Brazil Nut Free Air Fryer Pretzel Bites
Soft, chewy, and golden-brown with a satisfying salty crust, these air fryer pretzel bites are the kind of snack that disappears the moment you set them on the table. The secret to that classic pretzel chew and deep mahogany color is a quick dip in a baking soda bath before they ever hit the air fryer — it's a simple step that makes a huge difference. A brush of beaten egg right before cooking gives each bite that glossy, bakery-style finish you'd expect from a much more complicated recipe. The ingredient list is refreshingly straightforward: flour, yeast, butter, salt, and a few pantry staples you likely already have on hand, with zero exotic additions to second-guess. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns at snack time, these are a genuinely safe and satisfying option — no ambiguous packaged ingredients, just a clean homemade dough you control from start to finish. Dipped in yellow mustard, they hit that perfect balance of salty, tangy, and warm that makes it nearly impossible to stop at just a few.
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6 servings
For the dough
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°f / 43°c)
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 standard packet)
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 tsp fine salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
For the baking soda bath
- 6 cups water
- ⅓ cup baking soda
For finishing
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1–2 tbsp coarse pretzel salt or flaky sea salt
For serving
- ½ cup yellow mustard (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar in a large bowl and let stand for 5–7 minutes, until the surface is foamy and the mixture smells yeasty.
- 2
Add the flour, fine salt, and melted butter to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 4–5 minutes, until the dough is smooth, slightly tacky, and springs back when poked. Return to the bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and rest for 10 minutes.
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