Air Fryer Pretzel Dogs are so easy to make! Hot dogs wrapped in soft pretzel, topped with sesame seeds, makes a delicious meal, or after school snack. You are going to love making these pretzel dogs.
I make air fryer soft pretzels all the time. The recipe is really simple and fast too. So when a friend asked for pretzel dogs, I knew it would be amazing in the air fryer.
My soft pretzel recipe is really simple. I skip the baking soda bath to save time, and they come out golden brown, and melt in your mouth. So I use the same recipe for the pretzel dogs and soft pretzels.
You can also serve these with chili and cheese on the side and make them pretzel versions of chili cheese dogs.
What you need to make Pretzel Dogs in the Air Fryer
Besides an air fryer, to make this recipe, you only need a few common ingredients:
- hot dogs
- flour
- sugar
- salt
- dry yeast
- warm water
- melted butter
- egg wash
How to make Air Fryer Pretzel Dogs
This recipe is actually really easy! Prepare the air fryer basket by using air fryer parchment paper, or lightly coat the basket with olive oil.
To make the pretzel dough, begin by combining the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast, in a large mixing bowl. Then, pour in the warm water and melted butter. Stir together with a fork until the dough is flaky. Knead the dough until a dough ball forms.
Remove the smooth ball of dough and put on a lightly floured work surface, then use a pizza cutter or knife to cut into eight even pieces. Roll each piece of pretzel dough into a 12-14 inch rope. Wrap each hot dog with a piece of the dough ropes, and place in the air fryer basket or on a baking sheet if you have a tray air fryer.
Once the hot dogs are all wrapped, brush the tops of each uncooked pretzel dog with egg wash, and then sprinkle your favorite topping onto pretzels, like pretzel salt or sesame seeds. Finally, cook in the air fryer at 320 degrees Fahrenheit for 12-14 minutes, until they are golden. Serve as a meal, or just as a quick snack.
I use a Cosori 5.8 quart air fryer, but keep in mind, not all fryers are the same. Depending on the size and wattage, you may need to adjust the cooking time by 1-2 minutes. For more even cooking, do not over fill the basket. Work in batches, cooking 3-4 pretzels at a time.
FAQ's
What optional toppings can I put on pretzel dogs?
You can serve with cheese sauce, chili sauce, ketchup, mustard or brown mustard. The choice is really up to you. My favorite dipping sauce for pretzels is a creamy nacho cheese sauce.
Can I use other meat to make air fryer pretzel dogs?
You can wrap sausage, brats, or even flavored hot dogs, like Nathan's Famous Cheese Stuffed hot dogs!
Why do you cook the pretzels at such a low temperature?
Using a lower temperature helps even the cooking process for the pretzels and the hot dogs. If you cook them too hot, the hot dogs will be burned and the pretzel dough will not be cooked enough.
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Pretzel Dogs
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 pkg Hot Dogs
- 2 ¼ cups all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tsps salt
- 1 tablespoon dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter
Egg Wash
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
- To make the pretzel dough, begin by combining the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast, in a large mixing bowl. Then, pour in the warm water and melted butter.
- Stir together with a fork until the dough is flaky. Knead the dough until a dough ball forms.
- Remove the smooth ball of dough and put on a lightly floured work surface, then use a pizza cutter or knife to cut into eight even pieces.
- Roll each piece of pretzel dough into a 12-14 inch rope. Wrap each hot dog with a piece of the dough ropes, and place in the air fryer basket or on a baking sheet if you have a tray air fryer.
- Once the hot dogs are all wrapped, brush the tops of each uncooked pretzel dog with egg wash, and then sprinkle your favorite topping onto pretzels, like pretzel salt or sesame seeds.
- Cook in the air fryer at 320 degrees F for 12-14 minutes, until they are golden.
Nutrition
*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.
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I know who your friend is!???? I can't wait to make these.
They are SO good! There is something about the pretzel bread with the hot dog together that makes them perfect!