Air Fryer Cheese Scones

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Air Fryer Cheese Scones are fluffy & tasty with perfect texture. We can have them for brunch, breakfast, or snack. They are made with flour, baking powder, eggs, butter, cheddar cheese, milk, Dijon Mustard, and salt. They are very simple, and all of them are easily obtainable from the stores or might even be present in the home. Air Fryer Cheese Scones prepare quickly in only 22 minutes. They are perfect to satisfy snack cravings quickly. These scones contain a large amount of dairy products, so they are not safe for people with dairy allergies. Use the non-dairy components for this purpose. These scones store well without losing their texture & taste.

STATS:

  • Caloric count: 220 kcal
  • Prep time: Ten minutes
  • Cooking time: 12 minutes
  • Overall time: 22 minutes
  • Serving size: 1
  • Cuisine: British
  • Diet: Vegetarian
  • Course: Breakfast
  • Servings: 6

EQUIPMENT:

  • Vessel
  • Whisk
  • Spoon
  • Parchment paper

INGREDIENTS:

  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • 2 tbsp. cold butter
  • One tsp. baking powder
  • ½ cup cheddar cheese shreds
  • ⅓ cup milk
  • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1 egg
  • One cup flour

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHEESE:

  • Cheddar cheese is utilized to prepare these scones. It is a classic cheese to add to them, though you can also use the mozzarella or Gouda cheese for a light taste.

BUTTER:

  • Use the cold butter to create the flaky texture of these scones. Utilize coconut oil to make the non-dairy scones.

MILK:

  • We use full-fat milk to make the indulgent scones. Use the almond or oat milk instead to make them dairy-free.

BAKING POWDER:

  • Use the baking powder to make the fluffy scones. We have to use the fresh baking powder for the best results.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Heat the air fryer at 180°C.
  2. Take a mixing vessel and include salt, flour, and baking powder.
  3. Then mix the cold butter with the tips till it forms crumbs, then mix the cheddar cheese shreds.
  4. Include the milk and Dijon mustard & stir softly to form the soft dough.
  5. Sprinkle the flour on the shelf and put the dough in it.
  6. Now roll the dough into a one-inch-thick round disc.
  7. Make six slices with a knife or cut them with a cookie cutter for round scones.
  8. Now we apply the butter over these scones.
  9. Add the paper parchment to the basket and put it at a distance.
  10. Now air-fry these scones for 12 minutes at 180°C until golden.
  11. Cool the scones lightly and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

BREAKFAST:

  • Butter
  • Cream cheese
  • Eggs

BRUNCH:

  • Ham
  • Smoked salmon
  • Veggies

SNACK:

  • Hummus
  • Nut butter
  • Soup

SWEET:

  • Honey
  • Jam
  • Berries

SIDES:

  • Salad
  • Tomato soup
  • Chicken salad

TIPS:

  • Mix the cold butter to make the flaky texture of these scones.
  • Shape the scones and freeze them, and bake fresh for a nice flavor.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Place these scones in a tight vessel & stock them for 3 days.

FREEZER:

  • Add the raw or cooked scones in the vessel & freeze for 1 month.

FAQs:

Can I make these scones with the self-rising flour?

  • Yes, use the self-rising flour and skip the baking powder to make these cheese scones.

How to make the dairy-free scones?

  • Use the almond milk and plant butter to make the dairy-free cheese scones.

Will I utilize pre-shredded cheese to prepare them?

  • Yes, use the pre-shredded cheese to prepare these scones. It is more convenient and time-saving.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Caloric count: 220 kcal

Total carbs: 27 g

Net carbs: 25 g

Fiber: 2 g

Protein: 8 g

Fat: 10 g

Sodium: 300 mg

Calcium: 150 mg

Vitamin A: 250 µg

Serving: 1

Iron: 1.5 mg

Potassium: 150 mg

Serving size: 1