Gourmet Pretzel Rods

By emp1438

A crunchy, chewy,sweet and salty holiday treat. Very easy to make and makes a great holiday gift.

Ingredients

• 1 (14 ounce) package individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
• 1 tablespoon water
• 15 pretzel rods
• 1/2 (14 ounce) package candy-coated chocolate pieces
• 1 1/2 cups chopped peanuts

Details

Servings 15
Adapted from allrecipes.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a microwave safe dish, combine caramels and water. Microwave for 2 to 2 1/2 minutes or until smooth, stirring after each minute.
Dip a pretzel rod into melted caramel. Reserve about an inch at the end to use as a handle, and spread smooth with a spatula or the back of a spoon. Attach 12 chocolate pieces, then roll in chopped peanuts. Place on wax paper until set.