Let’s sweeten things up, baby! :-)
Are you READY for tomorrow’s night party??? Every party should have something that’s sweet and colorful like these pomegranate dark chocolates … FES-TIVE!
If you are also a dark chocolate LOVER, you gotta try these pomegranates. I’m telling you, there is somethings special about dark chocolate covered pomegranates that is magical.
So instead of showing up today with a ‘wrap up the year’ kind of post or sharing my ‘top 10 recipes of 2015’, I thought of creating a new recipe for you instead.
A SPECIAL recipe for my special readers! Thank you for your feedback over the year. It has been an honor and a privilege knowing that I have inspired some of you in a few ways – to show passion for cooking, to eat healthier, to start having breakfast, to even take up running … FANTASTIC!
Selfie from my latest run :-)
What was I doing here in the first place? :)) Oh yeah, you basically need two ingredients to make this recipe – pomegranate seeds and dark chocolate. AND, of course an ice cube tray or candy molds.
But let me better show you how easy these pomegranate dark chocolates are to make.
For 21 pomegranates I melted 200 grams of chocolate with 81% cocoa content in the microwave. You could also place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl and melt over pan of simmering water until melted. Stir well.
Meanwhile, de-seed half of a pomegranate.
Fill each mold with chocolate to the halfway point. Then place 1 teaspoon of pomegranate seeds per slot.
Finally, cover the seeds completely in more chocolate.
Freeze to set the dark chocolate covered pomegranate candies, typically 1 hour.
- - 200 gr dark chocolate (81% cacao content)
- - ½ (half) medium pomegranate
- For 21 pomegranates I melted 200 grams of chocolate with 81% cocoa content in the microwave. You could also place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl and melt over pan of simmering water until melted. Stir well.
- Meanwhile, de-seed half of a pomegranate.
- Fill each mold with chocolate to the halfway point. Then place 1 teaspoon of pomegranate seeds per slot. Finally, cover the seeds completely in more chocolate.
- Freeze to set the dark chocolate covered pomegranate candies, typically 1 hour.
P.S. If you tried it, I'd love to hear from you. Thanks!
Et Voilà, what a FUN treat to put out on holiday tables. Ah, before I forget, I should also mention that if you don’t like dark chocolate, feel free to use your favourite one. Just do it and let me know how much you loved it! :-)
Happy New Year! I wish you health and all the best in 2016!
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OMG, these look so good! I love the fruity refreshing burst of pomegranates and the darker the chocolate the better for me! Love how incredibly easy these are too. What a way to ring in the New Year!
Thank you so much, Jenn! :) They were indeed a crowd pleaser. Happy New Year!
Now this is simplicity at its finest, yet they looks so decadent and elegant. A great party-pleaser for sure!
Happy New Year, Kelly! :) Thank you for the love. Xx
I love simple recipes like this, that taste and look so impressive – yum!
Thank you, Kristina! :) Happy New Year!
YUM! They remind me of chocolate covered cherries. This is so easy and looks delicious.
Chocolate covered cherries sound also yummy. :-) I need to try this combo one day. Thanks, Linda & Happy New Year!
This is so super simple and sounds so amazing! <3 I love chocolate and fruit treats, especially with juicy, tart ones like pomegranates. Happy and healthy 2016 for you as well!
Happy New Year, Kat! Thank you so much! Xx
Love your little candy molds! What a healthful treat and these two flavors would be perfect together. Thanks!
SO happy to read your comment, Ginny! :) I wish you a happy & healthy 2016!
Omg they look so pretty n healthy too – I can eat 4-5 of them at a go!
Ha ha! :)) You could. Thanks a lot, Molly! Happy New Year!
Wow, these are so incredibly gorgeous! I love how elegant they look and the fact they are so easy is such a bonus!
I love how easy this is and how beautiful! I have the same ice mold and I’m going to give these a try.
Oh, you won’t regret a second. Enjoy them! :)
I love the idea of pomegranate and chocolate together although it is a combination I have never tried. They look totally delicious.
These are two of my most favorite things ever!!! I love dark chocolate everything! :)
Oh look at those! May I just reach in and grab one?
Suuuuuuure! :) Just come on over … ;) Thanks, Jacqueline!
Oh em gee. These sound like the best thing EVER!! Dark chocolate and pomegranate are one of my favorite combos, right up there with antioxidants and deliciousness. YUM. :)
very delicious indeed! :) Thank you, Gin! :)
WTF!! This is such an amazing idea!!! Also love the photos of these pralines! I’m well impressed :-D
Ha ha! :)) Thank you, Howie! Your comment just made my day. Happy New Year! :)
YAY! :) Let me know please how it goes. I hope you like them as much as I do. Hugs, Vel! XX
This is such a brilliant idea, Cris!! I love pomegranate and I’m sure they’re even better when they’re covered in dark chocolate! :-)
Thank you so much, Sina! :)
Loved it!!! Thanks, Cris! :-) I will do it again next week.
WOW!!! You must have loved it then. :) Nice! Thanks for your message, Ella.
Fantastic run being topped by these delicious candies – KUDOS to Cris for the fantastic catering!
;) Thank you!
This sounds way too delicious.
Thank you, Carol! :-) You should try them as soon as possible.
Thank you, Carol! :)
Hi! Thqnk you for this great recipe. But i have some concerns concerning the pomegrnate. They do contain water , shouldnt we treat them (remove the water) before w e add them to the chocolate?
Tk u