Warm, golden cheese scones fresh from the air fryer are hard to beat.

These Air Fryer Cheese Scones come out:

✔ Beautifully risen
✔ Crispy on the outside
✔ Soft and fluffy inside
✔ Packed with rich cheddar flavor
✔ Ready faster than oven-baked scones

Perfect for:

• Breakfast
• Brunch spreads
• Afternoon tea
• Alongside soup
• Savory snack cravings

If you’ve never made scones in an air fryer before… you are about to fall in love.

Why Make Cheese Scones in the Air Fryer?

Traditional oven scones require:

• Long preheat times
• 18–22 minutes baking
• Risk of uneven browning

The air fryer:

✔ Preheats quickly
✔ Cooks in 8–10 minutes
✔ Gives crisp edges
✔ Creates beautifully golden tops
✔ Uses less energy

And honestly? The texture is even better.

The circulating hot air creates that irresistible crisp shell while keeping the inside tender.

Full Ingredients List (Complete & Detailed)

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Yield: 8 medium scones

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional but recommended for depth)

Fat & Dairy

• ¼ cup (60g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1 cup (100g) sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional but enhances flavor)
• ¾ cup whole milk (or buttermilk for extra tenderness)

Optional Egg Wash

• 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon milk

Optional Add-Ins

• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• Pinch cayenne pepper for gentle heat

Step-By-Step Instructions

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Step 1: Prepare Dry Mixture

In large bowl whisk together:

• Flour
• Baking powder
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Garlic powder

Make sure evenly combined.

Step 2: Cut in Butter

Add cold cubed butter.

Using pastry cutter or fingertips, rub butter into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Small butter pieces create flaky texture.

Step 3: Add Cheese

Stir in:

• Grated cheddar
• Parmesan
• Optional herbs

Mix gently.

Step 4: Add Milk

Pour in milk gradually.

Mix just until dough comes together.

Do not overmix — this keeps scones fluffy.

Step 5: Shape Dough

Turn dough onto lightly floured surface.

Pat into 1-inch thick circle.

Cut into 8 wedges or use round cutter.

Step 6: Air Fry

Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Place scones in basket with space between.

Brush tops with egg wash.

Air fry 8–10 minutes until golden brown.

Internal temperature should reach 200°F.

Step 7: Cool & Serve

Cool 5 minutes before serving.

Serve warm with:

• Butter
• Extra cheese
• Soup
• Scrambled eggs

Texture & Flavor Profile

These scones are:

Crisp outside
Soft and fluffy inside
Savory and cheesy
Lightly buttery
Slightly flaky

They taste like a cross between:

A biscuit
A savory pastry
A bakery-style scone

But faster.

Nutritional Information (Per Scone)

Calories: 230
Fat: 14g
Protein: 8g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 380mg

Pro Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Cheese Scones

• Use cold butter — always
• Grate cheese fresh (pre-shredded has anti-caking agents)
• Do not overwork dough
• Leave space in air fryer basket
• Check at 8 minutes to avoid overbrowning

Flavor Variations

✔ Jalapeño cheddar
✔ Bacon & cheese
✔ Herb & garlic
✔ Smoked gouda
✔ Everything bagel seasoning topping

These are incredibly customizable.

Why These Scones Are Perfect for Entertaining

They’re:

Quick
Impressive
Easy to scale
Crowd pleasing

Serve them with:

Tomato soup
Pumpkin soup
Salads
Brunch boards

Guests always ask for the recipe.

Storage & Reheating

Room temperature: 2 days
Refrigerator: 5 days
Freeze: Up to 2 months

Reheat in air fryer for 2–3 minutes to restore crispness.

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