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Air Fryer Raspberry Scones

Name: Air Fryer Raspberry Scones
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt ((omit if using salted butter)); 1 1/2 sticks butter (unsalted butter--cold or frozen grated); 3/4 cup heavy cream; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup fresh raspberries

Author: Laurie Fleming
Published: July 16, 2020

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Air Fryer Raspberry Scones are so good! They are the perfect summertime treat, with fresh raspberries and a cold glass of iced coffee. They also make an excellent breakfast treat!

If you have been looking for great summer ideas for breakfast, dessert, or a quick mid-day snack, this is one of my favorites!

I love an outstanding, tender, and moist scone. The outside gets amazingly crispy, but the inside is still moist. The air fryer does a fantastic job perfectly cooking baked goods, and scones are no different.

If you are looking for even more Air Fryer Breakfast Recipes, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER BACON SALTED CARAMEL DONUTS, AIR FRYER BANANA DONUTS, AIR FRYER CANNED CRESCENT ROLLS, and AIR FRYER CHOCOLATE CROISSANTS.

Easy Air Fryer Raspberry Scone Recipe

Whipping up a batch of Easy Air Fryer Raspberry Scones is a fantastic way to enjoy the delicate balance of sweet and tart flavors wrapped in a tender, flaky pastry.

This recipe simplifies the scone-making process, harnessing the power of the air fryer to achieve a delightful texture that’s hard to resist. Incorporating fresh or frozen raspberries, these scones offer a burst of fruitiness in every bite, making them a perfect treat for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.

The air fryer ensures a beautifully golden exterior while keeping the inside soft and moist, a feature that oven-baked scones sometimes miss.

Plus, the quick cooking time means you can satisfy those cravings almost on a whim without the lengthy preheating and baking times traditionally associated with scone baking.

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Raspberry Scones

This recipe is perfect for those who love the combination of fruit and pastry, offering a quick and easy way to create a delectable treat in the air fryer. Whether you’re a novice baker or a seasoned pro, these raspberry scones will impress with their simplicity and delicious flavor.

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 your scones, providing the necessary structure and ensuring they hold their shape during the air frying process.
Granulated Sugar: Adds a hint of sweetness to complement the raspberries’ tartness, enhancing the scones’ overall flavor profile.
Baking Powder: The key leavening agent that helps the scones rise and become light and fluffy.
Salt: A pinch of salt balances the sweetness and enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.
Unsalted Butter: Adds richness and creates the flaky layers characteristic of a great scone.
Heavy Cream: Provides moisture and richness, contributing to the tender crumb of the scones.
Egg: Works as a binder and enriches the dough, adding richness and color to the scones.
Vanilla Extract: Adds a hint of warm, aromatic flavor that complements the fruity tartness of the raspberries.
Fresh or Frozen Raspberries: The star ingredient, providing bursts of juicy, tart flavor in every bite.

How To Make Raspberry Scones In Air Fryer

Making Raspberry Scones in an air fryer combines the ease of air frying with the delightful taste of fresh, berry-filled pastries. Here’s a simple guide to creating these delicious treats.

Start by mixing the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Then, mix well with the butter, heavy cream, egg, and vanilla.

Fold in the fresh raspberries. Using non-stick cooking, spray your scone pan and pour in your batter. Set the pan or scone trays into your air fryer basket or tray. Set the temperature to 320 degrees F for 12 minutes (air fryer setting)

Pro Tips

Cold butter is best for this recipe. As the scones cook up, the butter will start to melt, which leads to moist scones.
This recipe will work in all air fryer models, both oven and basket types. I have used the Ninja Foodi, Instant Pot Vortex, and even the Instant Pot Crisp lid, and the results are the same.
Do not over-mix; otherwise, you will have dense scones.
Brush the tops with melted butter or milk to moisten the scones during baking.
You can use frozen raspberries, although for best results, keep them frozen until you fold them into the batter.

Storing

Storing: These make a great make-ahead breakfast recipe and will keep fresh for about 1 to 2 days after making them. The key is to place them into an airtight container and then leave them at room temperature. Heat them in the microwave or air fryer until warm before serving.

Freezing: They will work perfectly if you double or even triple the batch and then freeze one batch. Let the scones cool to room temperature, then place them into a freezer bag. Place them into the freezer, and they will last 1 to 2 months. To use, either in the refrigerator or on the counter.

Equipment Used

While you can use a biscuit cutter to cut these Air Fryer Raspberry Scones, investing in a scone pan will produce better results.

I have used this scone pan for years, and if you use a pair of scissors, you can cut it to size, which means it will fit any air fryer (affiliate link included)

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