Delicious homemade treats
1 Tablespoon vegetable shortening
1 (12 oz.) pkg. semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
20-30 regular pretzels, rods, or twists
Wax paper lined baking sheet
One pair of kitchen tongs
Chopped nuts, sprinkles (optional)
In a large microwave safe bowl, melt chocolate and shortening in 1 minute intervals, being careful as you stir the mixture. Do not allow the mixture to scorch, as melting in the microwave does not take long.Once melted, pick up your pretzels with the tongs and dip into the chocolate mixture, allowing the excess to drip off. This is where if you want to add extras such as chopped nuts or sprinkles, you would roll the still moist pretzel into both or either.Once you have dipped the pretzel, place on the wax paper lined baking sheet. Once all of the pretzels have been dipped, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes and allow to set.These pretzels can then be stored for about one week in an airtight container.
