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air fryer soft pretzels

Easy Fluffy Air Fryer Soft Pretzels

Soft, warm, and utterly addictive, these air fryer soft pretzels are perfect for game nights or just as a fabulous treat for yourself!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 pretzels
Calories 147 kcal

Equipment

  • Air-fryer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan (for the baking soda bath)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup warm water
  • 1 packet active dry yeast
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup baking soda for the bath
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter for brushing
  • Coarse sea salt for sprinkling

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy—this is your yeast awakening!
  • In a big mixing bowl, add the flour and salt. Slowly pour in the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms. Get ready to flex those kneading muscles!
  • Once kneaded, cover the bowl with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until it’s doubled in size.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
  • Roll the dough into long ropes (think snakes, but yummier!). Twist and shape them into pretzels.
  • In a saucepan, bring about 4 cups of water to a simmer and add the baking soda. Dip each pretzel for about 30 seconds, then place them on a baking sheet.
  • Transfer the pretzels to your air fryer basket, brush with melted butter, and sprinkle with coarse sea salt.
  • Cook in the air fryer for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and smelling heavenly.
  • Serve warm and dive into cheesy or mustardy dips. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can play around with toppings—everything from garlic powder to everything bagel seasoning can elevate your pretzel game!
  • These pretzels are best served fresh, but if they last longer than expected (good luck!), just pop them in the air fryer again for a quick reheat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pretzelCalories: 147kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 1341mgPotassium: 43mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 87IUVitamin C: 0.003mgCalcium: 7mgIron: 1mg
Keyword air fryer pretzels, easy snacks, soft pretzels recipe
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