• Cover a cookie sheet with wax paper.
• Melt the chocolates either in a double boiler or in a microwave.
  • If using a double boiler, I suggest putting the chocolate chips in either a smaller saucepan inside the double boiler or in a Pyrex measuring cup inside the double boiler. It is easier to dip if the chocolate isn't spread over a large area. Stir constantly and remove from heat as soon as the chips are melted.
  • If using the microwave, heat on high for one minute then take out and stir. If needed, heat at 10 to 15 second intervals just until melted.
• Dip the ends of the Candy Canes or Pretzel Rods in the chocolate.  When you lift them out of the chocolate, gently shake them  side to side for a few seconds to remove any excess chocolate. It may be helpful to spoon the chocolate over the portion of the pretzel rod/ candy cane that you want dipped.
• Place the candy canes and/or pretzels on the wax paper covered cookie sheet to cool and harden.
• Once the chocolate is cool and hardened, wrap each pretzel rod/candy cane separately with plastic wrap.
• For Candy Canes tie a bow around the wrapped candy cane.
• For Pretzel Rods, if giving as a gift, bundle several individually wrapped pretzels together and tie a ribbon around the bundle.

Optional: Before the chocolate hardens on the pretzels, sprinkle with non pareils.

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