Easy Air Fryer Pretzel Dogs are a fun and delicious twist on classic hot dogs, with a soft, salty pretzel coating. They’re quick to make in the air fryer and perfect for parties, snacks, or even dinner. Here’s a simple recipe:
Easy Air Fryer Pretzel Dogs
Ingredients:
8 hot dogs (regular or beef)
1 tube refrigerated pizza dough (or 1 lb homemade pretzel dough)
1/4 cup baking soda
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Coarse salt (for sprinkling)
Instructions:
Preheat Air Fryer:
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
Prepare the Dough:
Roll out the refrigerated pizza dough on a lightly floured surface.
Cut the dough into 8 strips (one for each hot dog).
Wrap the Hot Dogs:
Wrap each hot dog with a strip of dough, leaving no gaps. Pinch the ends of the dough to seal.
Boil the Baking Soda Water:
In a medium pot, bring about 4 cups of water to a boil.
Add the baking soda and stir. Once dissolved, turn off the heat.
Using a slotted spoon or tongs, dip each wrapped hot dog into the baking soda water for about 15-20 seconds, then place on a plate. This step helps give the dough its classic pretzel texture.
Brush and Season:
Once all the pretzel dogs have been dipped, brush them with the beaten egg.
Sprinkle coarse salt over the top.
Air Fry the Pretzel Dogs:
Place the pretzel dogs in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re not touching. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to do this in batches.
Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and fully cooked.
Serve:
Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving with mustard, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips:
Baking Soda Bath: This step is crucial to give the dough its traditional pretzel flavor and texture. Be sure to do it quickly to avoid soggy dough.
Dough: You can also use homemade pretzel dough if you prefer a more authentic pretzel taste, but pizza dough is a convenient and quick option.
Serving: Pretzel dogs are great as a snack, party appetizer, or an easy meal with a side of fries or salad.
These Easy Air Fryer Pretzel Dogs are a fun, crowd-pleasing snack with a crunchy, salty pretzel shell wrapped around juicy hot dogs!