Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones

Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones — I’m a gingerbread fanatic, and this is my favorite recipe for scones! The flavors of the gingerbread come through in every bite.

They are fluffy and moist, with just the right amount of sweetness. I hope you enjoy them as much as we do.

Try these gingerbread scones for a festive twist on a classic breakfast treat. Gingerbread is the perfect holiday flavor, and it works so well in this recipe with warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.

Try these gingerbread scones for a festive twist on a classic breakfast treat! Gingerbread is the perfect way to celebrate the upcoming holiday season!

Easy Gingerbread Scones

It’s that time of year again when gingerbread spice is in the air, and everyone starts craving it. This recipe is for gingerbread scones made with all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, eggs, butter (or margarine), molasses, and ground ginger. These scones are perfect for breakfast on cold mornings or as a snack during the holiday season. You can even make them into cookies!

But today’s recipe is not your typical holiday scone. These gingerbread scones are made with a lot of love and creativity! With the help of my air fryer, I made these delicious treats in about 20 minutes while doing all the other things on my to-do list!

Why You Will Love Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones

Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones are a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of gingerbread with the tender, flaky texture of scones, all made conveniently in an air fryer. Here are several reasons why you will love this recipe:

• Distinctive Flavor: The combination of ginger, cinnamon, molasses, and other spices in these scones offers a warm, rich flavor profile that’s reminiscent of traditional gingerbread, making them perfect for the holiday season or as a cozy treat any time of the year.
• Quick and Easy Preparation: Using an air fryer significantly reduces the cooking time compared to traditional oven baking, making these scones a quick and convenient option when craving something sweet and homemade.
• Crispy Exterior, Soft Interior: The air fryer creates a crisp outer layer while keeping the inside of the scones soft and tender, ensuring a delightful texture in every bite.
• Healthier Option: Air frying requires less fat than traditional frying methods, making these gingerbread scones a relatively healthier choice for those mindful about their intake of oils and fats.
• Perfect for Festive Occasions: The gingerbread flavor makes these scones an excellent choice for festive gatherings, holiday breakfasts, or a special treat alongside your favorite warm beverage.
• Customizable: You can easily adapt the recipe to include add-ins like nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips, or top them with a simple glaze or sprinkle of powdered sugar to suit your taste preferences.
• Comforting and Satisfying: The spicy, sweet flavors and the comforting texture of these scones make them incredibly satisfying, especially when served warm.
• Great for Gifting: Their unique flavor and charming appearance make air fryer gingerbread scones a great homemade gift option during the holiday or for special occasions.
• Minimal Cleanup: Air fryer cooking generally involves less mess than traditional baking, making cleaning easier and quicker.
• Enjoy Year-Round: While particularly delightful during the colder months, these gingerbread scones can be enjoyed year-round, bringing a hint of holiday cheer whenever you desire.

Overall, air fryer gingerbread scones are a wonderful blend of ease, convenience, and deliciousness, making them a must-try for scone aficionados and those new to baking with an air fryer.

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones

Embark on a delightful culinary journey with our Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones recipe, where the aromatic spices of gingerbread meet the tender crumb of classic scones. This perfect blend of ingredients creates a festive treat that’s not only irresistibly delicious but also a breeze to make in your air fryer.

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.

• All-Purpose Flour: The foundation of the scones, all-purpose flour provides the essential structure and ensures a soft, tender texture.
• Brown Sugar: Brown sugar adds a rich, molasses-like sweetness that complements the gingerbread spices, enhancing the overall depth of flavor.
• Baking Powder: A crucial leavening agent, baking powder helps the scones rise and become light and fluffy.
• Baking Soda: Gives your gingerbread air fryer treat a great rise.
• Ground Ginger: Ground ginger is the star spice, giving the scones their signature warm, spicy flavor synonymous with gingerbread.
• Ground Cinnamon: Cinnamon adds a sweet and woody warmth, pairing beautifully with ginger to create that classic holiday spice blend.
• Kosher Salt: Adds flavor to the scones.
• Butter: Cold, unsalted butter is cut into the flour mixture, creating those delightful, flaky layers essential in a good scone.
• Molasses: Molasses not only adds sweetness but also imparts a deep, rich color and moistness, essential for authentic gingerbread flavor.
• Egg: When baked, an egg enriches the dough, providing structure and contributing to the scones’ golden color.

How To Make Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones

Making Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones is a delightful way to enjoy a holiday favorite with the convenience of an air fryer. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide:

Mix the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. 

Fold in the butter and mix until the mixture is crumbly. Fold in the molasses, milk, and egg yolk. Mix until the mixture comes together.

Use some olive oil spray and coat your scone pan. Place the batter into the wedges. Brush the beaten egg white on top, then sprinkle with some sparkling sugar.  Set the scone pan into the air fryer at 330 degrees F (air fryer setting) for 12-16 minutes.

Ingredient Notes

• Butter: Butter is a crucial ingredient in making scones. The best thing is to freeze the butter or use it straight from the refrigerator. Either way, it’s cold. That is the great secret to getting a flaky scone.
• Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine all of the dry ingredients. All scones have the same essential ingredients: flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• Note: If you use salted butter, do not add salt; the scones will become too salty.

How To Cut The Butter Into The Scones

There’s nothing like the smell of fresh scones in the morning. The butter (cold) makes your scone unique. The butter will melt as it cooks, creating a moist, tender, and delicious scone.

You can use a food processor, Kitchen Aid Mixer, or your food grater to cut the butter into the gingerbread scones. This is the key to a light scone!

Can I Make The Dough In Advance?

Yes, you can make this dough in advance. Then cover and refrigerate until you are ready to cook the gingerbread scones!

How To Store:

It is effortless to make scones in advance. Just prepare your dough, and you can either store it in a sealed container or shape the scones and then wrap them in saran wrap. This makes for a great breakfast you can prepare the night before and then bake up in the air fryer in the morning!

Freezing Scones: You can freeze the baked scones if you want a frozen recipe. Then, when you want a quick breakfast, heat the frozen scones in the oven or air fryer.

What Scone Pans Can I Use In The Air Fryer?

If you’re a cook, chances are you love to bake. Cooking is only half the game; it’s also about cooking healthy and delicious food your family will love. You might wonder what kinds of pans I can use in my air fryer.

For scones, I have found a couple of options; one is perfect for an air fryer basket model, and the other is great for an Air Fryer Oven Model. Here are my suggestions:

Baking Molds Triangle Cavity Silicone 8 Red Silicone Portion Cake Mold Soap Mould Pizza Slices Pan/Scone Pan/Combread Brownies Muffins Mold –You can use this pan in an air fryer. Since it’s silicone, you can easily cut the molds out, which will fit any air fryer. Great for any air fryer, basket, or oven style.

Artisanal Kitchen Supply 9″ Cast Iron Preseasoned 8 Section Corn Bread Pan, Black This is an excellent scone pan. I had it for years of making scones in my oven. It fits my air fryer oven and produces beautiful scones.

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