Spice Free Air Fryer Pretzel Bites
Chewy on the inside, deeply golden on the outside, and finished with a satisfying crunch of coarse salt — these little bites are the kind of snack that disappears fast. The ingredient list is refreshingly straightforward: flour, yeast, butter, egg, and salt, with no hidden seasonings or spice blends to second-guess. That makes them a genuinely easy pick for anyone keeping a close eye on what goes into their food, since every component is right there in plain sight. The baking soda bath is the secret to that signature pretzel chew and dark, glossy crust — it's a classic technique that does all the heavy lifting before the air fryer even turns on. Speaking of which, the air fryer delivers that deep mahogany color and firm exterior in under ten minutes per batch, no oven required. A side of yellow mustard keeps the dipping sauce just as clean and simple as the bites themselves. These are the kind of crowd-pleasing snacks you'll want to make on repeat.
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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)
Can be omittedyellow mustard
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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