Air Fryer Scones

Equipment

• Mixing bowl
• Pastry cutter or fork
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Rolling pin or hands
• Biscuit cutter or knife
• Air fryer
• Parchment paper or air fryer liner

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup raisins, currants, or chocolate chips (optional)
• 1 tablespoon milk (for brushing tops)

Optional Toppings:

• Jam
• Clotted cream
• Powdered sugar
• Honey or maple syrup

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 2: Cut in the Butter

1. Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or fork to mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs. Small butter pieces are essential for flaky, tender scones.

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.

Step 4: Combine

1. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until a soft dough forms. If adding raisins or chocolate chips, fold them in now. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5: Shape the Dough

1. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Gently pat it into a circle about 1-inch thick. Cut into wedges or use a round cutter.

Step 6: Preheat the Air Fryer

1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.

Step 7: Air Fry

1. Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Place scones in a single layer, leaving room for expansion. Brush the tops with milk.
2. Cook for 8–10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 8: Cool & Serve

1. Let the scones cool slightly before serving with butter, jam, or cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 210 · Protein: 4g · Fat: 9g · Carbohydrates: 28g · Saturated Fat: 5g · Fiber: 1g · Sugar: 6g · Sodium: 180mg