Easy Buttermilk Biscuits in the Air Fryer Recipe
Introduction
These easy buttermilk biscuits made in the air fryer come out light, flaky, and golden brown every time. With minimal effort and a quick cooking time, they’re perfect for a delicious breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup butter (softened, cubed, plus more for brushing on top)
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and baking soda.
- Step 2: Using a pastry cutter or large fork, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles a flaky crumble.
- Step 3: Stir in the buttermilk until the dough is moist. Transfer it to a floured surface and knead gently until smooth, avoiding overmixing.
- Step 4: Roll the dough out to about ¾ inch thickness.
- Step 5: Cut circles using a round cutter or a drinking glass.
- Step 6: Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper punched with holes to allow air flow.
- Step 7: Arrange the biscuits in a single layer without touching or overlapping, working in batches if needed.
- Step 8: Brush the tops with melted butter and cook at 350°F for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Step 9: Remove the biscuits from the air fryer and serve warm.
Tips & Variations
- For extra flaky layers, avoid overkneading the dough and handle it gently.
- Try adding a pinch of garlic powder or herbs like rosemary for a savory twist.
- Use cold butter for a flakier texture; cubing it small helps distribute it evenly.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, mix 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice and let it sit for 5 minutes as a substitute.
Storage
Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze them wrapped tightly for up to 2 months. To reheat, warm in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5–7 minutes or until heated through to maintain their crisp exterior.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I bake these biscuits in a regular oven?
Yes, you can bake them at 425°F for about 12-15 minutes until golden brown, but cooking times may vary slightly.
Why is the parchment paper punched with holes?
Holes allow hot air to circulate in the air fryer basket, ensuring even cooking and crispiness on the biscuit bottoms.
PrintEasy Buttermilk Biscuits in the Air Fryer Recipe
These easy buttermilk biscuits are fluffy, flaky, and come together quickly using an air fryer. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a delicious side, these biscuits require minimal ingredients and yield golden-brown, buttery treats with a tender crumb.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 biscuits 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
Wet Ingredients and Butter
- ½ cup butter, softened and cubed (plus more for brushing)
- 1 cup buttermilk
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, and baking soda until evenly mixed.
- Cut in butter: Using a pastry cutter or large fork, cut in the softened butter pieces until the mixture resembles flaky crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
- Add buttermilk and knead dough: Pour in the buttermilk and stir until the dough is just moistened. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently until smooth, avoiding overworking to keep the biscuits tender.
- Roll out and cut biscuits: Roll the dough out to about ¾ inch thickness and cut into circles using a biscuit cutter or drinking glass.
- Prepare air fryer basket: Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper that has holes cut for air circulation to prevent sticking.
- Arrange biscuits: Place the cut biscuits in a single layer in the basket, ensuring they do not touch or overlap to allow even cooking.
- Brush with butter and air fry: Brush melted butter on top of each biscuit, then cook in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes, until biscuits turn golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the biscuits from the air fryer and serve warm.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is cold but softened to create flakiness in the biscuit crumb.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure biscuits cook evenly and rise properly.
- Use parchment paper with holes to allow hot air circulation and prevent sticking.
- Watch the biscuits closely toward the end of cooking as air fryer times can vary by model.
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