WHITE DIPPED FRUIT

3 bars (one 6 oz. box) Nestle Toll House Premier White Baking Bars, broken into pieces
1 tablespoon vegetable shortening
24 pieces fresh fruit bite-size pieces fresh fruit (strawberries, orange, kiwi, banana or melon), rinsed and patted dry

Line a baking sheet with wax paper; set aside.

Microwave baking bars and vegetable shortening in medium, uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on MEDIUM-HIGH (70%) power for 1 minute; stir. The bars may retain some of their original shape. If necessary, microwave at additional 10 to 15 second intervals, stirring just until melted; cool slightly.

Dip fruit about halfway into melted baking bars; shake off excess. Place on prepared baking sheet; refrigerate until set.

VARIATIONS:
Pretzels, nuts, dried fruit, pound cake or cookies can also be used.

Makes 24 servings
Source: Nestle