Air Fryer Cheese Scones

Air fryer cheese scones are a quick and delicious treat that you can easily make at home. Here’s a simple recipe to guide you through the process:

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Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (180°C) for about 5 minutes.
Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, salt, black pepper, and mustard powder.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
- Stir in the grated cheddar cheese.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk and egg.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Shape the Scones:
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times until it comes together.
- Pat the dough into a circle about 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick.
- Use a round cutter or a glass to cut out scones from the dough. You should get about 6-8 scones depending on the size of your cutter.
Air Fry the Scones:
- Lightly brush the tops of the scones with a little milk.
- Place the scones in the air fryer basket, leaving some space between each one. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the scones are golden brown and cooked through.
Serve:
- Remove the scones from the air fryer and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
- Serve warm with butter or your favorite spread.

You can add other ingredients like chopped herbs, cooked bacon bits, or diced jalapeños for extra flavor.
Make sure not to overwork the dough to keep the scones light and fluffy.
If you don’t have self-raising flour, you can make your own by adding 2 teaspoons of baking powder to every cup of all-purpose flour.

Enjoy your air fryer cheese scones! They make a great snack or addition to any meal.