Brownie Pops

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 13x9 inch pan with foil so foil extends about 2 inches over sides of pan. Spray foil with cooking spray.
2. 2
   Make brownie mix as directed on box for 13x9 inch pan. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
3. 3
   Place brownies in freezer for 30 minutes.
4. 4
   Remove brownies from pan by lifting foil; peel foil from sides of brownies.
5. 5
   Cut brownies into 24 rectangular bars, 6 strips lenghtwise and 4 rows across, each about 1-1/2 by6 3-1/4 inches.
6. 6
   Gently insert stick into end of each bar, peeling foil from bars.
7. 7
   Place on baking sheet, freeze 30 minutes.
8. 8
   In microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips and shortening on high about 1 minute; stir until smooth. If necessary, microwave additional 5 seconds at a time.
9. 9
   Dip top 1/3 to 1/2 of each brownie into chocolate.
10. 10
    Decorate with sprinkles, candy, etc.
11. 11
    Lay flat on waxed paper or foil to dry.