Perfectly Cooked Air Fryer Frozen Soft Pretzels In 5 Minutes
This recipe for Air Fryer Frozen Pretzels turns a premade frozen soft pretzel into a snack that’s soft and pillowy on the inside and has a salty crunchy crust on the outside in 5 minutes or less using your air fryer or Ninja Foodi!
Our family loves a good soft pretzel, but we usually only enjoy them while out at a fair or special event because they taste delicious and are a bit more healthy than fried snacks. Making frozen soft pretzels in air fryer has changed that completely!
Can you air fry frozen pretzels? Yes! The air fryer is the BEST way to cook frozen pretzels hands down. This cooking method uses dry circulating heat to get a texture that keeps the pretzel soft and pillowy on the inside while developing a light crust on the outside.
You can purchase frozen soft pretzels in most grocery stores in the frozen section. We buy the big pretzel twists, but you can also purchase pretzel bites, stuffed pretzels, or even pretzel hot dogs. Popular brands include Super Pretzel or Auntie Anne’s. We love getting ours at Aldi during German week!
🥨Air Fryer Frozen Pretzels
- Easy Cleanup. You won’t need to get out a baking sheet to clean for this method. All you’ll need is the air fryer basket.
- Better texture. Dry heat means that the outside of the pretzels gets nice and crispy all the way around.
- Cooks faster. Unlike a traditional oven, soft pretzels air fry straight from frozen in 5 minutes or less!
🥣How To Air Fry Frozen Pretzels
1️⃣ Prepare the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 325F for 3-5 minutes.
2️⃣ Brush with water and salt: While the air fryer is preheating, brush the pretzels with water and sprinkle salt on top. This usually comes in the box of pretzels but you can also use your own coarse salt if desired or your favorite dried seasonings.
3️⃣ Air fry frozen soft pretzels: Place salted pretzels in a single layer at the bottom of the Ninja Foodi or air fryer basket and cook for 3-5 minutes. Check your pretzels at the 3-minute mark to see if they are golden brown. If not, continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from air fryer basket with tongs and serve hot with your favorite dips and sauces.
⌛ How Long To Air Fry Frozen Pretzels
How long to air fry frozen pretzels depends on how big and thick it is. These are general recommendations. The average soft pretzel needs about 3-5 minutes to cook at a temperature 325F. Always check regularly to ensure they don’t burn or overcook as every air fryer is different!
| Frozen Pretzel Type | Cook Time | Air Fryer Temp |
|---|---|---|
| Large Frozen Soft Pretzels | 3-5 minutes | 325°F |
| Frozen Soft Pretzel Rods or Sticks | 2-4 minutes | 325°F |
| Frozen Soft Pretzel Bites | 2-4 minutes | 325°F |
| Frozen Pretzel Dogs | 8-10 minutes | 375°F |
| Frozen Cheese Stuffed Pretzels | 8-10 minutes | 350°F |
🥦More Air Fryer Frozen Foods
- Air Fryer Frozen Breakfast Sausage Patties
- Air Fryer Frozen Meatballs
- Air Fryer Frozen Turkey Burgers
- Air Fryer Frozen Brussels Sprouts
- Air Fryer Frozen Broccoli
- Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Legs
- Air Fryer Frozen Tater Tots
- Air Fryer Frozen Burgers
Air Fryer Frozen Pretzels
Equipment
- air fryer or Ninja Foodi
Ingredients
- 2 Soft Pretzels frozen
- 2 tbsp Water
- 1 tbsp Kosher Salt
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 325F. This can take up to 3-5 minutes depending on your air fryer.
- While the air fryer is preheating, brush the pretzels with water and sprinkle salt on top. This usually comes in the box of pretzels but you can also use your own coarse salt if desired.
- Place salted pretzels in a single layer at the bottom of the Ninja Foodi or air fryer basket and cook for 3-5 minutes. Check your pretzels at the 3-minute mark to see if they are golden brown. If not, continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from air fryer basket with tongs and serve hot with your favorite dips and sauces.
Notes
| Frozen Pretzel Type | Cook Time | Air Fryer Temp |
|---|---|---|
| Large Frozen Soft Pretzels | 3-5 minutes | 325°F |
| Frozen Soft Pretzel Rods or Sticks | 2-4 minutes | 325°F |
| Frozen Soft Pretzel Bites | 2-4 minutes | 325°F |
| Frozen Pretzel Dogs | 8-10 minutes | 375°F |
| Frozen Cheese Stuffed Pretzels | 8-10 minutes | 350 |
