Indulge in the delightful taste of British scones with this easy air fryer recipe, perfect for a classic cream tea. Whether you prefer plain, fruity, or savory cheese scones, this basic recipe provides a foundation for experimenting with various flavors, like blueberries, chives, and more. Traditionally, scones are baked in an oven, but this BBC Good Food recipe utilizes an air fryer, offering a convenient and efficient way to enjoy these treats in a hurry.
The recipe promises fluffy results, achieved in just 18 minutes. Simply combine self-raising flour, baking powder, butter, sugar, and vanilla extract, then mix in buttermilk or milk until a soft dough forms. Shape the dough into rounds and bake in the air fryer until golden brown and risen.
Serve the warm scones immediately, or store them in an airtight container for up to three days.
Here’s what you’ll need:
Ingredients:
* 175g self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting
* Half tsp baking powder
* 50g butter, cut into small cubes
* Two tbsp caster sugar
* Half tsp vanilla extract
* 90ml buttermilk or milk
* Milk, to glaze
* Jam and clotted cream, to serve
Instructions:
1. Preheat your air fryer to 180°C.
2. Combine the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Rub in the butter with your fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Alternatively, use a food processor for quicker blending.
3. Add the sugar and mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the vanilla extract and buttermilk or milk. Gradually add this mixture to the flour mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
5. Dust a clean work surface with flour and place the dough on it. Shape it into a ball and flatten it to about 4-5cm thick.
6. Use a 5cm round cutter to cut out the scones. You may need to reshape the dough after cutting out a few scones.
7. Transfer the scones to the air fryer basket, spacing them out slightly.
8. Brush each scone lightly with milk.
9. Bake for 14-18 minutes, or until golden brown and risen.
10. Serve the scones warm with your favorite jam and clotted cream. Enjoy your homemade cream tea!
Tips:
* For extra flavor, add a handful of dried fruit, chopped nuts, or herbs to the dough.
* To prevent the scones from sticking to the air fryer basket, use a silicone liner or spray the basket with cooking spray.
* If your air fryer doesn’t have a preheat function, heat it for a few minutes before adding the scones.
Enjoy your delicious and effortlessly made air fryer scones, perfect for any occasion.
