Air Fryer Buttermilk Biscuits 

Fluffy on the inside, crispy on top—these Air Fryer Buttermilk Biscuits bring classic Southern comfort with a modern twist. No oven? No problem! The air fryer delivers beautiful rise and golden crust in a fraction of the time.

Ingredients (Makes 6–8 biscuits)

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tbsp baking powder

½ tsp baking soda

1 tsp salt

6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

¾ cup cold buttermilk

1 tbsp honey (optional, for a slight sweetness)

Extra buttermilk or melted butter for brushing

Instructions (Step-by-Step)

Mix the Dry Ingredients (2 minutes)

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Cut in the Butter (2–3 minutes)

Add cold cubed butter.

Use a pastry cutter, fork, or fingertips to work it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs (like peas).

Add Buttermilk & Mix (1 minute)

Pour in cold buttermilk and optional honey.

Stir gently until dough just comes together (don’t overmix).

Shape the Dough (3–4 minutes)

Turn onto a floured surface.

Pat dough into a ¾ to 1-inch thick rectangle.

Fold the dough in half, press again, and repeat 3–4 times for flakiness.

Cut out biscuits using a 2.5–3 inch round cutter or glass.

Chill (Optional but Recommended) (15 minutes)

Place shaped biscuits on a plate in the fridge or freezer while preheating the air fryer. Cold dough = better rise.

Preheat & Air Fry (8–10 minutes)

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.

Lightly spray the air fryer basket or line it with parchment.

Place biscuits in the basket 1 inch apart (you may need to work in batches).

Brush tops with buttermilk or melted butter.

Air fry for 8–10 minutes, until golden brown on top and cooked through.

Serve Warm

Brush with extra melted butter if desired.

Enjoy with honey, jam, gravy, or sausage.

Optional Add-Ins

Cheddar + chives for savory biscuits

Cinnamon sugar brushed butter for sweet variation

Garlic + herbs for dinner rolls

 Tips for Success

Use cold butter and buttermilk — keep dough cool!

Avoid overworking dough to keep biscuits light and tender.

Want taller biscuits? Stack two cut circles and bake them double-thick.

Perfect For:

Southern breakfast sandwiches

Biscuits & gravy

Afternoon tea

Freezing for later reheating