Here’s a quick and easy Air Fryer Cheese Scones recipe 🧀🍞 — soft, cheesy, and golden without using the oven.
Ingredients (makes 6–8 scones)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper (optional)
- ½ cup cold butter, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- ¾ cup milk (plus a little extra for brushing)
- Optional: ½ tsp garlic powder or herbs for flavor
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cut in butter:
- Add cold butter cubes and rub with your fingers or use a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add cheese:
- Stir in shredded cheese and optional herbs or garlic powder.
- Add milk:
- Pour in milk gradually and mix until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
- Shape scones:
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently knead once or twice.
- Pat into a 1-inch thick circle and cut into wedges, or shape into small rounds.
- Preheat air fryer:
- Set to 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Air fry scones:
- Place scones in the basket (don’t overcrowd).
- Brush tops lightly with milk.
- Cook 10–12 minutes or until golden and cooked through.
- Serve:
- Enjoy warm, plain or with butter, jam, or extra cheese.
Tips
- Cold butter is key for fluffy scones.
- Use a mix of cheeses for more flavor (cheddar + parmesan works well).
- Air fryer times may vary by model — check around 8 minutes.
If you want, I can make a savory herb version, a sweet version with chocolate or berries, or a mini scone bite version perfect for snacks.