Air Fryer Biscuits Recipe (2024)

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Our Air Fryer Biscuits recipe will change the way you make biscuits! Using refrigerator biscuit dough and your air fryer, these flaky and buttery homemade biscuits are ready in just 6 minutes. Spread a little garlic butter sauce on top or serve with sausage gravy, and enjoy!

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It’s no secret that I love homemade bread recipes. Whether I’m making my own dough for Instant Pot French Bread or using refrigerator biscuit dough for these air fryer biscuits, I always have so much fun in the kitchen making bread!

But nothing is better than an easy recipe for biscuits. Fluffy and buttery biscuits are my favorite for serving with breakfast, as a side dish for dinner, or just as a snack on their own.

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  • 🍴 Equipment
  • 🍞 Canned Biscuit Dough
  • 🧈 Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 🔪 How to Make Biscuits in the Air Fryer
  • 👪 How many biscuits can I make at a time in my air fryer?
  • ❄ Can biscuits be frozen?
  • 🔥 How to Reheat Biscuits
  • 🍽 What can I serve with biscuits?
  • 🥫 How to Store Biscuits
  • 📋 Recipe
  • 💬 Reviews

🍴 Equipment

You will only need an air fryer to make these air fryer biscuits, unless you’re serving them with garlic butter sauce, in which case you will need a little bowl to mix the garlic butter. You can find instructions for that here: Garlic Butter Sauce Recipe.

🍞 Canned Biscuit Dough

I use refrigerator biscuit dough to make these air fryer biscuits, and let me tell you, this is one of the best canned biscuit recipes you will ever try. The results are so crispy, buttery, and delicious.

You can use your favorite brand of canned biscuit dough to make them. In this case, I used Annie’s flaky biscuits.

Canned biscuit dough comes in different varieties, from buttermilk, to honey butter, and everything in-between. All of these varieties work perfectly for making air fryer biscuits.

🧈 Garlic Butter Sauce

Garlic butter sauce is a perfect pairing with air fryer biscuits. Although it’s optional, I definitely recommend giving it a try at least once with your biscuits. Once you try it, you’ll want to make it all of the time… and for so many different recipes!

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In fact, garlic butter sauce is so delicious, I make it for just about everything, from steak bites to ham and cheese sliders. Give it a try with these air fryer biscuits and I guarantee you will love it!

🔪 How to Make Biscuits in the Air Fryer

You won’t believe how easy it is to make air fryer biscuits! It takes just 6-8 minutes for them to cook.

I hardly ever use my oven to make biscuits anymore. You just can’t get any better than easy air fryer recipes!

  1. Separate canned biscuit dough into 8 biscuits, and place 4 at a time on your air fryer tray greased with butter.
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  2. Spread garlic butter sauce on top of the biscuits. This is optional, but I recommend giving it a try!
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  3. Bake at 350°F for 6-8 minutes on the bottom rack. Do not use the top rack – they will cook too fast!
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For exact ingredient measurements, nutritional info, and more, keep scrolling to the recipe card below!

👪 How many biscuits can I make at a time in my air fryer?

This depends on the size for your air fryer and the size of canned biscuits you use. I use a large and it works well for larger batches.

As a rule, try not to squeeze too many onto the tray at a time, or they won’t bake evenly. Give enough space in between each biscuit.

❄ Can biscuits be frozen?

Yes, absolutely! Once the biscuits are ready, first let them cool completely. Then, make sure they are evenly spaced out on the rack, and then place the rack in the freezer.

After about an hour, check if the biscuits are frozen. If they are, transfer them to an air-tight container or freezer bags. Make sure to label the container with the storage date.

Biscuits will freeze well for 2-3 months.

🔥 How to Reheat Biscuits

You can reheat biscuits in the by using your air fryer again. Place in the air fryer on the bottom rack for 5 minutes at 350°F, covered in foil. They should reheat through and become perfectly fluffy again.

For frozen biscuits, reheat them in the air fryer for about 10 minutes using the same method. If they aren’t quite done, put them in for a few minutes longer.

🍽 What can I serve with biscuits?

I love making homemade biscuits just for the amount of recipes I can serve them with! You can enjoy them for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even just a snack. They’re perfect for holidays too, like Thanksgiving or Labor Day.

My favorite thing to serve with biscuits is sausage gravy. I have two versions: Stovetop Sausage Gravy and Instant Pot Sausage Gravy. Trust me when I say you’ve never had biscuits and gravy this delicious! Give it a try!

I also love to use air fryer biscuits as a substitute for English muffins in homemade Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise Sauce. They are fluffy, crispy, and tasty on their own, so they hold up very well to the runny egg and sauce!

For a perfect brunch, serve it with an Orange Sherbet Mimosa and our other Easy Make Ahead Brunch Recipes!

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You can also serve biscuits with:

  • Jam: I enjoy them with Berry Compote
  • Beef gravy: like you would for a Yorkshire Pudding
  • Biscuit breakfast sandwiches: serve with a fried or poached egg, plus a slice of cheese, and bacon, sausage, or leftover ham
  • Garlic butter sauce spread on top and in the biscuits
  • Strawberries and whipped cream like Strawberry Shortcake Biscuits
  • Homemade Turkey Gravy

This recipe makes a great side dish for the holidays. Pair it with my other Side Dishes for Ham, Side Dishes for Prime Rib or Christmas Side Dishes! And try my other Best Air Fryer Recipes!

🥫 How to Store Biscuits

You can store homemade air fryer biscuits at room temperature in an air-tight container, on a plate covered with foil, or in a plastic bag. They will last up to 2 days at room temperature.

To keep them for longer, you can also refrigerate your biscuits for up to 1 week. Store them in a container or plastic bag.

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Air Fryer Biscuits Recipe

Isabel Laessig

Our Air Fryer Biscuits cook in 6 minutes and are buttery, fluffy, and flaky! You will want to make biscuits in the air fryer every time!

5 from 2 votes

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 6 minutes mins

Total Time 11 minutes mins

Course bread, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 8

Calories 170 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Ingredients

  • 1 canned biscuits
  • optional: garlic butter sauce

Cooking Conversions

See our Cooking Conversions Chart for help converting measurements!

Instructions

  • Separate canned biscuit dough into 8 biscuits, and place 4 at a time on your air fryer tray greased with butter.

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  • Optional: Spread garlic butter sauce on top of the biscuits.

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  • Bake at 350°F for 6-8 minutes on the bottom rack.

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Notes

  • Garlic butter sauce is optional, but it tastes amazing with these biscuits!
  • Make sure to bake them on the bottom rack. They will cook too quickly on the top rack!
  • Nutritional info is based on the brand of biscuits I used. Please check your canned biscuits for exact nutritional info!
  • How many biscuits you’re able to bake at a time depends on the size of your air fryer. As a rule, leave enough space between each biscuit for air to circulate properly, or they won’t bake well. Don’t overcrowd the rack!

Nutrition

Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1g

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FAQs

Can you put Pillsbury biscuits in the air fryer? ›

Canned Pillsbury biscuits generally take around 8 minutes to cook in an air fryer, although this time may vary depending on the make and model of your air fryer.

How do you keep biscuits from sticking in an air fryer? ›

A light coating of cooking spray is essential to prevent the biscuits from sticking to the air fryer basket.

Can you bake cookies in an air fryer? ›

A basic chocolate chip cookie will bake at 350°F for five minutes and comes out just right. However, you can make most cookies in the air fryer. When air frying, reduce the heat on the machine by about 25°F (so if a cookie recipe calls for 350°F in a conventional oven, set it to about 325°). It's super easy to adjust.

Can you air fry a stick of butter? ›

Avoid putting butter directly into the air fryer. This is akin to melting butter directly in a microwave, creating a mess and inefficiency. To melt butter in an air fryer, place the required amount in a small bowl or ramekin and insert it into the air fryer.

Can you put tin foil in an air fryer? ›

Foil is safe to use in an air fryer so long as you follow three basic rules: never let foil touch the heating element; make sure the foil is weighted so it doesn't blow around the basket; and avoid contact with acidic ingredients, which can cause the foil to leach onto your food.

Are Pillsbury grands air fryer ready? ›

AIR FRY at 330°F. † Cook 10 minutes. Use tongs to turn biscuits over. COOK an additional 10 minutes or until biscuits are deep golden brown and cooked through.

Why not use parchment paper in air fryer? ›

A 10-pack of air fryer liners can run you less than $10 dollars. A word of caution if you do go this route: Make sure the food is heavy enough to keep the parchment paper in place. Otherwise, it can blow up toward the heating element, creating a fire risk.

Can I use Pam on my air fryer basket? ›

Can you use PAM in the air fryer? You should not use nonstick cooking spray such as PAM in an air fryer because it can damage the lining of the air fryer basket. Avoid any pressurized, propellant oil sprays which have chemicals added to them. You can use a non-aerosol pump-style oil spray that has no propellant.

Do you use parchment paper in an air fryer? ›

Parchment paper can handle the heat inside your air fryer - up to 428°F (220°C). To get the best results, add the parchment paper to the air fryer basket at the same time as you add your ingredients. This prevents the paper from lifting up and coming into contact with the heating element while cooking.

What can you not bake in an air fryer? ›

Take a gander of this list of top foods that should never make their way into your air fryer.
  • Wet Batters. ...
  • Cheesy Items. ...
  • Large, Bone-In Meat Cuts. ...
  • Baked Goods. ...
  • Greens. ...
  • Raw Rice and Other Grains. ...
  • Too Much of Anything.
Apr 14, 2023

Why are my cookies burning in the air fryer? ›

Just be sure to adjust the temperature—since the air fryer gets a lot hotter a lot quicker, you won't want to go past 325 degrees, otherwise your cookies will burn.

Which oil is best for an air fryer? ›

The Best Oil for Air Fryer Cooking
  • Olive oil: For foods cooked at 375 degrees or below.
  • Canola oil: For cooking below 400 degrees.
  • Baking spray: For sweet treats fried below 400 degrees.
  • Grapeseed oil: For cooking up to 420 degrees.
  • Avocado oil: For dishes prepared at up to 520 degrees.
Apr 26, 2022

Can wood go in an air fryer? ›

This is a question that many people have been asking lately. The answer is yes, you can put wooden skewers in an air fryer.

What happens if you don't flip chicken in the air fryer? ›

Do you have to flip chicken in air fryer? You don't have to flip the chicken, but I always recommend doing so anyway as this will allow for the most even cook.

Can you air fry Pillsbury frozen biscuits? ›

Freshly baked Air Fryer Frozen Biscuits are an easy and delicious treat! Use Pillsbury's ready-to-bake frozen Grands biscuits and you can have piping hot fluffy air fryer biscuits on the table in less than 15 minutes.

How long to cook grands in the air fryer? ›

Instructions
  1. Spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with a little cooking spray.
  2. Place biscuits in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  3. Cook at 330° for 6 minutes, flip over and cook another 2 minutes or until the biscuits are a nice golden brown color.
Jul 5, 2023

How long do you cook Pillsbury canned biscuits? ›

Prep Instructions

HEAT oven to 350°F (or 325°F for nonstick cookie sheet). PLACE biscuits 1 to 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. BAKE 13 to 16 minutes or until golden brown.

How long to heat up biscuits in air fryer? ›

Place your biscuits in the air fryer and cook for 2 minutes at 320° F (160° C). Set your biscuits in the bottom of your air fryer basket. Then, set a timer for 2 minutes. If your biscuits aren't warm enough when the time's up, give them an additional 1 minute.

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