 5: Roll each piece into a rope, then slice each rope into 1-inch pretzel bites.
6. Step 6: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place the pretzel bites inside, spaced with room to expand, and brush with melted butter.
7. Step 7: Air fry at 400 degrees F for 7 minutes, or until the bites are lightly browned on top.
8. Step 8: Remove the pretzel bites and let cool slightly. Brush again with melted butter and sprinkle with pretzel salt if desired.
9. Step 9: Serve warm and enjoy your fluffy, homemade pretzel bites!

Tips & Variations

• For a sweeter twist, brush with cinnamon sugar instead of pretzel salt after baking.
• If you don’t have an air fryer, bake the bites on a parchment-lined tray at 425 degrees F for 10-12 minutes.
• Adding a bit of garlic powder or parmesan to the butter brush can create tasty variations.

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 for a few minutes to restore crispness. They are best enjoyed fresh but can also be frozen and reheated as needed.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use active dry yeast instead of quick rise yeast?

Yes, you can substitute active dry yeast, but allow the dough extra time to rise—about 5 to 10 minutes longer than with quick rise yeast.

Do pretzel bites need to be boiled before air frying?

This recipe skips the traditional boiling step, relying on the air fryer to create a golden crust. The result is fluffy pretzel bites with less prep time, making it perfect for a quick snack.

10 Minute Fluffy Air Fryer Pretzel Bites Recipe

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These 10 Minute Fluffy Air Fryer Pretzel Bites are a quick and delicious snack perfect for any pretzel lover. Made with simple ingredients and cooked effortlessly in an air fryer, these soft and golden bites are buttery on the outside and tender on the inside with a light sprinkling of pretzel salt for an authentic finish.

• Author: Rico
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 7 minutes
• Total Time: 17 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 64 pretzel bites (8 ropes x ~8 pieces each) 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

• 2 Cups water (110 degrees F)
• 4 Cups all purpose flour
• 2.4 Teaspoons quick rise yeast
• 1 Teaspoon sea salt
• 1 Tablespoon sugar or honey
• 4 Tablespoons melted butter
• Pretzel salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare Warm Water and Yeast: Add water heated to about 110 degrees F into a bowl, which is warm but not hot. Whisk in the quick rise yeast and set aside to activate.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar (or honey), and sea salt thoroughly.
3. Form the Dough: Pour the yeast-water mixture into the dry ingredients and stir to form a dough. Add an additional tablespoon of water if necessary, aiming for a thick but not sticky dough.
4. Divide and Roll Dough: Lightly flour a countertop and divide the dough evenly into 8 pieces. Roll each piece into a long rope.
5. Cut Pretzel Bites: Slice each rope into 1-inch pieces to form the pretzel bites.
6. Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking.
7. Arrange and Butter: Place the pretzel bites in the air fryer basket, spaced so they have room to expand. Brush the bites generously with melted butter.
8. Air Fry: Cook the pretzel bites at 400 degrees F for 7 minutes or until they are lightly browned on top.
9. Cool and Finish: Remove the pretzel bites from the air fryer and let them cool slightly on a plate.
10. Brush and Add Salt: Brush the bites once more with the remaining melted butter and sprinkle pretzel salt on top, if desired.
11. Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy your warm, fluffy pretzel bites fresh from the air fryer.

Notes

• Water temperature is important for yeast activation; it should be warm but not hot to avoid killing the yeast.
• You can substitute honey for sugar to add a subtle sweetness.
• Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow even cooking and browning.
• Use pretzel salt or coarse sea salt for the best texture and flavor on top.
• For extra flavor, you can add garlic powder or cinnamon sugar after baking instead of pretzel salt for a sweet variation.

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