Sure the name Fatty Bars is ridiculous, but it’s appropriate. After all, this is basically a brownie stuffed Reese’s cups and layered with Fritos, Pretzel M&Ms, and toffee–talk about caloric overload.
Let’s agree that I won’t be to blame if self-control stands you up on this one? Agreed. Okay, then I might as well introduce you to the rest of clan, say hello to–Slutty Cheesecake Bars, Man-Whore Bars, Bikini Killers and Belt Busting Heroes. See the theme here? I sorta love over-the-top desserts with obnoxious names, and these Fatty Bars are the latest addition. I know they aren’t for everyone. But if you love a good a sweet and salty combo, paired with chocolate–this is one to try.
As for the name, Matt suggested that I call these Fatty Bars Pantry-Clearing Bars since he literally saw me clean out the half eaten bag of chips, peel back the holiday wrapper from the candy, and use an ice pick to break apart the stuck-together toffee bits from the summer humidity–but Pantry Bars—well, seemed practical. I guess Kitchen Sink Bars would have worked too, but that sounded familiar for some reason and I’m sure, taken. Compost Bars were considered for a name, but that seemed unoriginal being that compost cookies already exist.
No, Fatty Bars are perfect. The name alone tells you they are ridiculous (and lovable).
A few notes:
- I used a 9 inch round cake pan with a removable bottom. If you don’t have one, make sure to line your pan with a parchment round on the bottom, in addition to lightly covering the side with bake spray for easy removal.
- I’ve made this recipe with Fritos and potato chips, so use what you prefer or what you have.
Fatty Bars
A sweet and salty brownie stuffed with Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and finished with crushed Pretzel M&Ms and Fritos
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup butter
- 2 oz. chocolate
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup all cocoa powder, sifted
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup toffee bits
- 14 snack size Reese's Peanut Butter cups
- 1 cup Pretzel M&Ms (5oz.), crushed
- 1 cup Fritos (1.5oz), crushed
Directions:
Preparation: Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Cover pan 9 inch pan with bake spray and lightly flour.
- Place butter and chocolate in a saucepan over low heat; stir until melted and combined. Set aside.
- Add eggs and sugar into a mixer bowl fitted with the whisk attachment, beat until mixture is light yellow and fluffy. Add in butter and chocolate mixture, cocoa powder, flour, and toffee, then mix to combine.
- Pour 1/3 of brownie mixture into pan, using an off set spatula spread mixture to an even layer. Place Reese's cups on top. Layer Reese's cups with remaining brownie mixture. Sprinkle top with crushed Pretzel M&Ms and Fritos.
- Bake at 325 degrees for about 30-35 minutes, or until cake tester inserted in the middle comes out clean. Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before cutting.
**See post for notes**
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OMG this looks like an indulgence I seriously need to get after. Obsessed with all the add ins!
Oh my word!!! This looks insane – well played. Everything is better with Reese’s cups and pretzel M & M’s! Yum!
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Woah.
I JUST MADE some brownies that I used to clear my pantry for my Monday post. Taking pics of them later on today. And I love your recipe for that reason. And that you even worked in Fritos. LOVE it!
Nothing beats over the top. I love it! The name, the brownies and all the add ins. These are something I would have been to afraid too post in fear that people would call me crazy and basically just get mad, but I am so happy you did! So stickin amazing!
My skinny jean’s worst nightmare… but my taste buds heaven.
Nothing better than a fatty! The only thing I can think of is “get in my mouth!” and Will my pants expand to the size I will get if I had these in my house?
OMG! I think I gained 5 pounds just looking at those amazing photos!
hahaha I love the name of these!! they look SO decadent and amazing!
Can I eat these beauties without becoming a Fatty?
this.is.pure.genius!
Caloric overload has never looked better! (Now I need to lace up my running shoes and get moving!)
Completely drooling over here! And the name makes me chuckle and want to slip on my sweat pants:)
Haha fatty bars is really the perfect name… and yes, I would lose all self control.
LOVE the name,and it definitely seems fitting {totally worth it though}
You put fritos in this dessert? I love it. I’m pulling out my springform pan right now…
Naomi Robinson replied: — September 18th, 2013 @ 12:02 pm
Vicki – It’s 350 degrees. Thanks for letting me know. I’ve fixed the recipe.
Sounds amazing Im making thses for my boyfriends bday this wkend…he’ll love them. Question though, beginning of directions say heat over to 350, but then the end says bake at 325…?
Oh man, this will satisfy on those days I need chocolate and I need to wear my fat pants.
Love the name! Gotta love the Fritos on top.
= my belly after realizing it needs more food right before bed, bc I only ate two meals alllll day.
Goodness, these look completely GLORIOUS! I’m busting out my fat pants and making a batch.
the name says it all, and i love it. i really, really love it- not to mention that I want to shove my face into those bars.
Oh, Naomi. Everything is SO right with these bars. I used fritos in chocolate chip cookies a few weeks back and there’s just something about chips baked in sweets! They get caramelized or something! I need to clean out my pantry, too! How perfect
These have allllll the good stuff in them. My goodness!
Lawd! This is what dreams are made of..
ahhhhhhhh, I need like half of this!
Props for calling it as you see it! These sound fantastic, pretzel M & M’s make everything better!
Love your latest creation. =)
I can’t think of a more perfect name! These Fatty Bars do indeed look over-the-top, but totally lovable. Another winner!
I love the name and the bars!
I love the names you give your desserts! You’re perfect and so are these bars!
Fatty Bars is perfect! These look like the best thing that would ever happen to my pantry!
Sweet and salty is the way to go! Not sure if I could finish one of these slices in a single sitting!
WOW! These are trouble!
Perfect name for the perfect bars! I can’t believe you put Fritos in them! LOVE!
I don’t know which I love more…the story, the name or the recipe. Ok, we both know the REAL answer….the recipe!
Can’t wait to try these Fatty Bars!!
good lord woman!!
pass me one lol
Your photography makes everything look so elegant – even Fatty Bars!
I’m just getting fat by looking at these. We don’t have Fritos over here
will salted doritos work?
Fatty bars, perfect name and they look like the perfect treat.
Hahaha #Fatty These are awesome :)!
Fatty bars = best name ever. These bars look sinfully delicious! Perfect way to clear out all the opened and half eaten bags of food in the pantry. I love your photos – these are beautiful.
This recipe totally reminds me of the “fat kid cake” I had at a restaurant in Calgary called “Model Milk”. It was layers of chocolate cake with raspberry buttercream, cheesecake, peanut butter, chocolate covered pretzels and candy. So good!
Hate the name, love the recipe! : )
These look incredible! I will definitely save this recipe for a rainy day!
My nieces are going to go nuts for these!!! Genius!
Making these right now … I hope I haven’t messed them up by starting at 325 degrees and trying to finish at 350