Air fryer cheese scones

Absolutely! Making cheese scones in the air fryer is quick, easy, and gives you that fluffy-on-the-inside, golden-on-the-outside goodness without heating up your whole kitchen. 🧀✨

🧀 Air Fryer Cheese Scones

🕒 Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 10–12 mins

Makes: 6–8 scones

🧂 Ingredients:

• 2 cups (250g) self-rising flour
  (or use plain flour + 1 tbsp baking powder)

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder or paprika (optional, for flavor)

• 3 tablespoons cold butter, cubed

• 3/4 cup (75g–100g) grated sharp cheddar cheese

• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk, plus a bit extra for brushing

• Optional: pinch of black pepper or chives for a savory boost

🥣 Instructions:

1. Mix dry ingredients:
   In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and mustard powder/paprika (if using).

2. Rub in butter:
   Add cold, cubed butter and rub into the flour using your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

3. Add cheese:
   Stir in the grated cheese, saving a little for topping if you like.

4. Add milk:
   Pour in the milk gradually, mixing gently until a soft dough forms. Don’t overwork it.

5. Shape the dough:
   Turn out onto a lightly floured surface. Pat or roll to about 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick. Cut into rounds using a biscuit cutter or glass.

6. Preheat air fryer (if your model requires it):
   Set to 350°F (175°C).

7. Air fry:

   • Lightly grease or line the air fryer basket with parchment paper.

   • Place scones in a single layer, leaving a bit of space between them.

   • Brush tops with milk (and sprinkle more cheese if desired).

   • Air fry for 10–12 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.

8. Cool slightly & enjoy!
   Best served warm with butter — or even a bit of chutney or cream cheese.

🧊 Storage:

• Store in an airtight container for 2 days.

• Reheat in the air fryer at 300°F for 2–3 minutes.

🔄 Variations:

• Add chopped chives, jalapeños, or cooked bacon.

• Swap cheddar for Parmesan, Gouda, or a mix of cheeses.

• For a herby version, try adding thyme or rosemary.

Want a gluten-free, low-carb, or sweet version (like cranberry-orange)? Just say the word!