If you want warm, fluffy biscuits with perfectly golden tops, the air fryer is a surprisingly fantastic way to bake them. Air fryers circulate hot air quickly, helping biscuits rise beautifully while creating a lightly crisp exterior and soft, buttery interior. These Golden Biscuits in the Air Fryer are easy to make, require simple ingredients, and cook faster than traditional oven-baked biscuits.
They’re perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side for soups, stews, and family dinners.
Ingredients 🛒
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cubed
- ¾ cup cold buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing)
Step-by-Step Instructions 👩🍳
1. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine:
- Flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Sugar
- Salt
Whisk until evenly combined.
2. Cut in the Butter
Add the cold cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or fork to mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs. Small butter pieces create flaky biscuit layers.
3. Add the Buttermilk
Pour in the cold buttermilk and gently mix until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the biscuits tender.
4. Shape the Biscuits
Lightly flour a surface and roll or pat the dough to about 1-inch thickness.
Use a biscuit cutter or glass to cut out biscuits.
5. Preheat the Air Fryer
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.
6. Air Fry the Biscuits
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket.
- Place biscuits in the basket with a little space between them.
- Cook for 8–10 minutes until golden brown.
7. Finish with Butter
Brush the warm biscuits with melted butter for extra flavor and shine.
Serving Suggestions 🍽️
These biscuits are incredibly versatile. Try serving them with:
- Honey or maple syrup
- Butter and fruit jam
- Sausage gravy
- Scrambled eggs and bacon
- Chicken and gravy for a comfort meal
They also make delicious mini breakfast sandwiches.
Nutrition (Approximate per biscuit) 📊
- Calories: 180
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
✅ Pro Tip:
For extra flaky biscuits, place the shaped dough in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before air frying. Cold butter creates better layers and fluffier biscuits.