Description
Learn how to make light and fluffy Lemonade Scones in your air fryer! This easy recipe uses lemonade for a unique flavor and creates tender scones perfect for breakfast or tea time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups (525g) self-rising flour
- â…“ cup (70g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, cold
- ¾ cup (185ml) lemonade (flat, not fizzy. Sprite or 7-Up work)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Milk, for brushing
- Raspberry jam, to serve
- Whipped cream, to serve
Instructions
1. Combine Dry Ingredients: The Foundation of the Scones
- Whisk Together: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the self-rising flour and granulated sugar until well combined.
2. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Bringing the Dough Together
- Add Cream, Lemonade, and Vanilla: Pour the cold heavy cream, lemonade, and vanilla extract into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
- Mix Gently: Using a flat-bladed knife or your fingertips, gently stir the ingredients until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
- Tip: The dough will be slightly sticky, which is normal.
3. Knead and Shape the Dough: Creating a Smooth Texture
- Turn Out Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.
- Knead Briefly: Gently knead the dough for about 30 seconds, or until it just becomes smooth. Be careful not to over-knead.
- Press into Round: Press the dough into a 1-inch thick round.
4. Cut Out the Scones: Shaping for Baking
- Flour Cutter: Dip a 2-inch round cookie cutter into flour to prevent sticking.
- Cut Out Scones: Cut out scones from the dough using the floured cutter. Push the cutter straight down and up, avoid twisting.
- Tip: You can gently press the leftover dough pieces together and repeat the cutting process to make more scones, but they may not be as tender.
5. Prepare the Air Fryer and Bake: Achieving Golden Perfection
- Line Basket: Place a sheet of baking paper in the air fryer basket, making sure the paper is slightly smaller than the basket to allow for air circulation.
- Tip: You can lightly spray the paper with cooking spray.
- Arrange Scones: Place 5 or 6 scones, almost touching, on the paper in the basket.
- Brush with Milk: Lightly brush the tops of the scones with milk to promote browning.
- Cook: Cook the scones in the preheated air fryer at 320°F (160°C) for about 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Repeat: Repeat steps 2-4 with the remaining scones.
6. Cool and Serve: Enjoying Your Freshly Baked Scones
- Transfer to Wire Rack: Carefully transfer the baked scones to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Serve Warm: Serve the Air Fryer Lemonade Scones warm with raspberry jam and whipped cream, if desired.
