1. Melt chocolate chips using double boiler method or microwave.
2. To melt chocolate in the microwave, put chocolate chips in a glass bowl. Set microwave for 30 seconds. After that time, stir the chocolate and melt for another 30 seconds. Repeat again until the chocolate is melted.
3. To melt chocolate chips using the double boiler method pour 1 and ½ – 2 cups of water into a medium-sized pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Pour melted chocolate into a large glass bowl and place on the pot. Stir constantly until the chocolate melts. Remove from heat.
4. Prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Pour chocolate over it and smooth nicely with spatula. Make a thin layer of chocolate about 7″ x 7″.
   

For Pretzel & M&M’s chocolate bark

1. Follow directions for chocolate above then top with pretzels, mini M&M’s and glitter sprinkles.
2. Let rest on the counter for 4 hours to harden.

For Dried Fruit and Nuts Chocolate Bark

1. Follow directions for chocolate above then top with dried pineapple, walnuts, pistachios and white chocolate chips.
2. Let rest on the counter for 4 hours to harden.

Cranberry and Almond Chocolate Bark

1. Melt semi sweet chocolate chips in microwave or using double boiler method.
2. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pour melted chocolate over top. Spread thinly with spatula into about an 8″ x 8″ square. Set aside.
3. Put white chocolate wafers or chocolate chips into a separate large bowl and melt in microwave or using double boiler method.
4. Spread white chocolate on top of semi sweet chocolate. Using toothpick swirl the chocolate so the dark chocolate combines well with the white chocolate.
5. Top with cranberries, slivered almonds and chocolate sprinkles.
6. Let rest on the counter for 4 hours to harden.

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