Peanut Butter Fritos Candy
Peanut Butter Fritos Candy is a no-bake candy with a delightful sweet-salty crunch. This easy recipe delivers a fun, irresistible treat for any occasion, vanishing quickly with every bite!
Ingredients
For the Base:
- 1 bag 10 oz/283 g Fritos corn chips, lightly crushed
For the Caramel:
- 1 cup 200 g granulated sugar
- 1 cup 240 ml light corn syrup
- 1 cup 240 g creamy peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Topping:
- ½ cup 85 g semisweet chocolate chips, melted
Instructions
Prep Pan and Chips
- I line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or spray with nonstick spray. I spread 10 oz lightly crushed Fritos evenly, keeping texture for this candy bites treat.
Make Caramel
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, I combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup light corn syrup, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture gently boils. I remove from heat to avoid burning for this easy recipe.
Add Peanut Butter
- I quickly stir 1 cup creamy peanut butter and 1 tsp vanilla into the hot syrup until smooth, moving fast as it thickens for this no-bake candy dish.
Pour and Press
- I pour the warm caramel over the Fritos, spreading evenly with a spatula and pressing lightly to coat for this sweet-salty treats dish.
Add Optional Chocolate
- If desired, I melt ½ cup chocolate chips and drizzle over the top for a glossy candy bites finish.
Cool and Slice
- I let the candy cool at room temperature for about 1 hour until set. I lift it out using parchment and slice into ~24 squares on a cutting board for this Peanut Butter Fritos Candy.
Notes
- For added crunch, mix chopped peanuts into the caramel before pouring.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.