Description
Warm, golden pretzels dusted with garlicky parmesan, these air fryer snacks are eggless, crunchy on the outside, and tender inside. Perfect for game nights, lunchboxes, or anytime you crave a cheesy, savory treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons instant dry yeast (or active dry yeast, proofed)
- 1 cup warm water (about 110°F)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 cups water (for baking soda dip)
- 2 tablespoons baking soda
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for sprinkling)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Combine flour, sugar, salt, yeast, and garlic powder in a large bowl. Stir to mix.
- Add warm water and olive oil. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Adjust with extra flour or water as needed.
- Knead dough for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface. Divide into 8 pieces. Roll each into an 18-inch rope and shape into pretzels.
- Bring water and baking soda to a gentle simmer in a small saucepan. Dip each pretzel for 10 seconds using a slotted spoon. Shake off excess water.
- Arrange pretzels in air fryer basket, leaving space between. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder.
- Air fry at 380°F for 7-9 minutes until golden and puffed. Work in batches if needed.
- While hot, brush pretzels with more olive oil and sprinkle with parmesan and parsley. Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For dairy-free, use nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan. For gluten-free, swap flour for a 1:1 gluten-free blend. Shape all pretzels while baking soda water heats. Use parchment in air fryer to prevent sticking. For crispier pretzels, add 1-2 minutes to air fry time. Pretzels can be baked in a regular oven at 400°F for 12-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pretzel
- Calories: 170
- Sodium: 330
- Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
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