# How-To:
01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
02 - Combine chocolate and optional coconut oil in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth.
03 - Transfer the melted chocolate into a piping bag or small zip-top bag, cutting a tiny corner for piping.
04 - Place pretzel sticks spaced evenly on the prepared parchment; these will serve as the tree trunks.
05 - Pipe zigzag lines of chocolate over each pretzel stick, creating triangular tree shapes.
06 - Sprinkle colored sprinkles and sugar pearls onto the wet chocolate immediately to ensure adhesion.
07 - Allow trees to set at room temperature for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 10 minutes until firm.
08 - Carefully peel the chocolate trees off the parchment and serve or package as gifts.
