Air-Fryer Bisquick Biscuits: Quick, Easy, And Delicious!

Air fryers are a quick and easy way to cook up a batch of delicious, fluffy, and crispy homemade biscuits. You can use homemade or store-bought biscuit dough, and even frozen biscuits can be cooked in an air fryer. This introduction will cover how to make Bisquick biscuits in an air fryer, a popular American staple that can be used to make a variety of dishes, from biscuits to pancakes and muffins.

Preparing the ingredients

To make Bisquick biscuits in an air fryer, you'll need the following ingredients:

• Bisquick mix (original or gluten-free)
• Milk
• Parchment paper
• Butter (optional)
• Parmesan (optional)
• Garlic powder (optional)
• Salt (optional)
• Pepper (optional)

If you can't get hold of Bisquick mix, you can make your own with some pantry staples. Here's what you'll need:

• All-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour for a gluten-free alternative)
• Baking powder
• Vegetable shortening (make sure it's gluten-free if you're making the gluten-free version)

To make your own Bisquick mix, simply blend the ingredients in a food processor until they're fully combined.

Once you have your Bisquick mix, you're ready to start making the biscuits. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Bisquick with milk and mix until well combined. You can also add in any optional ingredients at this stage, such as butter, parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. The amount of milk you'll need may vary depending on the humidity in the air, so just add enough to moisten all the flour.

Now it's time to roll out the dough. Lightly flour a clean work surface and use a rolling pin to roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/4 to 1/2 inch. If you don't have a rolling pin, you can simply pat the dough out with your hands.

Next, use a biscuit cutter or a drinking glass to cut out circles from the dough. You can also use a knife to cut the dough into squares if you don't have a biscuit cutter. Try to make all your biscuits a similar size so that they cook evenly.

And that's it! Your ingredients are now prepared and you're ready to start cooking your Bisquick biscuits in the air fryer.

Mixing the dough

To make the dough for Bisquick biscuits in an air fryer, you will need a large mixing bowl, a rolling pin, and a biscuit cutter. You can use either a regular or gluten-free Bisquick mix. For the regular option, you will need 1 and 1/4 cups of Bisquick mix, while for the gluten-free alternative, you will need 3 cups of gluten-free all-purpose flour, 1 and 1/2 tablespoons of gluten-free baking powder, and 1/2 cup of vegetable shortening.

First, mix the Bisquick and milk in a large bowl until they are well combined. If you are making the gluten-free version, blend all the ingredients in a food processor until they are fully combined. Then, roll out the dough with a rolling pin. The dough should be rolled out to a thickness of about 1/4 to 1/2 an inch.

Next, use a biscuit cutter to cut out circles from the dough. You can also use a drinking glass if you don't have a biscuit cutter. Make sure that all your biscuits are roughly the same size so that they cook evenly. Continue cutting out biscuits until you run out of dough.

If you have any leftover dough scraps, you can simply mould them into the biscuit cutter instead of rerolling the dough. This will prevent the biscuits from being overworked.

Shaping the biscuits

Start by rolling out the dough using a rolling pin on a floured surface. The dough should be rolled out to a thickness of about 1/4 to 1/2 inch. If you prefer thinner biscuits for sandwiches, you can use the rolling pin to flatten the dough as much as possible. Just remember that thinner biscuits may cook faster, so adjust your timing accordingly.

Next, use a biscuit cutter or a drinking glass to cut out circles from the rolled-out dough. You can also use a 2-inch biscuit cutter for more precise and uniform results. The key is to try and make all your biscuits a similar size so that they cook evenly in the air fryer. For example, you can aim for about 8 biscuits from your batch of dough.

After cutting out the circles, gather the remaining scraps of dough. Instead of rerolling the scraps, which can overwork the dough, simply mold them into the biscuit cutter to form additional biscuits. This method ensures your biscuits will be light and fluffy.

Once you have shaped all your biscuits, place them on a parchment sheet or silicone mat in the air fryer basket. Make sure to space them about 1 inch apart to allow for even cooking and browning on all sides. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may be able to cook 4 to 5 biscuits at a time. If you need to cook more, simply repeat the process in batches.

Before placing the biscuits in the air fryer, you can also brush them with melted butter to give them a rich, golden colour and a crispy texture. This step is optional but will enhance the flavour and appearance of your biscuits.

Now you're ready to air fry your perfectly shaped biscuits! Remember to preheat your air fryer to 330 degrees Fahrenheit and cook the biscuits for 5 to 8 minutes. For the best results, follow the specific instructions provided by the air fryer manufacturer, as cooking times may vary slightly between different models.

Cooking in the air fryer

To make Bisquick biscuits in an air fryer, first mix the Bisquick and milk mixture in a large bowl until well combined. Then, roll out the dough with a rolling pin. Cut out circles with biscuit cutters, or a drinking glass, to a thickness of about 1/4 to 1/2 an inch.

Place the biscuits into the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching, as they need room to expand. Set the temperature to 330 degrees Fahrenheit and cook for 5 to 8 minutes. For best results, use a silicone mat or parchment paper to prevent the dough from sticking to the basket.

You can also brush the biscuits with melted butter and serve with butter, jelly, or sausage gravy.

If you are cooking frozen biscuits, set the temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and cook for 5 to 10 minutes.

Some air fryers may require you to flip the biscuits halfway through the cooking time.

Brushing with melted butter

Before brushing the biscuits with butter, it is important to ensure that they are cooked through. The biscuits should be a deep golden brown and crispy on the outside, while remaining fluffy and soft on the inside.

To melt the butter, cut it into small pieces and place it in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave the butter in short intervals, stirring in between, until it is completely melted. Alternatively, you can melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat on the stovetop.

Once melted, use a pastry brush to gently coat the biscuits with the butter. Brush the butter onto the biscuits while they are still warm, as this will help the butter absorb into the biscuit, adding moisture and flavour. Be sure to coat the biscuits evenly, brushing the butter into all the nooks and crannies.

The amount of butter you use will depend on your preference and the number of biscuits you have made. You may need to melt additional butter if you find that you don't have enough to coat all the biscuits generously.

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