🧀 Air Fryer Cheese Scones
Description
These Air Fryer Cheese Scones are crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy inside, and packed with cheesy goodness. They’re quick, easy, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or serving with soup!
📋 Ingredients
For the Cheese Scones:
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (optional, for extra flavor)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional, for a savory touch)
- ½ cup (120g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese (or any cheese of choice)
- ½ cup (120ml) milk
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Add the cold butter and rub it into the flour mixture with your fingers or a pastry cutter until it looks like coarse crumbs.
- Mix in the shredded cheese.
- Slowly add milk and egg, stirring gently until a dough forms. Do not overmix.
2. Shape the Scones
- Lightly flour a surface and roll out the dough to ¾-inch (2 cm) thickness.
- Use a round cutter (or a glass) to cut out scones.
- Place them on a lined air fryer tray or basket, leaving some space between them.
3. Air Fry the Scones
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (180°C) for 3 minutes.
- Air fry the scones for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Let them cool slightly before serving.
📌 Notes & Tips
✔ Keep the butter cold – This ensures a flaky texture.
✔ Don’t overwork the dough – Handle it gently to keep the scones soft.
✔ Want extra cheesy scones? Add more shredded cheese on top before air frying.
✔ Brush with milk or egg wash before cooking for a golden finish.
🍽️ Servings & Nutritional Info (Per Scone – Approximate)
- Servings: 10-12 scones
- Calories: ~180 kcal
- Protein: ~6g
- Carbs: ~18g
- Fat: ~9g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Sodium: ~320mg
💪 Health Benefits
✔ Great source of protein – Thanks to cheese.
✔ Calcium-rich – Helps with bone health.
✔ Lower fat option – Air-fried instead of deep-fried.
✔ Perfect for meal prep & snacks!
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
❓ Can I make these without an air fryer?
✔ Yes! Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-18 minutes.
❓ What’s the best cheese to use?
✔ Cheddar, parmesan, or gouda work best, but you can use any cheese you like.
❓ Can I freeze these scones?
✔ Yes! Freeze them before baking and air fry them straight from frozen, adding 2-3 extra minutes.
❓ How do I make these gluten-free?
✔ Use gluten-free flour and add ½ teaspoon xanthan gum for structure.
Would you like any flavor variations or additions for this recipe? 😊