An irresistible combination of sweet and salty flavors, you'll wonder where this idea has been all your life. Combine sweet, creamy peanut butter with salty Fritos for the ultimate treat!
Ingredients
1cupgranulated sugar
1cuplight corn syrup
1cupcreamy peanut butter
14ouncesFritosI used a 9.25 ounce bag and a half
1cupof chocolate chips or melting chocolate
Sprinklesoptional
Instructions
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and set aside.
To a large pot, add the sugar, corn syrup, and peanut butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until everything is incorporated and it begins to bubble.
Remove the pot from the heat and gently stir in the Fritos.
Immediately spoon the mixture out onto the lined baking tray using a cookie scoop or large spoon.
Allow the candies to set for 30 minutes at room temperature.
In a small microwaveable bowl, melt the chocolate in 30-second intervals until smooth and melted.
Using a fork, drizzle the melted chocolate over the candies. Top with sprinkles, if desired.
Serve once completely cooled and set.
Notes
You can make these as big or small as you would like. I like to use a 1.5 - 2-Tablespoon sized scoop.Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.