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10 Minute Fluffy Air Fryer Pretzel Bites

Enjoy soft, fluffy pretzel bites made quickly in the air fryer with simple ingredients and minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dough

  • 2 cups water (110°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

Toppings

  • Pretzel salt (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat water to 110°F, then whisk in yeast and set aside.
  • Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl, then add water-yeast mixture and stir into a thick dough.
  • Divide dough into 8 pieces, roll into ropes, and cut into 1-inch bites.
  • Spray air fryer basket with oil, place pretzel bites, brush with melted butter, and cook at 400°F for 7 minutes.
  • Remove, brush with remaining butter, sprinkle with pretzel salt, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with additional salt or toppings before serving.
Keyword air fryer, Pretzel, snack