Air Fryer Copycat Starbucks Vanilla Bean Scones
Description
These copycat Starbucks vanilla bean scones are buttery and tender with crisp golden edges and a sweet vanilla bean glaze — made fast in the air fryer in under 40 minutes. The perfect bakery-style treat for breakfast or with coffee.
Ingredients
Scones
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
Vanilla Bean Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 vanilla bean, scraped (or 1 tsp vanilla bean paste)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons milk
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the cold diced butter and cut it in with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- In a small bowl, stir together the cold heavy cream and vanilla extract. Pour into the dry mixture and stir until just combined — do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and pat into a circle about 1/2 inch thick. Cut into 8 equal triangles and place on a lightly greased air fryer tray or basket, leaving space between each.
- Air fry at 330°F (165°C) for 10–12 minutes, until the scones are golden brown. (Optional: brush the tops with a little heavy cream before air frying for extra color.)
- While the scones cool slightly, whisk together the powdered sugar, scraped vanilla bean seeds, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the warm scones and let the glaze set before serving.
Equipment
- Scone Pan, optional
Notes
- Keep butter and cream cold for the flakiest texture.
- Don't overmix — overworked dough makes tough scones.
- No vanilla bean? Use 1 tsp vanilla bean paste or extra vanilla extract.
- Store airtight at room temperature up to 3 days, or freeze up to 3 months.
- For gluten-free, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 362kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 4gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 48mgSodium: 233mgPotassium: 58mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 578IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 66mgIron: 2mg