1-In a large mixing bowl, whisk together: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2-Cut the cold butter into 1-inch pieces: Cut the cold butter into 1-inch pieces and add to the flour mixture. Work it in with a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3-Add the egg, heavy whipping cream, and: Add the egg, heavy whipping cream, and vanilla extract. Fold in the dried cherries.
4-Stir gently, then knead just a few: Stir gently, then knead just a few times until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.
5-Transfer the dough to a scone pan: Transfer the dough to a scone pan sprayed with olive oil, or pat into a 3/4-inch disc on a floured surface and cut into 8 wedges.
6-Place in the air fryer basket: Place in the air fryer basket. Set the temperature to 320F and air fry for 12-14 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
7-(Optional) Brush the tops with cream before: (Optional) Brush the tops with cream before baking for extra color, or drizzle with glaze once cooled.