Air Fryer Biscuits are the best way to make fluffy, golden brown biscuits – a great side dish for any meal! These easy biscuits save you time and effort, making them great for busy weeknight dinners.
This easy recipe for Air Fryer Biscuits uses just a few simple ingredients and is perfect for those busy days when you want a homemade touch without spending hours in the kitchen!
Whether you’re using a Ninja Foodi, a Ninja air fryer, Cosori TurboBlaze Air Fryer or any other air fryer model, you'll get consistent, reliable results every single time. The hot air of the air fryer circulates evenly around the biscuits, giving them a crispy exterior while keeping the inside soft and fluffy.
Enjoy them with a little butter or jelly for breakfast, or serve them with my Instant Pot Sausage Gravy or white gravy for a comforting meal.
Homemade Air Fryer Biscuits make an easy side dish for holiday meals, potlucks, or casual get-togethers. And making homemade biscuits is easier than you think. Trust me. This is a recipe I taught my boys when they were young.
If you love a good biscuit, check out my recipes for Red Lobster Biscuits in Air Fryer, Grandma's Homemade Fluffy Biscuits, Easy Bisquick Sour Cream Biscuits, Delicious Drop Biscuits with Cheese, and Delicious Instant Pot Chicken Pot Pie with Biscuits!
Ingredients Needed for Homemade Air Fryer Biscuits
- All Purpose Flour. The base of our biscuits, providing structure and texture.
- Baking Powder. Helps the biscuits rise and become fluffy.
- Cream of Tartar. Adds a subtle tangy flavor and helps with the leavening process.
- Granulated Sugar. Adds a touch of sweetness and helps with browning.
- Butter. Provides richness and flavor. Cold butter is best for flaky layers.
- Milk. Brings the dough together and adds moisture.
How to Make Perfect Biscuits in the Air Fryer
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: All-Purpose Flour, Sugar, Cream of Tartar, Baking Powder, and a pinch of Salt. Mix these dry ingredients together with a spoon until well combined.
- Use a cheese grater to grate the cold Butter into the flour mixture. This method ensures the Butter is evenly distributed, leading to flakier biscuits.
- Then use a pastry cutter or fork to mix the Butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the Milk. Stir with a large spoon until the dough starts to come together.
- Use your hands to incorporate all the flour, but be careful not to over-mix or knead the dough too much, as this can make the biscuits tough.
- Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about ½ inch thick.
- Use a round biscuit cutter to cut out circles of dough. Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket lined with parchment paper.
- Air fry at 370 degrees F for 6-7 minutes of cook time, flipping the biscuits halfway through to ensure even baking. They are done when they are golden brown on both sides.
FAQs
Yes, you can air fry premade frozen biscuits, such as Pillsbury Grands biscuits. Just increase the cooking time by a couple of minutes.
Both basket and oven style air fryers work well, but cooking times may vary slightly.
Storage & Freezing
Storage: Once cooled, store any leftover biscuits in an airtight container or ziploc bag at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the Air Fryer at 350 degrees F for a minute before serving.
Freezing: Biscuits can be stored in a sealed container and frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat directly in the Air Fryer at 350 degrees F for 2-3 minutes.
Substitutions & Variations
- You can use unsalted butter instead of salted butter for more control over the saltiness. Alternatively, try using margarine or a plant-based butter substitute for a dairy-free option.
- Any type of milk will work, including almond milk or oat milk for a non-dairy version.
- Substitute whole wheat flour for a nuttier flavor and added fiber.
- Transform this recipe into Homemade Buttermilk Biscuits by using buttermilk instead of regular milk for a tangy flavor and extra tenderness.
- Experiment with using a flavored butter like garlic or herb butter for a different taste.
Pro Tips
- Cold butter is essential for creating flaky layers in your biscuits. Grate the butter or cut it into small pieces before mixing it into the dry ingredients.
- Overmixing the dough can make the biscuits tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined, and handle the dough as little as possible.
- Preheat your air fryer for a couple of minutes before adding the biscuits. This ensures they start cooking immediately, leading to a better rise.
- Flipping the biscuits halfway through the cooking time ensures they bake evenly and get golden brown on both sides.
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Air Fryer Biscuits
Ingredients
- 1 cup All Purpose Flour - 120g
- 1 ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Cream of Tartar
- 2 teaspoon Granulated Sugar
- ¼ cup Butter
- ⅓ cup Milk
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: All-Purpose Flour, Sugar, Cream of Tartar, Baking Powder, and a pinch of Salt. Mix these dry ingredients together with a spoon until well combined. 1 cup All Purpose Flour, 2 teaspoon Granulated Sugar, ¼ teaspoon Cream of Tartar, 1 ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
- Use a cheese grater to grate the cold Butter into the flour mixture. This method ensures the Butter is evenly distributed, leading to flakier biscuits. ¼ cup Butter
- Then use a pastry cutter or fork to mix the Butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Make a well in the center of the mixture and pour in the Milk. Stir with a large spoon until the dough starts to come together. ⅓ cup Milk
- Use your hands to incorporate all the flour, but be careful not to over-mix or knead the dough too much, as this can make the biscuits tough.
- Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about ½ inch thick.
- Use a round biscuit cutter to cut out circles of dough. Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket lined with parchment paper.
- Air fry at 370°F for 6-7 minutes, flipping the biscuits halfway through to ensure even baking. They are done when they are golden brown on both sides.
Notes
Storage
- Store: Once cooled, store any leftover biscuits in an airtight container or ziploc bag at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the Air Fryer at 350 degrees F for a minute before serving.
- Freeze: Biscuits can be stored in a sealed container and frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat directly in the Air Fryer at 350 degrees F for 2-3 minutes.
Nutrition Disclaimer
All nutrition values are approximate and calculated by a plugin and are provided as a courtesy. Adding or subtracting ingredients will change the nutritional value.
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