Caramel Candy Pretzel Rods – Two Ways

Unwrap caramels and place in a large microwave safe bowl with the water; microwave on high 1 minute or until smooth.

Heat in additional 15 second increments if necessary. Let cool until bowl is just barely warm to the touch (will help caramel set quicker on the pretzels).

Line a tray or baking sheet with parchment paper.

Dip each pretzel in the caramel and/or spread with a butter knife so that all but 1″ to 1 1/2″ of the pretzel is covered.

Let set for a minute, then dip or roll in either M&M’s OR toffee bits/mini chocolate chips, pressing into caramel with your hand. Place on parchment paper lined sheet.

When done, place sheet in refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to set.

Meanwhile, melt white chocolate chips and semi-sweet chocolate chips in separate bowls in the microwave (takes about a minute).

Drizzle each pretzel with white chocolate, then dark chocolate and place on tray.

Return to refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to set completely.

Wrap in plastic wrap or cellophane bags and secured with a ribbon.