This quick and easy air fryer strawberry shortcake recipe uses Bisquick mix for golden shortcake-style biscuits, fresh strawberries, and homemade whipped cream. It's a small-batch summer dessert that gives you classic strawberry shortcake without turning on the oven.
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Why This Recipe Works
- Bisquick keeps it fast: No cutting in butter, chilling dough, or hauling out half the pantry.
- The air fryer makes golden biscuits: The shortcakes cook in about 8-10 minutes with crisp edges and soft centers.
- No eggs needed: Handy if you're avoiding eggs or just opened the fridge and discovered you have none.
- Perfect small batch dessert: This recipe makes just enough for a few servings, so you're not left with a whole cake staring at you from the counter.
Air Fryer Strawberry Shortcake Ingredients
- Bisquick mix
- Milk
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Fresh strawberries
- Whipping cream
- Powdered sugar
A complete list of ingredients and amounts is in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Air Fryer Strawberry Shortcake
- Prepare the Strawberries. Add sliced strawberries and sugar to a medium bowl. Stir well, then let them sit for at least 30 minutes. This draws out the juices and creates a sweet strawberry syrup for spooning over the shortcakes. For best results, slice the strawberries fairly thin so they soften quickly and release more juice.
- Make the Shortcake Dough. In a large bowl, stir together the Bisquick mix, milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until just combined. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky. Don't overmix, or the biscuits can turn out tough.
- Shape the Biscuits. Drop ¼-cup portions of dough onto a parchment-lined air fryer basket, leaving space between each one. You may need to work in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Air Fry the Bisquick Biscuits. Air fry at 320°F for 8-10 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden brown and cooked through. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool.
- Make the Whipped Cream. Add heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract to a mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the Strawberry Shortcakes. Once the shortcakes are cool, slice them in half horizontally. Spoon strawberries and syrup over the bottom half, add whipped cream, then place the top half of the biscuit over the cream. Top with another spoonful of whipped cream and more strawberries. Serve right away.
Variations
Lemon Strawberry Shortcake: Add a little lemon zest to the whipped cream for a bright, fresh flavor.
Biscuit Shortcake Sundaes: Split the air fryer Bisquick biscuits and serve them in bowls with strawberries, whipped cream, and a small scoop of Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream.
Top Tips
- Chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream. Cold tools help the cream whip faster and hold its shape better.
- Mix the dough only until combined. Overmixing can make the shortcakes dense instead of tender.
- Let the strawberries sit long enough to get juicy. The syrup is what softens the biscuit and makes it taste like real strawberry shortcake, not just strawberries sitting on bread.
Air Fryer Strawberry Shortcake FAQs
Yes. Thaw them first and drain off excess liquid. Frozen strawberries will be softer, but they still work.
Yes. Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Macerated strawberries can be refrigerated for up to 2 days in a covered container.
Yes. You can use homemade Bisquick mix or add 3 tablespoons of sugar and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract to my homemade biscuits without milk, but the texture and cook time may vary slightly.
Bake the shortcakes in a 425°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Printable Recipe
Air Fryer Strawberry Shortcake with Bisquick
Ingredients
For the Biscuits
- 2 cups Bisquick mix
- ⅔ cup milk
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Strawberries
- 1 pound fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- ¼ cup sugar
For the Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: In a medium bowl, combine sliced strawberries and ¼ cup of sugar. Stir well and let them sit for at least 30 minutes to macerate, drawing out the juices and creating a sweet syrup.
- Make the Biscuits: In a large bowl, mix the Bisquick mix, milk, 3 tablespoons of sugar, and vanilla extract until just combined. The dough should be slightly sticky. Do not overmix.
- Shape the Dough: Drop ¼ cup portions of dough onto a parchment paper-lined air fryer basket, leaving space between each portion.
- Air Fry: Cook the biscuits at 320°F for 8-10 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through. Cook in batches if necessary. Cool on a wire rack.
- Whip the Cream: In a bowl, beat the whipping cream, powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the Shortcakes: Once the shortcakes are cool, slice them horizontally. Spoon a generous amount of macerated strawberries and their syrup over the bottom half. Top with whipped cream, place the top half of the shortcake over the whipped cream, add another dollop of whipped cream, and top with more strawberries. Enjoy!
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Notes
- Chill the mixing bowl and beaters in the freezer for 10-15 minutes before whipping the cream.
- If you have leftover biscuits, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- The longer the strawberries macerate, the juicier and more flavorful they become. If you have time, let them sit for up to an hour.
- To prevent the shortcakes from becoming soggy, wait to assemble them until just before serving.
Nutrition
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Krystle says
This worked perfectly. Loved making this in my air fryer so I don't have to turn on the oven these hot days.
Claudia says
Just made the Air Fryer Strawberry Shortcake with Bisquick – it's a game-changer! Quick, easy, and absolutely delicious. Thanks for the awesome recipe!
Audrey says
This tasted so good! I love how quick and easy it was to make. It's perfect if you have friends coming over that you want to impress but don't have a lot of time.
Nora says
Yum, yum! This shortcake was the winner of the day! Our guests loved it!
Liz says
Super easy to make and perfect with fresh local strawberries! A delicious dessert!!!
Nicole says
I love how quick I can make this dessert for my family! That’s awesome!