How Long to Cook Biscuits in Air Fryer Guide

The air fryer is highly efficient at baking, but precise control of the time is key to success. Finding the right baking time will ensure the perfect texture for your biscuits.

How long do biscuits take in the air fryer?

The cooking time for biscuits in an air fryer is typically between 8 to 10 minutes, but this depends on the size and thickness of the biscuits. Generally, preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F), then form the biscuit dough into small balls using a spoon or your hands, flatten them slightly, and place them in the air fryer basket.

Be careful not to overcrowd the basket, as the biscuits may stick together. While cooking, check the edges of the biscuits; when they start turning golden brown, they’re ready. Since the air fryer circulates heat very evenly, the biscuits cook relatively quickly, so it’s a good idea to check around 7 minutes to avoid overcooking.

If it’s your first time making biscuits in an air fryer, it’s recommended to bake one batch at a time and gradually adjust the time to find the perfect cooking time for your taste!

How can you tell when biscuits are done baking?

There are a few simple ways to tell if your biscuits are ready:

Look at the color: The most obvious sign is when the edges of the biscuits start turning golden brown or slightly darker. If the edges are golden, the biscuits are mostly done. Keep in mind that biscuits will continue to cook a bit with residual heat in the air fryer, so you don’t need to wait for them to be fully darkened before taking them out.

Gently press: Lightly press the center of the biscuit with your finger. If it has a slight bounce but doesn’t feel soft or squishy, it’s likely done. If it’s too soft when pressed, it may need a few more minutes in the air fryer.

Smell the aroma: As the biscuits bake, their smell will gradually fill the air. When you start to smell a rich, delicious biscuit scent, it means they’re almost done.

Observe after cooling: After removing the biscuits, let them cool for a few minutes in the air. If they’re still soft but crisp up after cooling, it means they’re fully cooked, just still firming up as they cool down.

How to prevent biscuits from becoming dry in the air fryer?

Here are some tips you can try:

Keep the dough moist: When preparing the biscuit dough, make sure it’s not too dry. If the dough feels too dry, add a little milk or water to keep it moist. This will help prevent the biscuits from drying out after baking.

Adjust baking time and temperature: Control the temperature and time properly. Usually, a temperature range of 160°C to 180°C (325°F to 350°F) is ideal. Adjust the baking time based on the thickness of your biscuits to avoid overbaking.

Don’t overbake: If the biscuits are baked too long, the moisture will evaporate, making them dry and hard. Once the edges start to turn golden or the biscuits feel slightly firm, take them out.

Use parchment paper: Place a piece of parchment paper at the bottom of the air fryer basket to prevent the biscuits from directly touching the basket, which can help reduce dryness.

Brush with egg wash: Brushing the top of the biscuits with an egg wash can help lock in moisture, prevent excessive dryness, and also give them a nice shiny color.

Cool biscuits properly: After removing them from the air fryer, try placing the biscuits on a cooling rack rather than stacking them. This will help maintain a crispy exterior and soft interior.

Do you need to flip biscuits when baking them in the air fryer?

You don’t need to flip biscuits when baking them in the air fryer. The circulating hot air ensures that the biscuits cook evenly, and usually, one side won’t become more browned than the other.

However, if your biscuits are particularly large or have thick parts, flipping them might help them cook more evenly. You can observe the color of the surface while baking and, if needed, flip them gently halfway through.

For typical thin biscuits, flipping is not necessary. Just bake until they reach the desired golden color.

How many biscuits can you bake at once in the air fryer?

It depends on the size of your air fryer and the size of the biscuits.

For typical mini biscuits (like small round ones), you can usually fit around 6 to 8 at a time, ensuring there’s some space between them, about 1 to 2 centimeters. This allows the hot air to circulate freely, ensuring the biscuits bake evenly and become crispy.

If your air fryer is larger, or if the biscuits are smaller, you might be able to fit more. Conversely, if your biscuits are larger or the space is smaller, you may only fit 3 to 4. The key is to leave enough space to allow the air fryer to work its best.

In general, it’s best not to overcrowd the biscuits, as the hot air needs to circulate around each one to bake them evenly.

Can you bake filled biscuits in the air fryer?

Yes, you can bake filled biscuits in the air fryer. Here are some tips from my experience to help you make delicious filled biscuits:

First, since the filling may melt during the baking process, you need to ensure the filling doesn’t spill out. It’s a good idea to chill the biscuits in the refrigerator for a while before baking to help the filling firm up. This reduces the chance of it spilling out while baking.

Also, because the hot air in the air fryer is quite strong, the outer layer of filled biscuits tends to crisp up quickly. To avoid over-crisping the outer layer before the filling is fully heated, you can lower the temperature (for example, to 160°C) and reduce the baking time. Be sure to keep an eye on the biscuits to achieve the perfect balance of crispy and warm.

Finally, just like with regular biscuits, don’t overcrowd the biscuits. Leave a little space between them so that the hot air can circulate evenly around each one.

How to reheat biscuits in the air fryer?

Reheating biscuits in the air fryer is super simple and gives great results! Here are a few steps to help you reheat biscuits and make them crispy and delicious again:

Preheat the air fryer: Before reheating, preheat the air fryer. Set it to about 150°C (300°F) and let it preheat for a few minutes to ensure an even temperature inside.

Adjust time and temperature: Place the biscuits in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overlapping and there’s space between them. Set the time for 3-5 minutes, depending on the thickness of the biscuits. You can flip the biscuits halfway through to ensure both sides are heated evenly.

Check the biscuits: After the heating time is up, gently touch the surface of the biscuits to see if they’ve become crispy again. If they still feel a bit soft, you can heat them for an additional 1-2 minutes until they reach your desired crispiness.

Cool: After taking the biscuits out, let them cool for a few minutes to maintain the crispy outside and soft inside texture.

The great thing about reheating biscuits in the air fryer is that it quickly restores their crispiness, and it’s more even than using a microwave—your biscuits won’t turn soggy. If you have leftover biscuits, give this method a try; you won’t be disappointed!