10-Minute Air Fryer Canned Biscuits
Need warm biscuits fast without heating the whole oven? Air fryer canned biscuits turn a tube of refrigerated dough into golden, tender biscuits in about 10 minutes flat.
They come out crisp on the outside, soft in the middle, and they’re just right for a last-minute dinner side or a lazy weekend breakfast.
Why This Trick Works
The air fryer’s fast-moving hot air gives those canned biscuits a crisp crust you won’t get from a standard oven, and there’s no waiting for a baking sheet to preheat. I reach for this method on busy nights when I want fresh bread without the fuss.
The biscuits brown evenly every time and clean-up is a quick wipe of the basket. It’s the kind of shortcut that feels smarter, not lazier.
Ingredients
- 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated buttermilk biscuits: any brand works, I like Grands for taller biscuits
- 1 to 2 tbsp melted butter (optional): for brushing on right as they come out
Variations / Substitutions
- Flaky layers: flaky biscuits work beautifully, just separate the layers gently so they don’t tear
- Savory garlic butter: swap plain butter for garlic herb butter and a pinch of flaky salt for a dinner roll vibe
- Sweet cinnamon donuts: cut out the centers with a small round cutter, air fry the rings and holes, then toss in cinnamon sugar while warm
If you love quick breads, try my Cheddar Garlic Drop Biscuits.
How to Make Air Fryer Canned Biscuits
Step 1: Open and Separate the Biscuits
Preheat your air fryer to 330°F (165°C). Open the can of biscuits and separate them into 8 rounds. Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving a little space between each so the air can move around.
Step 2: Air Fry the Biscuits
Air fry at 330°F for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping each biscuit carefully with tongs halfway through. The biscuits are done when the tops are deep golden and the edges look crisp. Let them sit in the basket for about a minute before you take them out so they hold their shape.
Step 3: Brush and Serve
If you want a richer finish, brush the warm biscuits with melted butter as soon as they come out. Serve them right away with jam, honey, or alongside a big bowl of soup.
Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Biscuits
- If your basket tends to grab, give it a light spray of oil before you add the dough. It helps the biscuits lift off cleanly without tearing.
- For the tallest, fluffiest biscuits, use a can of Grands style dough. Their height makes the contrast between crispy outside and pillowy inside even better.
- Keep a close eye the first time you make them in your machine. Every air fryer runs a little differently, and these can go from golden to overdone fast.
Cook times by batch size:
| Biscuits in basket | Cook time at 330°F |
|---|---|
| 4 | 5 to 6 minutes |
| 6 | 6 to 7 minutes |
| 8 | 7 to 8 minutes |
Storing Leftover Biscuits
- Refrigerate: keep any extras in an airtight container for up to 2 days. They lose a little of the original crisp but reheat well.
- Reheating: pop them back in the air fryer at 300°F (150°C) for 2 to 3 minutes to wake up the crust and warm the centers.
What Goes Well with Air Fryer Biscuits
A bowl of creamy tomato soup turns them into a dippable meal, and the crispy edges hold up better than oven-baked biscuits. For breakfast, split them open and pile on scrambled eggs with a drizzle of hot honey for a sweet and savory start that feels special without any extra work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use flaky layers biscuits?
Yes, they work the same way. Just pull them apart gently so the thin layers stay intact.
Why did my biscuits stick together?
Crowding the basket stops air from flowing around each biscuit, so they expand into one another. Leave at least an inch between them.
Can I make these in a small air fryer?
Yes, just cook in batches so the biscuits rest in a single layer. A second batch will cook even faster because the fryer is already hot.
Can I turn these into donuts?
Absolutely. Cut a hole from the center of each biscuit, air fry until golden, then roll the rings and holes in cinnamon sugar right out of the fryer.
Air Fryer Canned Biscuits Recipe
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat air fryer to 330°F. Open the can, separate the biscuits, and arrange them in a single layer with space between.
- Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until deep golden and crisp on the edges.
- Brush with melted butter if you’d like, then serve warm.
