What type of pastry works best for these fox-shaped bites?

Ready-rolled puff pastry offers the perfect flaky and tender texture, allowing the bites to puff beautifully during baking.

How do you achieve the fox shapes without a cutter?

Use a template made from parchment paper and a sharp knife to carefully cut out the fox shapes from the pastry sheets.

Yes, swap butter with plant-based alternatives and replace the egg wash with non-dairy milk or a suitable glaze.

Cinnamon and nutmeg add classic warmth, while optional ground ginger or cloves can bring additional autumnal depth.

Chocolate chips serve as eyes, and small candy-coated chocolates create noses, pressed gently into the pastry before baking.

They are delightful warm, especially paired with vanilla ice cream or caramel dipping sauce for extra indulgence.

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

This recipe brings joy to our family gatherings every autumn with its fun shape and comforting flavors.

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)

Preheat oven:: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Prepare filling:: In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add diced apples and pear, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Sauté for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fruit is softened and syrupy. Let cool slightly.
Cut shapes:: 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.
Assemble bites:: 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.
Seal bites:: Brush the edges with beaten egg. Top with the remaining 12 fox shapes. Press edges to seal, using a fork if desired.
Decorate:: Brush tops with more egg wash. Add chocolate chips for eyes and a candy-coated chocolate for the nose, gently pressing into the dough.
Bake:: Bake for 16–18 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
Cool:: Let cool slightly before serving.

Our family loves shaping these treats together and watching kids get excited about autumn flavors.

Serve with vanilla ice cream or caramel dipping sauce for an extra special treat.

Try adding a pinch of ground ginger or cloves for extra autumn warmth.

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

Enjoy these delightful autumn treats that bring warmth and fun to any gathering.

→ What type of pastry works best for these fox-shaped bites?: Ready-rolled puff pastry offers the perfect flaky and tender texture, allowing the bites to puff beautifully during baking.
→ How do you achieve the fox shapes without a cutter?: Use a template made from parchment paper and a sharp knife to carefully cut out the fox shapes from the pastry sheets.
→ Can these be made vegan-friendly?: Yes, swap butter with plant-based alternatives and replace the egg wash with non-dairy milk or a suitable glaze.
→ What spices enhance the fruit filling?: Cinnamon and nutmeg add classic warmth, while optional ground ginger or cloves can bring additional autumnal depth.
→ How should the pastries be decorated to mimic fox features?: Chocolate chips serve as eyes, and small candy-coated chocolates create noses, pressed gently into the pastry before baking.
→ What is the best way to serve these bites?: They are delightful warm, especially paired with vanilla ice cream or caramel dipping sauce for extra indulgence.