Bacon Peanut Butter Chocolate Pastry Fries with Caramel

Prep: 25 minCook: 18 min18 servingsmediumAmerican
Bacon Peanut Butter Chocolate Pastry Fries with Caramel

These indulgent pastry fries combine crispy pie crust filled with peanut butter chocolate spread and bacon bits, topped with honey-roasted peanuts and served with warm caramel dipping sauce. The sweet and salty combination creates an irresistible dessert that's perfect for sharing at parties or movie nights. Cut into french fry shapes, these treats offer a playful twist on traditional pastries with their crispy exterior and rich, gooey filling.

Gluten-FreeDairy-Free

Ingredients

18 servings
  • 1 box refrigerated Pillsbury pie crusts (14.1 oz, 2 count), softened as directed
  • 1 cup Jif Whips whipped peanut butter & chocolate flavored spread
  • 5 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
    turkey bacon1:1meat

    slightly less salty

    Full guide →
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup honey-roasted peanuts, finely chopped
    chopped almonds1:1nutspeanuts-freeadds tree_nuts

    different flavor profile

  • 1 cup caramel topping
    chocolate sauce1:1sauce

    chocolate instead of caramel

  • 2 teaspoons water
  • ½ teaspoon coarse sea salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oven to 350°F and line large cookie sheet with parchment paper

  2. 2

    Unroll pie crusts on work surface and spread peanut butter chocolate spread over one crust to within 1/8 inch of edge

  3. 3

    Sprinkle bacon over spread and top with remaining pie crust, pressing lightly into filling

  4. 4

    Beat egg with 2 teaspoons water until blended in small bowl

  5. 5

    Mix peanuts with 1/2 teaspoon coarse sea salt in another bowl

  6. 6

    Brush egg mixture evenly over pie crust and sprinkle with peanut mixture

  7. 7

    Cut into 18 rows by 4 rows with pizza cutter or knife

  8. 8

    Place fries 1 inch apart on cookie sheets

  9. 9

    Bake for 14 to 18 minutes or until golden brown

  10. 10

    Microwave caramel topping uncovered on high for 30 to 50 seconds until warm

  11. 11

    Serve fries with warm caramel sauce

Tips

Tip 1

Press the top crust firmly into the filling to prevent separation during baking and ensure even cooking throughout.

Tip 2

Cut the pastry while it's still soft for cleaner edges, but handle gently when transferring to prevent breaking.

Tip 3

Warm the caramel sauce just before serving for the best dipping consistency and temperature contrast.

Good to Know

Storage

Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Reheat in 300°F oven for 5-8 minutes to restore crispness.

Make Ahead

Can assemble and cut up to 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate, then bake as directed adding 2-3 extra minutes if needed.

Serve With

Serve warm immediately after baking with the warm caramel sauce for dipping. Best enjoyed fresh from the oven.

Common Mistakes

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Don't overfill with spread to avoid leaking during baking

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Press edges well to prevent separation of layers

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Cut gently to avoid tearing the delicate pastry

Substitutions

Nut-Free Alternatives

honey-roasted peanuts→
chopped almonds1:1nutspeanuts-freeadds tree_nuts

different flavor profile

General Alternatives

bacon→
turkey bacon1:1meat

slightly less salty

Full guide →
caramel topping→
chocolate sauce1:1sauce

chocolate instead of caramel

Find more substitutions →

FAQ

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, assemble and cut up to 4 hours ahead, then refrigerate covered. Bake as directed, adding 2-3 extra minutes if baking from cold.

What if I don't have pie crusts?

You can substitute with puff pastry sheets, though the texture will be flakier. Thaw according to package directions before using.

How long do these keep?

Store covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days. Reheat in a 300°F oven to restore crispness.