What type of pastry is best for these bites?

Ready-rolled puff pastry provides a light, flaky texture that complements the spiced fruit filling perfectly.

Can I make these bites vegan?

Yes, substitute plant-based butter for regular butter and use a non-dairy milk wash instead of egg for glazing.

Create a paper template and carefully cut the shapes from the rolled pastry using a sharp knife.

Cinnamon, nutmeg, and optional ground ginger or cloves add warm, autumnal notes to the fruit mixture.

Serve slightly warm with a side of vanilla ice cream or caramel dipping sauce to complement the spiced filling.

These bites contain gluten, egg, and dairy; chocolate candies may include soy and milk. Always verify ingredient labels.

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

I first served this at a fall party and it was an instant hit with both kids and adults.

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 Pastry:: 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.
Fill Pastry:: 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.

This recipe always brings the family together around the table for a cozy autumn treat.

Serve with vanilla ice cream or caramel dipping sauce for added indulgence.

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

Each bite contains approximately 130 calories 5 g total fat 20 g carbohydrates and 2 g protein.

These bites make a charming and delicious dessert perfect for fall celebrations.

→ What type of pastry is best for these bites?: Ready-rolled puff pastry provides a light, flaky texture that complements the spiced fruit filling perfectly.
→ Can I make these bites vegan?: Yes, substitute plant-based butter for regular butter and use a non-dairy milk wash instead of egg for glazing.
→ How do I shape the fox forms without a cutter?: Create a paper template and carefully cut the shapes from the rolled pastry using a sharp knife.
→ What spices enhance the apple and pear filling?: Cinnamon, nutmeg, and optional ground ginger or cloves add warm, autumnal notes to the fruit mixture.
→ How should these bites be served for best flavor?: Serve slightly warm with a side of vanilla ice cream or caramel dipping sauce to complement the spiced filling.
→ Are there allergen concerns to keep in mind?: These bites contain gluten, egg, and dairy; chocolate candies may include soy and milk. Always verify ingredient labels.