Fritos Bars
Imagine the perfect balance of sweet and salty: crunchy Fritos corn chips nestled in a rich, gooey, buttery base, often enhanced with peanut butter, and then topped with a luscious chocolate layer. It’s an unexpected combination that just works. Every bite delivers that satisfying crunch, a hint of salt, and pure, decadent sweetness. These bars are incredibly easy to make, a total crowd-pleaser, and will disappear faster than you can say “Frito!”
We are so incredibly excited to bring this unique and addictive treat to your kitchen, and we owe a massive thank you to the brilliant Paula Skulina of @virginiasweetpea for the inspiration behind these phenomenal bars. She truly knows how to turn simple ingredients into something extraordinary!
Ready to taste your new favorite sweet and salty sensation? Let’s get mixing!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
Ingredients
- 1 – 9.25 oz bag of Fritos
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
Instructions
- Prepare Dish: Spray a 9×13 inch baking dish generously with cooking spray.
- Layer Fritos: Evenly spread the Fritos corn chips into the prepared baking dish.
- Make Syrup Mixture: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut butter, sugar, and corn syrup. Stir continuously until all ingredients are fully combined and melted into a smooth mixture.
- Combine & Chill: Carefully pour the warm peanut butter mixture evenly over the Fritos in the baking dish.
- Set & Serve: Refrigerate the dish until the bars are completely set. Once firm, cut them into squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Be sure to check out Paula’s other recipes on her website: http://www.virginiasweetpea.com.
Keywords: Dessert, Bars, Fritos
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