These air fryer cheese scones are fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside, and they only take less than 10 minutes to make, including prep time. Serve them with some butter and jam for a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack.
After a long day of work, there is nothing better than coming home to a warm, delicious meal. However, sometimes the last thing I want to do is spend hours in the kitchen cooking. That’s where air-fried cheese scones come in. Whether I’m serving them for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, air-fried cheese scones are always a hit with my family. And cleanup is a breeze thanks to this mess-free recipe.
What are Cheese Scones?
Cheese scones are a type of quick bread that is made with flour, baking powder, butter, milk, and grated cheese. They originated in Scotland and are traditionally served with butter and jam. Cheese scones can also be enjoyed plain or with other toppings, such as bacon, jalapenos, or chives.
In other words, English Cheese Scone is the brother to the American breakfast biscuit. Both are quick breads made with flour, milk, and baking powder, and they can be either sweet or savory.
How to Make Cheese Scones
Making air-fried cheese scones is easy and only takes a few minutes.
Preheat – The first thing you need to do is preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 C) or oven to 400 degrees F.
Mix – In a large bowl, mix together 1 cup of flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of seasoning of choice, and garlic powder. I used Italian seasoning and Ranch seasoning blend. (Picture 2).
Cheese – Stir in 2 cups of grated cheddar cheese and then add ½ cup of milk. Add milk in small amounts at a time, to ensure the mix is not too watery. Mix everything together until it forms a soft dough. Be careful not to overmix the dough or your scones will be tough.
Knead – Next, on a lightly floured surface, knead the dough gently for 10-15 seconds. Then use a biscuit cutter (or a glass) to cut out round shapes from the dough. Or using your hands, form a patty of a shape you like, about ¾ inch thick. (picture 3).
Air fry – Place the rounds directly on the air fryer basket (or tray) ensuring they are not touching each other. Spritz each scone with oil spray (I use Ghee butter spray). Air fry for 3 minutes per side, or until they’re golden brown. (Picture 4). The machine I’m using is Cuisinart Air Fryer Oven.
The air fryer gives the scones a crispy exterior, while the cheese stays melty and gooey on the inside.
Bake in the oven – Place the rounds on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until they’re golden brown.
Serve warm with butter and jam (or your favorite toppings).
How to Store and Reheat Air Fryer Cheese Scones?
To store cheese scones, simply place them in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days. When ready to reheat, remove the scones from the container and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes, or until warmed through.
Reheat in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for 3-5 minutes, flipping halfway, or until warmed through.
To freeze uncooked cheese scones, place them on a baking sheet and freeze for two hours. Once they are frozen, transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container. When you are ready to bake the scones, take them out of the freezer and leave them to defrost for 30 minutes, then follow the steps in the recipe card.
Topping Variations for Cheese Scones
Cheese Scones can be enjoyed plain or topped with a variety of toppings, such as cheese, ham, bacon, or chives.
Cheese scones are traditionally made with cheddar cheese, but any type of cheese can be used. For a cheesy twist on the classic scone, try adding grated Parmesan cheese to the dough.
For a sweet and savory scone, top with crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese. Or, for a herbaceous scone, top with chopped chives and shredded Swiss cheese.
The possibilities are endless when it comes to topping variations for cheese scones. So feel free to experiment and find your favorite combination. I loved mine with bacon Jalapeno.
What to Serve Cheese Scones with?
When serving cheese scones, you can pair them with a variety of accompaniments. Butter and jam are classic toppings, but you can also try savory toppings such as bacon or chutney.
If you are serving cheese scones for breakfast, they can be accompanied by eggs and sausage. For a light lunch or dinner, you can serve them with soup, stew, or salad.
Cheese scones will also hold meats nicely. Make a bigger scone, split it in half, and serve it as a hamburger bun. DELISH!
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Air fryer cheese scones
These air fryer cheese scones are fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside, and they only take less than 10 minutes to make, including prep time. Serve them with some butter and jam for a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- Pinch of salt, or to taste
- 1/2 tsp seasoning of choice. I used garlic powder, italian seasoning and ranch seasoning blend.
- 2 Tbsp minced chives (optional)
- 2 TBS Bacon crumbles (optional)
Instructions
- The first thing you need to do is preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 C) or oven to 400 degrees F.
- Then, in a large bowl, mix together 1 cup of flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of seasoning of choice, and garlic powder. I used Italian seasoning and Ranch seasoning blend.
- Stir in 2 cups of grated cheddar cheese and then add ½ cup of milk. Add milk in small amounts at a time, to ensure the mix is not too watery. Mix everything together until it forms a soft dough. Be careful not to overmix the dough or your scones will be tough.
- Next, on a lightly floured surface, knead the dough gently for 10-15 seconds. Then use a biscuit cutter (or a glass) to cut out round shapes from the dough. Or using your hands, form a patty of a round shape you like, about ¾ inch thick.
- Air fry: Place the rounds directly on air fryer basket (or tray) ensuring they are not touching each other. Spritz each scone with oil spray. Air fry 3 minutes per side, or until they’re golden brown.
- The air fryer gives the scones a crispy exterior, while the cheese stays melty and gooey on the inside.
- Bake in the oven: Place the rounds on an ungreased baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until they're golden brown.
- Serve warm with butter and jam (or your favorite toppings). Enjoy!
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