Save 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 has become a seasonal favorite in my family, bringing smiles at every autumn gathering.
Ingredients
- 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)
Instructions
- 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 6–8 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 16–18 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
- Step 8:
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Save My family eagerly gathers around the table to enjoy making and eating these delightful fox bites together every fall.
Notes
For a vegan version, use plant-based butter and a non-dairy milk wash instead of egg. If you dont have a fox-shaped cutter, use a template made from parchment paper. Try adding a pinch of ground ginger or cloves for extra autumn warmth. Serve with vanilla ice cream or caramel dipping sauce.
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten), egg, and dairy (butter). Chocolate candies may contain soy and milk. Always check labels for allergen cross-contamination.
Nutritional Information
Approximately 130 calories per bite with 5 g fat, 20 g carbohydrates, and 2 g protein.
Save These charming fox-shaped bites make autumn celebrations memorable and delicious every time.