Delicious, chewy, and perfectly salty, these Air Fryer Soft Pretzel Bites make for the perfect snack or game day treat. This easy-to-follow recipe will help you cook up a delightful batch of pretzel bites that everyone will love.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the warm water and yeast. Stir and let it sit for 5 minutes.
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Add the flour, sugar, and sea salt to the yeast mixture, and mix until mostly combined. Lightly flour your hands and knead the dough for 1 minute, forming it into a ball.
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Divide the dough into eighths.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough into ropes, and with a floured knife, cut them into 1-inch pieces.
BAKING SODA BATH
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In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and baking soda to a boil, then carefully drop 8-10 pretzel bites at a time into the boiling water. Boil for 30 seconds, and then remove them with a slotted spoon.
EGG WASH
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In a small bowl, whisk together the large egg and 1 tablespoon of water. Brush the egg wash onto the boiled pretzel bites.
AIR FRYING
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Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Lightly brush the air fryer basket with olive oil.
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Place the pretzel bites in the basket with enough space to expand. Cook for 6 minutes, or until they are lightly browned on top.
FINISHING TOUCHES
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Brush the hot pretzel bites with melted unsalted butter and sprinkle them with pretzel salt or coarse sea salt. Serve warm and enjoy!