Don't get it twisted, these buns are the ultimate sandwich upgrade. Boiling the dough in baking soda water before air frying gives them that classic chewy pretzel exterior with a soft, pillowy middle. Worth the extra effort!
Quick Reference
Temp
350°F
Time
12 min
Flip?
No flip
Prep
25 min
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Prepare a simple yeast dough and let it rise until doubled.
Divide the dough and shape into smooth, round buns.
Boil a pot of water with baking soda, and drop each bun in for 30 seconds per side.
Remove with a slotted spoon, score the tops with an 'X', and sprinkle with coarse salt.
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.
Place buns on a parchment liner in the basket, spacing them out.
Cook for 10-12 minutes until deeply browned and glossy.