Air Fryer Biscuits

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These air fryer biscuits are golden, crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside! They're made from scratch and cooked perfectly and quickly in the air fryer. It doesn't get much easier than this!

biscuits on a plate. — Homemade air fryer biscuits

Love air fryer recipes? Try my Air Fryer Pizza and my Air Fryer Oatmeal Creme Pies for more delicious air fryer recipes!

These air fryer biscuits are a great way to have fresh, hot biscuits in no time at all. There's no need to heat up your whole house baking biscuits when the air fryer can do all the work. These biscuits are made from scratch with only a handful of ingredients.

These light and fluffy biscuits are perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack!

biscuits in a basket. — Delicious air fryer biscuits from scratch

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Flaky and are the perfect breakfast or side dish.
This air fryer biscuit recipe doesn’t require you to heat up your entire house.
Air fryer biscuits turn out golden and flaky on the outside while remaining soft on the inside.
Completely made from scratch.
Made with only a few simple ingredients you probably already have on hand.

Ingredients You’ll Need

All-Purpose Flour - measure by spooning it into the measuring cup and level it with a knife.
Baking Powder - the leavening agent.
Granulated Sugar - makes the biscuits tender and lends to that crispy top layer.
Salt - very important so the biscuits don't turn out bland.
Butter - make sure the butter is cold.
Milk - I use whole milk, but use your favorite cold milk.
Buttermilk - reacts with the other leavening agents in the recipe to make the biscuit dough rise.
Cheese - optional, but adds delicious flavor.

How To Make This Recipe

six image process making air fryer biscuits. — Air fryer biscuits process

Step 1:

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt.

Step 2:

Shred butter with grater so it mixes nicely into mixture. Add in to the dry ingredients. Add milk and buttermilk, plus cheese if desired.

Step 3:

Roll out the dough onto a floured surface. Using your hands fold out into a rectangle and fold dough in half. Cut out the biscuits with a biscuit cutter. Brush melted butter on biscuits prior to cooking.

Step 4:

Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray. Place the cut out biscuits in a single layer in the basket, not overcrowding.

Step 5:

Bake at 390 degrees F for 9 minutes. et cool and enjoy these delicious flaky biscuits!

top view of biscuits in a basket. — The best air fryer biscuits

Recipe Tips & Variations

Make a double batch and freeze half.
Spray the basket with olive oil spray, or use a piece of parchment paper.
Don't crowd the basket or the biscuits will not cook evenly.
Make sure your ingredients are very cold!
Mix by hand and not a hand mixer.

Storing & Freezing

Storing: Store the biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Freezing: Place the cooled biscuits in an airtight container or zip top freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

Reheating: Thaw at room temperature and reheat in the air fryer at 350 degrees F for a few minutes.

FAQ

What are good biscuit topping ideas?

There are so many great toppings for biscuits, including, honey, butter, jams, jellies and cream cheese.

What should I serve with biscuits?

They are amazing served with traditional country white gravy, with scrambled eggs, with a side salad or smothered with fruit preserves!

Can I store unused biscuit dough?

Store the leftover dough in a zip top bag and use within a few days.

Yield: 8 Servings