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Air Fryer Pretzel Dogs Recipe

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Air Fryer Pretzel Dogs are a fun and delicious twist on the classic snack, combining soft, chewy pretzel dough wrapped around juicy hot dogs. Using the air fryer ensures a perfectly golden and crispy exterior with less oil, making it a quick and easy treat for parties or family snacks.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 3/4 cup warm water (110 to 115 degrees F)
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 2 1/4 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon butter (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Boiling Solution

  • 10 cups water
  • 2/3 cup baking soda

Topping and Filling

  • 10 hot dogs
  • 1 large egg yolk beaten with 1 tablespoon water
  • Pretzel salt or kosher salt (to taste)
  • Oil spray for air fryer basket

Instructions

  1. Activate Yeast: Combine the warm water and sugar in the mixing bowl, then sprinkle yeast on top. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foam appears, signaling active yeast.
  2. Make Dough: Add flour, melted butter, and kosher salt to the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed with a dough hook until combined, then knead at medium speed for 4-5 minutes until the dough is smooth and pulls away from the bowl edges. Add flour gradually if needed.
  3. Proof Dough: Remove the dough, place it in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 50 minutes or until it doubles in size.
  4. Prepare Boiling Solution: Bring 10 cups of water and baking soda to a rolling boil in a deep pot.
  5. Shape Dough: Divide dough into 10 equal portions, roll each into a 12-inch rope, then wrap each rope around a hot dog, leaving the ends exposed. Press to seal the dough ends.
  6. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for 5 minutes.
  7. Boil Pretzel Dogs: Boil pretzel dogs in the baking soda solution for 30 seconds each batch, only boiling as many as fit in the air fryer basket.
  8. Egg Wash and Salt: Remove boiled pretzel dogs with a slotted spoon, place on parchment paper, brush with egg yolk and water mixture, then sprinkle with pretzel or kosher salt.
  9. Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Spray the basket lightly with oil to prevent sticking and arrange pretzel dogs with space between them for proper air circulation.
  10. Air Fry: Cook pretzel dogs at 370°F (188°C) for 6-7 minutes until dark brown and crisp.
  11. Cool and Repeat: Transfer cooked pretzel dogs to a cooling rack for at least 5 minutes. Repeat boiling and air frying with remaining pretzel dogs.
  12. Serve: Serve the pretzel dogs warm for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • Ensure water temperature is between 110-115°F to properly activate the yeast without killing it.
  • Adding flour gradually helps achieve the perfect dough consistency and prevents it from becoming too dry.
  • Boiling the pretzel dogs in a baking soda solution is key to achieving the traditional pretzel crust.
  • Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to avoid sticking after boiling.
  • Spraying oil in the air fryer basket helps prevent the dough from sticking and ensures even browning.
  • Cooling pretzel dogs slightly before serving lets the crust firm up for the best texture.

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