Crunchy pretzel rods dipped in chocolate and decorated in red, white, and blue for a festive 4th of July dessert.

Pretzel rods

Chocolate chips or chocolate bark

White chocolate (optional)

Red, white, and blue sprinkles

1. Melt chocolate in microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time.

2. Dip each pretzel rod two-thirds into melted chocolate.

3. Place on parchment paper.

4. Add sprinkles before chocolate sets.

5. Let sit until firm or refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Store in airtight container.

Best served at room temperature.

Wrap individually for party favors.