Description
A simple and elegant chocolate pomegranate bark featuring rich bittersweet chocolate, fresh pomegranate seeds, and crunchy pistachio nuts. This festive and easy-to-make treat offers a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and nutty flavors, ideal for gifting or indulging yourself during the holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate
- 8.8 oz / 250 g bittersweet chocolate (couverture), chopped
Toppings
- 1 cup fresh pomegranate seeds (from 1 large pomegranate)
- ¾ cup (2.6 oz / 75 g) pistachio nuts
Instructions
- Prepare baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside to make sure the chocolate doesn’t stick during cooling.
- Melt chocolate: Melt the chopped bittersweet chocolate either in a heat-proof bowl set over a pot of gently simmering water (double boiler method) or in the microwave using 10-second increments, stirring in between to prevent burning.
- Spread chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate onto the prepared parchment paper and spread it evenly into a layer approximately ¼ inch thick or thicker if preferred, ensuring a uniform bark thickness.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle the fresh pomegranate seeds and pistachio nuts evenly over the warm chocolate and press them gently but firmly to embed them into the chocolate.
- Set chocolate: Place the baking sheet into the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden fully and set.
- Break into pieces: Once set, break the bark into roughly 15 pieces by hand or carefully cut them with a knife as desired.
- Store: Store the chocolate pomegranate bark in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- Enjoy: Serve and enjoy this delightful, festive treat!
Notes
- This dark chocolate pomegranate bark is an indulgent yet simple sweet treat with only three ingredients.
- It’s perfect for holiday gifting or as a festive party snack due to its stunning combination of colors and textures.
- Use good quality bittersweet couverture chocolate for the best flavor and smooth texture.
- Make sure to press the toppings firmly so they stick well to the chocolate once set.
- Store refrigerated to keep the bark fresh and prevent melting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (~26g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
