Here’s a quick, fluffy Air Fryer Cheese Scones recipe—golden outside, soft inside, and ready in minutes 🧀✨
🧀 Air Fryer Cheese Scones
Ingredients (Makes 6–8 scones)
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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1½ tsp baking powder
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¼ tsp salt
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3 tbsp cold butter, cubed
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¾ cup grated cheese (cheddar works best)
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½ cup milk
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1 tsp mustard (optional, for flavor)
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Optional: pinch of paprika or chives
Instructions
1️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
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In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
2️⃣ Cut in Butter
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Rub cold butter into flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3️⃣ Add Cheese
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Stir in grated cheese and optional seasonings.
4️⃣ Form Dough
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Add milk and mustard.
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Mix gently until just combined—don’t overwork.
5️⃣ Shape
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Turn dough onto a floured surface.
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Pat to about ¾-inch thickness.
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Cut into rounds or wedges.
6️⃣ Air Fry
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Preheat air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
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Place scones in basket (leave space).
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Air fry 8–10 minutes until risen and golden.
7️⃣ Serve
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Brush tops with butter.
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Serve warm with butter or soup.
⭐ Tips for Perfect Scones
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Use cold butter for fluffiness
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Don’t twist cutter—press straight down
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Air fry in batches if needed
Variations
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Cheese & Bacon
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Cheese & Jalapeño
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Garlic & Herb Cheese Scones
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Gluten-Free (use GF flour blend)
If you want, I can also share a 2-ingredient air fryer scone hack or a savory breakfast version 😊