Frito Candy Christmas Treats

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on Dec 06, 2022, Updated Feb 09, 2024

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If you think sweet and savory flavors are the perfect combination, these Frito candy treats are for you!

Made with corn chips coated in a sweetened caramel peanut butter glaze and drizzled with chocolate and sprinkles, this no bake snack is great to have for Christmas gifts, movie night and more.

If you are used to making other no bake cookies like Rice Krispie treats or cornflake cookie treats, this will be familiar.

Fritos are already pretty salty and they are stronger than other kinds so they are the perfect chips to use for these dessert bars.

Ingredients

This easy recipe only calls for 4 main ingredients.

Then you can top them with your favorite chocolate drizzle and sprinkles if you want to make them festive.

Here’s what you need to get started:

White sugar
Light corn syrup
Creamy peanut butter
Corn chips (like Fritos)
Semi-sweet chocolate chips or melting chocolate
Sprinkles

How to Make Frito Candy

Prepare a cookie sheet or flat surface with a layer of parchment paper and set aside.

Then, in a large pot add the sugar, corn syrup and peanut butter. If you love this combo, try our easy peanut butter fudge next time!

Stir with a wooden spoon and cook over medium heat until the mixture boils gently and the ingredients are incorporated.

Remove the hot candy from the burner and stir in the Frito chips.

Gently combine until lightly coated.

Spoon Frito mixture onto a parchment lined baking tray or counter. These are about 2 tablespoons each but feel free to adjust the size to your liking.

drop spoonfuls of candy onto parchment paper

Let them cool for about 30 minutes at room temperature.

Meanwhile in a microwave safe bowl melt the chocolate chips in 30 second intervals until smooth and melted. You can add a little bit of coconut oil to aid with the melting process if desired.

Then, use a fork to drizzle the chocolate over the candies and top with sprinkles.

Cool completely and allow the chocolate to set. Serve and enjoy!

Variations

Try chunky peanut butter or add a cup of peanuts for an extra crunch
Add even more melted chocolate than just a drizzle or even dip the whole cookie in colorful candy melts
You can use the large scoop Frito corn chips if you prefer larger pieces
Add peanut pieces on top
Make Frito bars instead by pressing the peanut butter mixture into a greased 9×13 pan. Add toppings and cool completely before slicing.
Mix in mini peanut butter cups or chop them and use as a topping

How to Store Corn Chip Candy

Store this delicious treat in an airtight container or a large zip top bag for up to 5 days.

This Frito recipe can be stored in the refrigerator or at room temperature.

Print the Recipe Card

This is a great easy recipe to keep in your recipe box or include with a full box of Fritos candy as a gift. Print and save or share below!

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