Air Fryer Apple Cheddar Bacon Scones

Air Fryer Apple Cheddar Bacon Scones is a recipe for scones made in the air fryer. They’re great with a cup of coffee or as an appetizer when you have guests over. Since they’re baked, not fried, they’re healthier than traditional scones and will taste just as good! Cheddar cheese and apple combination makes these scones sweet enough to eat for dessert but savory enough to enjoy a brunch with friends!

Air Fryer Apple Cheddar Bacon Scones are amazing! This makes for a great breakfast or afternoon treat with the shredded cheese, diced bacon, and savory herbs.

I love a great scone, and the air fryer does a fantastic job of baking them up, perfectly cooked. The scones are tender and flaky, never dried out, and takes less time than a traditional oven.

This will soon be one of your breakfast treats, and I’m sure that you will love this with a great cup of coffee.

If you are looking for even more Air Fryer Scone Recipes, some of my favorites are: AIR FRYER GLAZED PUMPKIN SCONES, AIR FRYER ZUCCHINI BACON CHEDDAR SCONES, AIR FRYER CHERRY SCONES and AIR FRYER LEMON SCONES.

Easy Air Fryer Apple Cheddar Bacon Scones

Easy Air Fryer Apple Cheddar Bacon Scones are a savory delight that combines the sweetness of apples, the sharpness of cheddar cheese, and the smoky flavor of bacon in a tender, flaky scone.

This unique blend of flavors makes them an irresistible choice for breakfast, brunch, or as a hearty snack. Baked to perfection in the air fryer, these scones achieve a wonderfully crisp exterior while remaining soft and moist inside, offering a satisfying texture and taste that will please any palate.

Whether you want to impress guests or treat yourself, these scones are a surefire way to elevate your baking repertoire.

Ingredients In Air Fryer Apple Cheddar Bacon Scones

Dive into the delightful fusion of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors with Air Fryer Apple Cheddar Bacon Scones, a recipe that promises to tantalize your taste buds. This inventive take on traditional scones combines the best of breakfast flavors into a single, delicious pastry, perfect for those who love a touch of sweetness with their savory.

Remember the step-by-step directions and detailed ingredient list are below, in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, as well as the nutritional information.

• Granulated Sugar: Adds a subtle sweetness to the dough, balancing the savory notes of bacon and the sharpness of the cheddar.
• Cold Butter: Key to creating those flaky, buttery layers characteristic of a great scone.
• All-Purpose Flour: This is the foundational base that gives the scones their structure, ensuring they rise beautifully and maintain a tender crumb.
• Salt: Enhances the flavors of the scones, bringing out the sweetness of the apples and the savory depth of the bacon and cheese.
• Buttermilk: Adds moisture to the dough, helping to bind the dry ingredients together for a cohesive mixture.
• Sharp Cheddar Cheese: Offers a rich, tangy contrast to the sweetness of the apples, adding depth and a creamy texture.
• Apple: Introduces a subtle sweetness and moistness to the scones and a tender bite.
• Bacon: Provides a smoky, savory element that complements the sweet and tangy flavors in the scone.
• Egg: Binds the dough together.

How To Make Apple Cheddar Scones In Air Fryer

Making Apple Cheddar Bacon Scones in an air fryer combines the delightful flavors of sweet apples, sharp cheddar, and smoky bacon into a perfect, flaky scone. Here’s how to bring this savory treat to life:

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar. Mix well. Mix the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.

Slowly fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture. Then add in the buttermilk. Fold in the cheddar cheese, apples, and bacon, and mix well.

Spray your scone pan with cooking spray. Then, add the scone batter. Mix the egg and water in a small bowl, and then brush over the scones.

Set the scone pan into the air fryer for 12-15 minutes at 320 degrees F, air fryer setting.

Pro Tips For Air Fryer Fruit Scones

Crafting the perfect air fryer fruit scones can be an art and a delightful kitchen adventure. Here are some pro tips to help you make the most out of your fruit scone experience, ensuring they come out light, fluffy, and bursting with fruit flavor every time:

• Use Cold Ingredients: Start with cold butter and cold milk or cream. This ensures that the butter melts during baking rather than mixing, creating steam pockets contributing to a light and flaky texture.
• Gently Mix the Dough: Overworking the dough can develop gluten, making your scones tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined for the best texture.
• Drain the Fruit: If using canned or very juicy fruit, drain it well or pat it dry with paper towels. Excess moisture can make the dough too sticky and affect the baking time and texture of the scones.
• Flour Your Hands: When shaping your scones, lightly flour your hands if the dough is sticky. This will make it easier to handle the dough and shape it without adding too much extra flour to the dough itself.
• Don’t Overcrowd the Basket: Place scones in the air fryer basket with enough space between them for air to circulate freely. This might mean cooking in batches, but it ensures each scone cooks evenly and gets a nice, crispy exterior.
• Adjust Sweetness According to the Fruit: If your fruit is particularly sweet or tart, adjust the amount of sugar in the recipe accordingly. This helps balance the flavors and ensures the result isn’t too sweet or sour.
• Use Parchment Paper: A piece of parchment paper in the basket prevents sticking and makes it easier to remove the scones once they’re done, especially if they’re filled with sticky fruit.
• Egg Wash for Shine: Brush the tops of the scones with a bit of beaten egg or milk before baking. This gives them a lovely golden sheen and a slightly crispier top.
• Cool Before Glazing: If you plan to add a glaze to your fruit scones, let them cool first. Applying glaze to hot scones can cause them to melt and run off, making a mess rather than a beautiful finish.
• Experiment with Flavors: Don’t be afraid to experiment with different types of fruit and complementary spices. Blueberries, strawberries, peaches, or mixed berries offer delightful possibilities, each bringing a unique flavor to the scones.

Following these tips will help you master the art of making delicious, fruit-packed scones in your air fryer. You will achieve perfect results that will impress your family and friends.

Equipment Used

These are my two favorite scone mold pans.

• You can use this pan in an air fryer. Since it’s made of silicone, you can easily cut the molds out, which will fit any air fryer.
• This is an excellent scone pan. I have used it for years to make scones in my oven. It fits my air fryer oven and produces perfect scones.

More Easy Air Fryer Recipes

• AIR FRYER GLAZED PUMPKIN SCONES
• AIR FRYER ZUCCHINI BACON CHEDDAR SCONES
• EASY AIR FRYER CHERRY SCONES
• AIR FRYER LEMON SCONES
• AIR FRYER EASY, GINGERBREAD SCONES

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