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Delicious fluffy air fryer pretzel bites served with mustard dip

Fluffy Air Fryer Pretzel Bites


  • Author: Sarah Mendez
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 40 pretzel bites 1x

Description

These 10 Minute Fluffy Air Fryer Pretzel Bites are soft, golden, and deliciously addictive. Made with quick-rise yeast and cooked in the air fryer, they come together in no time — perfect for a quick snack, game day, or family treat.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups warm water (110°F)
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2.4 tsp quick-rise yeast
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar (or honey)
  • 4 tbsp melted butter
  • Pretzel salt (optional)

Optional Add-Ons:

  • Garlic powder
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Dried herbs (rosemary, thyme, etc.)

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 cups of water to 110°F — warm but not hot.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk yeast into the warm water and set aside for 1 minute until slightly bubbly.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
  4. Create a well in the flour mixture and pour in the yeast-water mixture. Mix until a dough forms, adding a splash more water if too dry.
  5. Lightly flour a countertop. Divide dough into 8 pieces, roll into ropes, and cut into 1-inch pretzel bites.
  6. Lightly spray air fryer basket with oil to prevent sticking.
  7. Brush pretzel bites with melted butter. Place in the basket, leaving space between pieces.
  8. Air fry at 400°F for 7 minutes, or until golden brown and fluffy.
  9. Remove, brush with more melted butter, and sprinkle with pretzel salt (if using). Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • If using active dry yeast instead of quick-rise, let the dough rise 30 minutes before shaping.
  • For gluten-free version, use a GF all-purpose blend with binding agents.
  • For a sweeter flavor, replace sugar with maple syrup.
  • Best enjoyed fresh, but can be reheated in the air fryer for 2–3 minutes.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Category: Snack, Appetizer
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5 bites
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

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