Arrow Created with Sketch. Back to The Recipes Air Fryer Keto Pretzel Bites Low Carb Snacks and Apps np_email_663301_000000 Created with Sketch. pinterest Created with Sketch. Twitter Created with Sketch. Facebook Created with Sketch. - shares Star Created with Sketch. Star Created with Sketch. Star Created with Sketch. Star Created with Sketch. Star Created with Sketch. 5/5 - 73 Ratings PRINT Prep Time 20 minutes Cook Time 6 minutes Serving Yield 32 pretzel bites These pretzel bites are made with fathead dough, a staple recipe in the keto community that consists of coconut flour, egg, and mozzarella. The low carb, nut-free dough takes just five minutes in the air fryer (or a few minutes longer if you're using an oven) to transform into a soft, chewy, salty, craveable appetizer or snack ready to be dunked in creamy mustard dip. By: All Day I Dream About Food Ingredients For the pretzel bites: 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon coconut flour, divided 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum 6 ounces shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (see notes) 1 large Pete and Gerry’s Organic Egg, lightly whisked 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted Coarse salt, for topping For the dipping sauce: 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard Nutritional Information Check out the nutritional information for these pretzel bites here. Directions To make the pretzel bites: Step 1 In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of the coconut flour with the baking powder, garlic powder, and xanthan gum. Step 2 Place mozzarella in a large microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high in 30-second increments until well melted and easy to stir. Step 3 Add the flour mixture to the heated mozzarella, then add the egg. Using a silicone spatula, work the flour and egg into the cheese, kneading the dough up against the side of the bowl. Step 4 Dust a work surface with the remaining tablespoon of coconut flour. Turn the dough out onto the work surface and knead with your hands until cohesive. If the dough is still very sticky, dust lightly with more coconut flour until it no longer sticks to your hands. Step 5 Divide the dough into 4 even portions and roll each portion out into an 8-inch log. Cut each log into 8 pieces. Step 6 Spray the rack of an air fryer with avocado or coconut oil spray (or brush lightly with the oil of your choice). Place the pretzel bites on the rack with some space in between each one, then brush with the melted butter. Sprinkle with coarse or pretzel salt and press lightly to help it adhere to the dough. Step 7 Air fry pretzel bites at 350F for 5 to 6 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. To make the dipping sauce: Step 1 In a small bowl, stir the mayonnaise and mustard together until smooth. Serve with the pretzel bites. Farm Team Tips: Fathead dough is a simple combination of ingredients, but can be tricky to make, especially if it's your first time. It helps to measure and prepare your dry ingredients before melting the mozzarella, as this will allow you to begin kneading the dough while the cheese is still very warm and malleable. The cheese you use can make or break this keto fathead dough recipe. For best results, choose a pre-shredded, low moisture, part-skim mozzarella. If at any point your dough becomes difficult to work with, pop it back into the microwave for 5 to 10 seconds, and it should become malleable again. Make sure the pretzel bites aren't touching each other in the air fryer basket, as they will expand slightly during cooking. Work in batches if need be; just keep your eye on them because every air fryer is different! To make these pretzel bites in the oven, set a baking rack over a baking sheet and spray the rack with nonstick cooking spray. If you have a convection oven, use that setting on 350F. If your oven does not have convection, set the temperature to 375F. Watch your pretzel bites carefully when baking, and rotate your pan at the halfway mark to ensure even browning. Depending on your oven, the pretzel bites may take anywhere from 7-12 minute to bake. Rate this Recipe Share this Recipe How much did you enjoy this recipe? How much did you enjoy this recipe? Rate it from 1-5 to let us know! x Page 1 Copy 3 Created with Sketch. 1 Page 1 Copy 3 Created with Sketch. 2 Page 1 Copy 3 Created with Sketch. 3 Page 1 Copy 3 Created with Sketch. 4 Page 1 Copy 3 Created with Sketch. 5 Submit COMMENTS Submit * Required RESPONSES Tree May 19, 2021 I’m curious if these could be frozen after they’re made. Would be a great thing to have on hand to defrost and warm up when wanting a quick snack. Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] May 19, 2021 We aren't sure how they would be after thawing, but we'd love to hear what you find out! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Anne March 27, 2021 Two things I did different, I added 2 tablespoons of cream cheese to the mozzerella and I used 1 tsp xatham gum because I like the texture. It worked! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] May 19, 2021 We're glad this worked for you! Sounds like a great alteration! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Nancy Allgood December 30, 2020 Keto Pretzel Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Tracee December 10, 2020 After they are done, I toss them in melted butter, then parmesan cheese... These are delicious! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply Deneé@peteandgerrys December 10, 2020 That sounds divine, Tracee! Thanks for sharing your delicious tips with us 😋 Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Becky Farrow December 08, 2020 I love pretzels but thought I couldn't have them.I am anxious to try this recipe. Thanks So Much. Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] December 09, 2020 It's your lucky day then! We hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we do. Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. AnnaMarie Cooper December 01, 2020 Air fryer pretzel bites Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] December 02, 2020 And pretty delicious ones, at that. We hope you enjoy! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Milena September 26, 2020 Amazing 👍 thank you for recipe ♥️👏 Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] September 28, 2020 We can't wait to hear what you think! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Stephahie September 26, 2020 Pretzel Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Debbie September 23, 2020 Can you use a different cheese then mozzarella? I'm not a fan of the taste of things made with it. Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] September 23, 2020 Hi Debbie- We haven't tried making these with any other type of cheese but would recommend, if you do, to keep in mind that you will want a low moisture cheese that is similar in fat to a mozzarella. This will help prevent your dough from becoming too greasy or unworkable. Also note that other cheeses may present an even stronger cheese flavor. Eager to hear if you put this to the test and how they come out for you! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Tammy Underwood September 21, 2020 Do you have the nutritional information for this recipe? Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] September 21, 2020 Hi Tammy, nutritional information can be found on the creators website by clicking the link found below the ingredient list. We hope you enjoy! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply Marilyn April 08, 2021 What is the nutritional info for "Keto Cranberry Bites"? Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply Marco April 08, 2021 Hi Marilyn, You can find our Keto Cranberry Bites' nutritional info on the original creator's website. Link here: https://alldayidreamaboutfood.com/keto-cranberry-brie-bites/?utm_source=peteandgerrys&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=peteandgerrys Just copy and paste the URL into your browser and scroll to the bottom. We hope you enjoy it! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Shelly August 25, 2020 Yum Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] August 26, 2020 Hey Shelly, We are so glad you enjoyed this recipe. Thanks for choosing small family farms! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Jeannie Wise August 24, 2020 Pretzels Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 2 Replies Kim September 27, 2020 Can you use almond flour instead ? Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] September 28, 2020 Hi Kim, we wouldn't recommend using almond flour for this recipe, as the author has tested it and the texture of the dough didn't come out right. You could certainly give it a try if you would like to though, you'll just need to use 3x the amount of flour. Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. [email protected] August 26, 2020 Hey Jeannie, We love all things pretzels too! Thanks for choosing small family farms! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Dorothy August 09, 2020 Great the first time, using a low cookie cooling rack on parchment lined cookie sheet in convection oven. I use food gloves and knead in bowl, nothing sticks to hands Also, another thickening agent I found is Glucomannan from Konjac Root I bought in Health a food store. One capsule, powdered, opens to approximately 1/4 teaspoon This was first found ingredient in Keto Rhubarb Crisp recipe from alldayidreamaboutfood.com Great for making gravy from beef broth too. Thanks Dorothy Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 2 Replies Claire September 30, 2020 Thanks for the tip! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. [email protected] August 10, 2020 Thanks for the feedback, Dorothy! We're so glad you enjoyed this recipe. Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. diana August 09, 2020 try this pretzel bite recipe Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Jodi August 09, 2020 Do these taste coconutty? I’m not a fan of coconut flavored things 😞 Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] August 10, 2020 Hi Jodi, we don't think so. The garlic powder and cheese does a great job overpowering any coconut flavor from the flour. Can't wait to hear if you give these a try! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. KellyAnn Kwiatek August 06, 2020 What if I don't have xanthan gum? Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] August 07, 2020 Hi KellyAnn, our friends over at King Arthur Baking guar gum as a close substitute that you can use in a 1:1 ratio for xanthan gum. If you don't have either, there are some resources online that mention gelatin, psyllium husk, or ground flaxseed as other alternatives, however you'd want to look up the proper ratio for whichever you choose to use. Essentially, all of these ingredients act as thickening agents that help bind the dough together. Hope this helps and that you enjoy this recipe! Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. Carol Harlan August 06, 2020 Can you recommend a good air fryer? There are so many out there and reviews are all over the place. Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch. 1 Reply [email protected] August 06, 2020 Hi Carol, that's a wonderful question. We don't have a favorite ourselves but the creator of this recipe has a Cuisinart combo Air Fryer and Convection Oven it sounds like she has had great luck with thus far. You may want to check it out and compare to some of the others you've read reviews on. Reply Page 1 Created with Sketch.
