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    How to cook Frozen Pretzels in Air Fryer

    Published: Feb 16, 2022 ยท Updated: Jun 21, 2024 by Tammilee ยท This post may contain affiliate links

    Easy Air Fry Frozen Pretzels! It is so easy to cook frozen pretzels in the air fryer. After being in the air fryer, they turn out hot and have a perfectly crisp crust.

    Air Fryer pretzels over three pretzels on a white plate

    Frozen Pretzels in Air Fryer

    Contents show
    Frozen Pretzels in Air Fryer
    Ingredients
    Equipment Needed
    How to cook Frozen Pretzels in Air Fryer
    Preparation and Storage
    Recipe Variations
    Tips for the Best Air Fryer Pretzels
    What to Serve with Air Fryer Pretzels
    When to Serve
    Great Recipe Collections
    Air Fryer Frozen Pretzels
    Ingredients
    Instructions
    Kitchen Tools
    Nutrition

    We love using the air fryer to make all the foods we want. You can't go wrong making frozen pretzels in the air fryer.

    These are some of my favorite afternoon snacks. I keep a package of pretzels in the freezer to easily make them for a quick and easy snack.

    I like that you can choose whether to coat them with salt. My husband loves them coated in salt, but I can only do a tiny amount.

    You can even customize these with other flavors and seasonings. I love sprinkling a bit of dry ranch seasoning for additional flavor.

    You can also brush the pretzels with olive oil and sprinkle them with cinnamon sugar! HELLO YUM!

    I love that you don't have to heat up the oven to get a great crispy exterior and chewy insides.

    Super Pretzel box

    Ingredients

    Here is a quick overview of the simple ingredients for making epic Air Fryer Pretzels! The printable recipe card at the bottom of the post includes specific measurements and step-by-step instructions.

    • Frozen Soft Pretzels
    • Waterย 

    Optional Favorite Dipping Sauces - Cheese sauce, honey mustard, marinara, melted butter

    We used Frozen Super Pretzel but you can use any frozen pretzels from your favorite grocery stores.

    Equipment Needed

    • Air Fryer - We suggest getting an air fryer that is bigger than you think you will need. We found once we started using the air fryer, we ended up using it for more meals and larger meals.
    • Kitchen Tongs - We highly suggest getting a good pair of kitchen tongs to remove items from the air fryer and save your hands from getting burned.

     

    How to cook Frozen Pretzels in Air Fryer

    I've included complete instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, but here's a quick version.

    Frozen pretzels in an air fryer basket

    Remove the frozen pretzels from the packaging and lightly brush them with water before placing them in the air fryer basket.ย 

    Add water and sprinkle the frozen pretzels with the coarse salt from the package. If you don't add the water, the salt will fall off.

    Cook for 3-4 minutes until heated to the desired temperature. You want to cook frozen soft pretzels until they are heated through and golden brown.

    Use tongs to remove the pretzels from the air fryer basket so you don't burn your hands.

    Preparation and Storage

    Make Ahead:

    We do not preheat the air fryer before making this recipe.

    Do not thaw the pretzels before cooking them in the air fryer. Doing so will change the temperature and length of time they cook.

    Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container and enjoy them within 2-3 days.

    Freezing/How to Freeze:ย 

    We do not suggest refreezing leftover frozen pretzels. Too many temperature changes may make them unsafe to eat.

    How to Reheat:ย 

    We like using our air fryer to reheat leftover pretzels to warm, golden deliciousness.

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    Recipe Variations

    Substitutions:

    When making this how-to guide, we used SuperPretzel Original, but you can use any brand of whole soft-baked pretzels or pretzel pieces.

    Vegetarian + Vegan Option:ย 

    Soft-baked pretzels are vegetarian, but vegans should look for a vegan label to ensure their Air Fryer Pretzels are safe for a plant-based diet.

    Gluten-Free:ย 

    Look for a gluten-free label on your frozen soft-baked pretzels. We have seen many gluten-free frozen options for those with gluten sensitivities.

    Smaller Serving Size + Larger Group/More Servings:ย 

    Place the pretzels in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You want the hot air to be able to circulate them.

    We fit three soft-baked pretzels in our air fryer, and the cooking time was three minutes.

    Cooking time and the number of pretzels you can cook at once vary depending on your air fryer. Check the pretzels the first couple of times you make them.

    Alcohol-Free Option:ย 

    This recipe is alcohol-free, but for a yummy, boozy dipping sauce, check out our Guinness Beer Cheese Dip.

    Make It Spicy:ย 

    To spice up your Air Fryer Pretzel experience, season your pretzels in a spicy seasoning blend or pair them with a hot dipping sauce, like our Japanese Spicy Mayo or Boom Boom Sauce.

    Sugar-Free:ย 

    Nutritional information varies across brands, so check the label on your frozen pretzels and pair them with low-sugar or sugar-free dippers if this is a dietary concern.

    Cooked frozen pretzels in an air fryer basket

    Tips for the Best Air Fryer Pretzels

    • Place them in a single layer and leave space around the frozen pretzels so the hot air can easily circulate.
    • Cook time will vary depending on the pretzel brand and size. Make sure to check them the first time you make them.
    • Pretzel bites cook quickly, so watch them extra carefully.
    • This snack is one of our favorite vegetarian air fryer recipes.ย 

    What to Serve with Air Fryer Pretzels

    These Air-Fryer Pretzels require minimal preparation effort and would be fantastic for a movie night at home! Here are some menu planning suggestions.

    Sides: Caramel Popcorn, Red Hot Popcorn, Cheesy Bacon Potato Skins, 3 Ingredient Potato Chip Dip, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries, Candy Corn and Peanuts Snack Mix

    Main Dishes: Super Easy Lo Mein, Mummy Quesadillas, Mummy Hot Dogs, Buffalo Chicken Dip, Eggs in a Basket

    Desserts: R2D2 Mickey Cupcakes, Easy Minion Cupcakes, Grinch Bark, CrockPot Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread, Minion Rice Krispies Treats, Marvel Avengers Thor Cupcakes

    Drinks: Raspberry Lemonade Moscato Punch Cocktail, Halloween Candy Corn Cocktail, Kinky Bubbles Cocktail, Grinch Jello Shots, Incredible Hulk Drink, RumChata Hot Chocolate

    Three pretzels with salt on a white plate

    When to Serve

    • Snack time
    • Movie Night
    • Parties
    • Game Dayย 

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    Do you love recipes? Check out our copycat recipes, dessert recipes, and our CrockPot Recipes. We have a ton of easy air fryer recipes.

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    Air fried pretzels on a white plate by a cloth napkin

    Air fried pretzels with salt on a white plate

    Air Fryer Frozen Pretzels

    How to cook frozen pretzels in air fryer. Quick and easy way to air fry pretzels
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    Prep Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 194kcal
    Author: Tammilee Tips

    Ingredients

    • 1 frozen pretzel
    • Water

    Instructions

    • Brush frozen pretzels with water before placing them in the air fryer. Sprinkle with salt from the box once they are in the air fryer.
    • Air fry at 320 degrees for 3-4 minutes until cooked and heated through.
    • Remove with kitchen tongs and enjoy

    Kitchen Tools

    • Air Fryer
    • Kitchen Tongs

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Air Fryer Frozen Pretzels
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 194 Calories from Fat 18
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 2g3%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Cholesterol 2mg1%
    Sodium 463mg20%
    Potassium 51mg1%
    Carbohydrates 40g13%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 5g10%
    Calcium 13mg1%
    Iron 2mg11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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