DIY Holiday Candy Bar

Instructions

• Line a baking sheet with parchment. Using a ruler and pencil, trace six 5 x 3-in. rectangles on parchment, then flip over so lines are still visible.

• Cut the pretzel rods in half, crosswise.

• Place brown candy melts in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high, stirring halfway through, about 1 min.

• Scoop 3 tbsp melted candy melts onto each rectangle. Use a palette knife or spoon to spread to the edges to create a “bar.” Place pretzel piece on the centre of each bar. Set aside until firm, 10 to 15 min.

• Place green candy melts in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high, stirring halfway through, about 1 min. Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a ¼-in. round tip, or a resealable zip-top bag with 1 corner snipped to make a ¼-in. diameter opening.

• Pipe a zigzag tree pattern, starting from one end of the pretzel rod, making each line longer than the previous one. Decorate with star-shaped candies and sprinkles. Set aside until firm, 10 to 15 min.

• Wrap each bar in a cellophane bag and tie with a ribbon.