Sweet & Salty Frito Candy (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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14 ounces of Fritos, around 1 ½ bags.
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1 cup of peanut butter, smooth and creamy.
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1 cup of granulated sugar.
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1 cup of light corn syrup.
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1 cup of chocolate chips or melting chocolate.
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Optional: sprinkles for decorating.
# Instructions:
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Grab a baking sheet, line it with either parchment paper or a silicone mat, then set it aside to use later.
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Put a big pot on medium heat, toss in the sugar, corn syrup, and peanut butter, and keep stirring until they blend well and bubble up.
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Take the pot off the stove and carefully mix in the Fritos until they're fully covered in the mixture.
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Scoop some of the mix from the pot and drop it onto the prepared baking sheet using a cookie scoop or a big spoon.
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Leave the candies on the counter for about 30 minutes so they can set up.
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Warm up chocolate chips or melting chocolate in the microwave, heating it in short bursts of 30 seconds and stirring each time until it's totally melted.
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Drizzle the melted chocolate over the candies with a fork. Sprinkle some decorations on top if you're feeling fancy.
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Wait for the candies to cool down completely before digging in.
# Notes:
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Make sure the candies have fully hardened before eating to get the best crunch.