These Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones are warm, spiced, and perfectly tender, with classic gingerbread flavors in every bite. Quick to make and lightly crisp on the outside, they’re perfect for holiday breakfasts or cozy snack times.

Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones fresh from the air fryer, golden brown with a tender, spiced interior.
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Bring the cozy flavors of the holidays straight to your kitchen with these Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones.

Packed with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and molasses, these scones are tender on the inside with a lightly crisp exterior.

Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat with a cup of coffee or tea, they’re quick to make and full of festive flavor, no oven required!

Golden Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones on a plate, spiced with ginger and cinnamon, perfect for breakfast or holiday snacking.

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

  • Bursting with warm spices: Ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg create classic holiday flavors.
  • Quick and easy: Air fryer method means scones are ready in minutes.
  • Tender yet crispy: Soft interior with a lightly crisp, golden exterior.
  • Perfect for any occasion: Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon treat.
  • Festive and flavorful: Molasses adds a rich, deep sweetness that feels like the holidays.

Ingredients Needed

Ingredients needed for Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones on kitchen table.
  • All-purpose flour: For tender, soft, and fluffy scones
  • Brown sugar: To add sweetness and rich flavor
  • Baking powder: To help scones rise perfectly
  • Baking soda: For light, airy texture in scones
  • Milk: For moist, soft scone dough consistency
  • Ground ginger: For warm, spicy gingerbread flavor
  • Ground cinnamon: Adds classic spiced warmth to scones
  • Salt: Enhances overall flavor and balances sweetness
  • Cold butter: For flaky, tender scone layers
  • Molasses: Gives deep, rich, traditional gingerbread flavor
  • Egg white: For brushing scones before baking
  • Sparkling sugar: To top scones with sweet crunch

How To Make Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones

Combine flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

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

Fold in cold butter until crumbly, then mix in molasses, milk, and egg yolk until dough forms.

Step Two: 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.

Spray scone pan with olive oil, fill with batter, brush egg white, sprinkle sugar, and air fry at 330°F for 12–16 minutes.

Step Three: 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 basket, set the air fryer temperature to 330 degrees F (air fryer setting) and set cook time for 12-16 minutes.

Air fryer gingerbread scones fresh from the air fryer, golden brown, topped with sparkling sugar.

Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones Recipe Tips

  • Make sure your butter is cold and cut into small pieces to create that signature flaky texture.
  • Don’t overmix the dough once the wet ingredients are added; gently fold to combine for tender scones.
  • Preheat your air fryer for even cooking and set the scone pan in the center for uniform browning.
  • Brush with egg white and sprinkle sparkling sugar for a golden, slightly crispy top.
  • Adjust cooking time slightly depending on your air fryer model; scones should be firm and lightly browned.

Storing Instructions

  • Store cooled scones in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • For longer storage, freeze scones in a freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month; reheat in the air fryer or oven before serving.
Golden gingerbread scones fresh from the air fryer, brushed with egg white and sprinkled with sparkling sugar, ready to serve.

Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones Recipe Faqs

Can I use a different type of flour? All-purpose flour works best for the texture, but you can experiment with half whole wheat or gluten-free blends. Keep in mind it may change the rise and crumb slightly.

Can I make these scones without an air fryer? Yes! Bake at 350°F in a preheated oven for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.

Can I make the dough ahead of time? Absolutely! You can prepare the dough, shape the scones, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before air frying.

Can I freeze these scones? Yes, freeze fully cooled scones in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer or oven until warmed through.

Can I adjust the spices? Definitely! Add more or less ginger, cinnamon, or even a pinch of nutmeg to suit your taste.

Can I make smaller or larger scones? Yes! Adjust the air fryer time slightly—smaller scones may need a minute less, and larger ones a few minutes longer.

Equipment Used

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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Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones

Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones

5 from 7 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 16 minutes
Total Time: 36 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
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Description

Air Fryer Gingerbread Scones – Flaky, spiced, and perfectly golden scones made in minutes. Enjoy this festive holiday treat with a sweet molasses flavor, ideal for breakfast or brunch.

Ingredients 

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup cold butter, diced or grated
  • 1/3 cup molasses

Topping:

  • 1 large egg white, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon sparkling sugar

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl mix together the 2 cups all-purpose flour, 4 tablespoons brown sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • Mix in the 1/4 cup cold butter, diced or grated, and mix until the mixture is crumbly.
  • Mix in the 1/3 cup molasses, 1/3 cup milk and 1 large egg white, beaten.
  • Mix until the mixture comes together.
  • Use some olive oil spray and coat your scone pan.
  • Pat the batter into the wedges.
  • Brush the beaten egg white on top, and then sprinkle with some 1 tablespoon sparkling sugar.
  •  Set the scone pan, into the air fryer at 330 degrees F, (air fryer setting) for 12-16 minutes.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Scone Pan, or Parchment Paper
  • Cooking Spray

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 244kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 452mgPotassium: 275mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 195IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 115mgIron: 2mg

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