Air Fryer Hack: Canned Biscuits, Delicious And Quick!

Canned biscuits can be baked in an air fryer in less than 10 minutes, freeing up oven space and making them a quick and convenient option for any meal. The air fryer method produces fluffy, warm biscuits with a delightful golden crust every time, regardless of your cooking skills.

How to cook biscuits in an air fryer

Ingredients

• A can of refrigerated biscuits (e.g. Pillsbury Grands Biscuits)
• Cooking spray (optional)
• Parchment paper (optional)

Method

• Start by lightly spraying the inside of the air fryer basket with cooking spray. You can also use a sheet of parchment paper cut to the size of your air fryer, with a few holes poked in it to ensure the air can still flow easily.
• Place the biscuits in a single layer on the bottom of the basket, leaving space between them so they can expand. For best results, ensure they are not stacked or touching the sides of the basket for even cooking.
• Cook the biscuits at 330-350°F for 6-10 minutes. Then, flip them over and cook for an additional 1-4 minutes, or until the biscuits are a nice golden brown color.
• Serve immediately with your choice of toppings or spreads, such as butter, jam, or honey.

Tips

• Different air fryers may require slight adjustments in cooking time and temperature, so keep an eye on your biscuits to ensure they don't burn.
• If your biscuits are golden brown but still slightly doughy in the middle, leave them in the turned-off air fryer for 2-3 minutes to continue cooking with the residual heat.
• You can cook frozen biscuits in an air fryer, but you may need to increase the cooking time by a few minutes.

How to store leftover biscuits

Canned biscuits can be cooked in an air fryer and stored as leftovers. Here's how to store them:

Leftover biscuits can be stored in an airtight container, such as a reusable plastic bag or plastic container. Before sealing the container, push out as much air as possible. Biscuits can be stored at room temperature for up to two days, in the refrigerator for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to three months.

Tips for Storing Biscuits

• For optimal freshness, freeze raw biscuit dough and cook the biscuits when needed.
• If storing cooked biscuits, allow them to cool completely before placing them in an airtight container.
• Biscuits with perishable ingredients, such as cheese or cream cheese, should always be stored in the refrigerator.
• To reheat biscuits, place them in the air fryer at 300°F for a few minutes or zap them in the microwave for 10-30 seconds.

How to reheat biscuits in an air fryer

To reheat biscuits in an air fryer, place them in the air fryer basket and cook at 350°F for about 2-3 minutes or until thoroughly warmed. Reheating in the air fryer will ensure they return to their crispy glory.

If you're looking to cook biscuits in an air fryer, here's a simple method:

• Start by spraying the inside of the air fryer basket with cooking spray. You can also use a sheet of parchment paper for even easier cleanup—just cut the paper to the size of your air fryer and poke a few holes in it to ensure the air can still flow easily.
• Place the biscuits in a single layer on the bottom of the basket. For best results, ensure they are not stacked or touching the sides of the basket for even cooking. Leave as much space between the biscuits as your air fryer allows.
• Cook the biscuits at 330-350°F for 6 minutes. Then, flip and rotate them, and continue cooking for an additional 2-4 minutes, or until the outsides of the biscuits are a golden brown color. Different air fryers may require slight adjustments in cooking time, so keep an eye on them.

How to cook frozen biscuits in an air fryer

Ingredients

• Frozen biscuits (e.g. Pillsbury Grands)
• Non-stick cooking spray (optional)
• Butter, jam, or other toppings of your choice

Method

• Preheat your air fryer to 320–340 °F for 3–5 minutes. You may also want to lightly spray the basket with oil or non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
• Place your desired number of frozen biscuits into the basket, ensuring they are in a single layer and not overlapping. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may fit anywhere from 4 to 8 biscuits.
• Air-fry your frozen biscuits for around 10–12 minutes in total, flipping them halfway through. The exact cooking time will depend on your air fryer model, so keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking.
• Once the biscuits are golden brown and cooked to your liking, remove them from the air fryer and serve immediately.
• Enjoy your biscuits with your choice of toppings, such as butter, jam, or sausage gravy.

Tips:

• It is not necessary to defrost the biscuit dough before air-frying. Simply cook them straight from frozen.
• For best results, flip the biscuits halfway through the cooking process. This will ensure even cooking on both sides.
• Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook the biscuits in batches to avoid overcrowding the basket.
• If you want to add a little extra flavour to your biscuits, try brushing them with melted butter and sprinkling on some herbs or cinnamon sugar a couple of minutes before they're done.

What to serve with air-fried biscuits

There are many options for what to serve with air-fried biscuits, whether you want to go down the sweet or savoury route.

For a savoury option, you could try:

• Ham and eggs
• Sausage and egg
• Biscuits and gravy
• Ham and cheese
• Breakfast sandwiches with egg, bacon and cheese

For a sweet option, you could try:

• Butter, jam, jelly or honey
• Cinnamon sugar
• Fruit preserves
• Air fryer donuts
• Air fryer biscuit bombs

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