Air Fryer Cheddar Thyme Flaky Biscuits

These Air Fryer Cheddar Thyme Flaky Biscuits are golden, buttery, and packed with savory cheddar and aromatic thyme. Perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, they make a quick, flavorful addition to any meal.

These Air Fryer Cheddar Thyme Flaky Biscuits are the perfect blend of buttery, flaky layers with savory cheddar and fragrant thyme.

Quick and easy to make in the air fryer, they’re golden on the outside, tender on the inside, and a delicious addition to breakfast, brunch, or any meal that calls for a flavorful, homemade biscuit.

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

• Quick and Easy: Ready in minutes thanks to the air fryer.
• Buttery and Flaky: Perfectly layered texture with every bite.
• Savory Flavor: Cheddar cheese and thyme create a delicious, aromatic taste.
• Versatile: Great for breakfast, brunch, sides, or snacks.
• Minimal Cleanup: Air fryer method reduces dishes and oven use.

Ingredients Needed

• All-purpose flour: Provides structure and base for the flaky biscuits.
• Salt: Enhances flavor and balances the savory ingredients.
• Baking powder: Helps biscuits rise, creating light, fluffy layers.
• Granulated sugar: Adds slight sweetness to complement cheddar and thyme.
• Cream of tartar: Stabilizes and tenderizes the biscuit dough for flakiness.
• Unsalted butter: Adds richness and buttery flavor to the biscuits.
• Cream: Provides moisture and creates a tender, soft texture.
• Cheddar cheese, shredded: Adds savory, melty flavor inside the biscuits.
• Thyme, diced: Infuses aromatic, earthy flavor throughout the biscuit dough.

How To Make Air Fryer Cheddar Thyme Flaky Biscuits

Step One: In a large mixing bowl, add the flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, cream of tartar, and butter. Mix in the cream, cheddar cheese, and fresh thyme, and mix well.

Step Two: Use your hands to knead the dough until it’s easily formed into biscuit shapes. Set the biscuits into the air fryer, set air fryer temperature to 320 degrees F, and set cook time for 10-14 minutes.

Air Fryer Cheddar Thyme Flaky Biscuits Recipe Tips

• Use cold butter to achieve flaky, layered biscuits.
• Don’t overmix the dough to keep biscuits light and tender.
• Shred your own cheddar for better melting and flavor.
• Evenly distribute thyme to ensure consistent aromatic flavor in each biscuit.
• Preheat the air fryer for optimal browning and cooking.
• Check biscuits early as air fryer times may vary by model.
• Serve immediately for the best texture and warm, melty cheese.

Storing Instructions

Room Temperature: Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Refrigerator: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Freezer: Wrap individually in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer or oven before serving.

Reheating Tip: Warm in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore flakiness and melted cheese.

Air Fryer Cheddar Thyme Flaky Biscuits Recipe Faqs

Can I use store-bought biscuit dough? Yes! Store-bought dough works, but homemade dough gives flakier, richer results.

Can I use a different cheese? Absolutely. Cheddar is classic, but gouda, mozzarella, or a cheese blend works too.

How do I ensure the biscuits are flaky? Use cold butter and avoid overmixing the dough to maintain layers.

Can I make these biscuits ahead of time? Yes, prepare the dough in advance and bake just before serving.

Can I freeze these biscuits? Yes, freeze unbaked biscuits in a sealed container. Bake from frozen or thaw before air frying.

Can I omit the thyme? Yes, but thyme adds a fragrant, savory flavor that complements the cheddar beautifully.

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