How do I shape the pastry bites like foxes?

Use a fox-shaped cookie cutter or create a parchment paper template to cut the puff pastry into playful fox forms before filling and sealing.

Can I make these bites vegan?

Yes, substitute plant-based butter for butter and use a non-dairy milk wash in place of the egg for brushing the pastry edges and tops.

Cinnamon, nutmeg, and optionally ground ginger or cloves bring warm, autumnal notes to the apple and pear filling.

Sauté the filling until syrupy to reduce moisture, then cool slightly before filling the pastry to maintain crispness.

Serve these bites warm with vanilla ice cream or a caramel dipping sauce to complement their spiced fruit flavors.

Whimsical, tender pastry bites filled with spiced apple and pear, shaped like playful foxes—perfect for autumn gatherings or a fun family treat.

These bites bring back fond memories of cozy family fall celebrations and the excitement of shaping each pastry like a fox.

Pastry: 2 sheets (about 500 g) ready-rolled puff pastry, 1 egg beaten (for egg wash)
Filling: 2 medium apples peeled cored and diced, 1 ripe pear peeled cored and diced, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, ¼ tsp ground nutmeg, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Decoration: 24 mini chocolate chips (for eyes), 12 small orange or red candy-coated chocolates (for noses)

Step 1:: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2:: In a medium skillet melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced apples and pear brown sugar cinnamon nutmeg and lemon juice. Sauté for 6&ndash8 minutes stirring occasionally until fruit is softened and syrupy. Let cool slightly.
Step 3:: Roll out the puff pastry sheets on a floured surface. Using a fox-shaped cookie cutter (or a template and a knife) cut out 24 fox shapes.
Step 4:: Place 12 fox shapes on the prepared baking sheet. Spoon a small amount of the fruit filling (about 1 tablespoon) into the center of each leaving a border around the edges.
Step 5:: Brush the edges with beaten egg. Top with the remaining 12 fox shapes. Press edges to seal using a fork if desired.
Step 6:: Brush tops with more egg wash. Add chocolate chips for eyes and a candy-coated chocolate for the nose gently pressing into the dough.
Step 7:: Bake for 16&ndash18 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
Step 8:: Let cool slightly before serving.

This recipe is a family favorite during autumn especially when we gather together to shape the little foxes and share the sweet treats.

Try adding a pinch of ground ginger or cloves for extra autumn warmth. Serve with vanilla ice cream or caramel dipping sauce.

Fox-shaped cookie cutter or sharp knife and template, medium skillet, baking sheet, parchment paper, pastry brush.

Contains wheat (gluten), egg, and dairy (butter). Chocolate candies may contain soy and milk. Always check labels for allergen cross-contamination.

Perfect as a whimsical fall dessert these fox-shaped bites combine fun with delicious seasonal flavors.

→ How do I shape the pastry bites like foxes?: Use a fox-shaped cookie cutter or create a parchment paper template to cut the puff pastry into playful fox forms before filling and sealing.
→ Can I make these bites vegan?: Yes, substitute plant-based butter for butter and use a non-dairy milk wash in place of the egg for brushing the pastry edges and tops.
→ What spices enhance the filling’s flavor?: Cinnamon, nutmeg, and optionally ground ginger or cloves bring warm, autumnal notes to the apple and pear filling.
→ How should I prevent the pastry from getting soggy?: Sauté the filling until syrupy to reduce moisture, then cool slightly before filling the pastry to maintain crispness.
→ What are some serving suggestions?: Serve these bites warm with vanilla ice cream or a caramel dipping sauce to complement their spiced fruit flavors.