The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (2024)

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Oh Yeah, I Am Excited!

It isn’t often that I get this excited about a recipe! Ok, I might be fibbing a bit….I am ALWAYS excited to share my recipes with you all, but this recipe is absolutely amazing!

A few weeks ago I really dove into learning everything there is to know about a pomegranate. To think that I had never even tried one before because I didn’t know how to open one and retrieve the fruit/seeds.

Well, I tackled that and did a video on How To Open A Pomegranate in Less Than 1 Minutes and now I just can not get enough of these little things! If you missed last weeks post on Winter Fruit Salad with Lemon Poppy Seed Dressing, be sure to check it out!

Let’s Get To Cooking!

These little candies are so easy to make! The first thing you need to do is get the seeds out of your pomegranate. Be sure to watch the video on how to remove the seeds quickly. You will only need about 2/3 cup of pomegranate seeds for this recipe. You could use more if you would like and you certainly will have some left over to enjoy later.

After you have removed the seeds, set aside. Now you are going to need 1 cup of dark chocolate. I usedEnjoy Life Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips, Gluten, Dairy, nut & Soy Free, Mini Chips for this recipe.

How To Use A Double Boiler

In a double boiler, melt your chocolate. I have 4 pictures below to show you how to properly set up a double boiler. Just add enough water to a saucepan to touch the bottom of the bowl that will sit inside the saucepan. Make sure the bowl is safe for heat and that water won’t get into the bowl that has the chocolate.

Bring the water to a boil and set the bowl on top of the water (turn heat down once you add chocolate) , pour the chocolate in the bowl and stir until it is nicely melted. This took me about 5 minutes.

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Assembling The Chocolates

Do not remove the bowl with the chocolate from the saucepan. The hot water below the bowl will allow the chocolate to stay warm while you are assembling the candy. Simply remove the saucepan from the burner once the chocolate is melted and take it to the desired location where you are putting together your candy.

In a mini muffin pan, add some mini muffin inserts. Place some melted chocolate in the bottom of the muffin insert and place the pomegranate seeds on top of the chocolate.

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Continue to do this for all 12 pieces of candy. It is okay if things get a little messy…trust me, it is worth it!

I didn’t fill mine all the way to the top because I really wanted to taste the chocolate, but if you are wanting more of a pomegranate burst, fill them up! 🙂

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Now simply pour more chocolate over the pomegranates. If you added more pomegranate to your candy, you might need a little more melted chocolate.

Can I just tell you…you know when you have a chocolate covered cherry and you bite into it and the juice just pours out of the bite? Oh, the ooey, gooey goodness (I know, ooey isn’t a word, but you can taste the deliciousness!) Well that is what you get from these fantastic candies! Watch out, they are juicy and delicious!

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Place in the refrigerator until the chocolates firm up. Mine took about a half hour to set up. When they set, dive in and enjoy!

I store mine in the refrigerator for about a week but they won’t last that long. My guess is that you will be making another batch tomorrow! 🙂 A perfect treat for the upcoming valentines holiday!

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  • Author: Halle Cottis
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (8)Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (9)Total Time: 10 minutes
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (10)Yield: 9 servings 1x
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (11)Category: dessert
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (12)Method: stovetop
  • The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (13)Cuisine: american

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This chocolate covered pomegranate recipe is perfect for Valentine’s Day and beyond.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Remove the seeds from pomegranate and reserve 2/3 cup for chocolates.
  2. In a double boiler (see above), melt chocolate until smooth and creamy.
  3. In a mini muffin pan, add 12 mini muffin inserts to the pan,
  4. Coat the inside of the bottom of the muffin inserts with some melted chocolate and top with a spoonful of pomegranate seeds. Top with some more chocolate to cover seeds.
  5. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or until set.
  6. Remove from muffin tin and enjoy.

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The Best Chocolate Covered Pomegranate Recipe Ever! (2024)

FAQs

Are chocolate covered pomegranates healthy? ›

Combining dark chocolate with pomegranate also makes these an antioxidant rich treat.

Can you eat too many pomegranate seeds? ›

While pomegranate seeds are safe to eat, consuming a large amount can lead to gastrointestinal problems. A rare side effect of eating an excessive number of pomegranate seeds is an intestinal blockage. People with chronic constipation are at a slightly higher risk of this.

Are you supposed to eat the whole pomegranate seed? ›

Can you eat pomegranate seeds? Pomegranate seeds are safe to eat and are a good source of many vitamins and nutrients. People may also refer to pomegranate seeds as arils. The white flesh surrounding these seeds is technically edible but is bitter, and most people avoid it.

Do you eat pomegranate seeds or spit them out? ›

Inside each aril is a small seed. It's OK to eat the arils as a whole or stick with the juice and spit out the seeds. But don't eat the rind and white areas, called membranes, around the arils. Half of a cup of arils has 72 calories, 16 grams of carbohydrates and three grams of fiber.

When should you not eat pomegranates? ›

If you have diarrhea, do not drink pomegranate juice or take pomegranate extract. Pregnant women should not take pomegranate extract because it may contain fruit rind.

What happens to your body when you eat pomegranate daily? ›

Pomegranates can have up to three times more antioxidants than green tea or red wine. Antioxidants protect our cells from damage caused by free radicals and reduce inflammation. Studies suggest that pomegranates can help protect your heart in many ways, such as lowering blood pressure as well as blood sugar levels.

Is it OK to eat a whole pomegranate in one sitting? ›

Eating pomegranates as a whole can have anti-inflammatory effects and can protect a human body from various diseases like type-2 diabetes, and obesity.

Why shouldn't you swallow pomegranate seeds? ›

Animal studies suggest that this unique acid provides anti-inflammatory effects for the body and brain. While no evidence indicates that pomegranate seeds are unhealthy, a very high intake may increase the risk of intestinal blockage in people with severe, chronic constipation.

What medications do pomegranates interfere with? ›

Taking pomegranate juice along with medications for high blood pressure might cause your blood pressure to go too low. Some medications for high blood pressure include captopril (Capoten), enalapril (Vasotec), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), ramipril (Altace), and others.

Is there a limit to how many pomegranate seeds you can eat? ›

How Many Pomegranate Seeds Should You Eat a Day? There's no specific limit. However, a handful a day as part of a balanced diet is a good start. For people with diabetes or other diet restrictions, consume based on your diet plan.

Can I eat pomegranate at night? ›

Having this fruit in the morning provides energy to the body. In fact, you can have it even after having your meal as well. However, you should not eat pomegranate at night as it can slow down your metabolism. The fiber present in pomegranate can make it difficult for your stomach to digest it at night.

How many pomegranate seeds can you eat at once? ›

There is no standard recommended dose for pomegranate. Eating the seeds and drinking the juice as part of a healthy diet are both considered safe, and there are minimal side effects from eating the fruit for most healthy adults.

What are the side effects of eating pomegranate seeds? ›

You might be allergic to pomegranate seeds – Pomegranate allergies might not be very common. But it can be threatening for those who go through it. So, please check for the signs like itching, pain in the stomach, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, swelling in the throat, and sore throat.

What is the best way to eat pomegranate seeds? ›

The arils are what hold the antioxidant-rich, sweet/tart pomegranate juice, and are great for topping salads, yogurt, cereal, oatmeal, or popping 'em plain and pretending they're healthy Nerds.

Does pomegranate change stool color? ›

Does It Change Stool Colour? It can, similar to beets because it is such a rich red colour it can change the colour of your poop to a red colour. If you notice this though, it may be good to check with your Doctor. As a red or black coloured stool can indicate a serious health issues.

Is pomegranate cover good for health? ›

The peels are packed with powerful antioxidants that help fight against dangerous and life‐threatening heart diseases. PoP lowers cholesterol levels, reduces oxidative stress, restores heart health, and lowers blood pressure.

Is dark chocolate and pomegranate good for you? ›

Is there a way to make dark chocolate even more delicious and beneficial for your health? Yes! Add antioxidant-packed ginger and pomegranate seeds, and you've got a delicious, mood-boosting treat with no guilt. Now, doesn't that put a smile on your face?

Are Brooksides healthy? ›

they are quite healthy and a mix of both enjoyment of your nuts and your dark chocolate. A Better for You, Sweet Treat I love these little treats! Dark chocolate and Acai... what more do you need for a healthy snack option?!

What can you not eat in a pomegranate? ›

Note that small scratches on the skin won't affect the inside. Only eat the seeds. Though the white, pithy part is safe to eat, it's bitter and most people choose to discard it. The skin is technically edible as well but generally used in extract and powdered forms.

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