Here’s a simple and fluffy Air Fryer Scones recipe. Perfect for a quick breakfast or snack without using an oven.
🥐 Air Fryer Scones
⏱ Time
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Prep: 10 minutes
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Cook: 8–10 minutes
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Total: ~20 minutes
🍽 Servings
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6–8 scones
🛒 Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
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2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
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¼ cup (50 g) sugar
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
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½ cup (115 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
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¾ cup (180 ml) milk (or heavy cream for richer scones)
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Optional: ½ cup add-ins like chocolate chips, berries, or raisins
Optional Topping
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1 tablespoon milk or cream (for brushing)
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Sugar sprinkle
🔪 Directions
1. Mix Dry Ingredients
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In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. Cut in the Butter
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Add cold butter cubes.
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Use a pastry cutter, two forks, or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add Wet Ingredients
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Stir in milk and vanilla until a soft dough forms.
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Fold in any add-ins like chocolate chips or berries.
4. Shape the Scones
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Lightly flour your work surface and gently pat dough into a 1-inch thick circle.
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Cut into 6–8 wedges or use a round cutter.
5. Prepare for Air Frying
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Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.
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Place scones in the basket in a single layer, leaving space around them.
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Brush tops with milk or cream and sprinkle sugar if desired.
6. Air Fry
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Cook for 8–10 minutes, until golden brown and firm to the touch.
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Depending on air fryer size, you may need to cook in batches.
7. Serve
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Let cool for a few minutes.
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Serve warm with butter, jam, or clotted cream.
✅ Tips & Variations
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Fluffier scones: Don’t overmix the dough.
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Savory version: Skip sugar and add herbs, cheese, or bacon.
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Quick add-ins: Blueberries, chocolate chips, or dried cranberries.
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Extra crisp tops: Brush with egg wash instead of milk.