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.
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.
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! 🙂
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!
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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Description
This chocolate covered pomegranate recipe is perfect for Valentine’s Day and beyond.
Instructions
- Remove the seeds from pomegranate and reserve 2/3 cup for chocolates.
- In a double boiler (see above), melt chocolate until smooth and creamy.
- In a mini muffin pan, add 12 mini muffin inserts to the pan,
- 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.
- Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or until set.
- Remove from muffin tin and enjoy.
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FAQs
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? ›
In many culinary applications, such as adding pomegranate seeds to salads, desserts, or snacks, both the red arils and the white pith are consumed together. The pith is not toxic or harmful, so feel free to enjoy the entire seed if you like the combination of textures and flavors it provides.
Do you eat pomegranate seeds or spit them out? ›
What part of the pomegranate do I eat? You see those glistening red jewels inside? They're called arils, and they're full of delicious, nutritious sweet-tart juice surrounding a small white crunchy seed. You can eat the whole arils including the fiber-rich seeds, or spit out the seeds if you prefer- it's your choice!
How many calories in Brookside chocolate covered pomegranate? ›
Description. Soft fruit flavored centers covered in smooth dark chocolate. 6 pouches per carton. Per 1 Pouch Serving: 90 calories; 2.5 g sat fat (13% DV); 30 mg sodium (1% DV); 11 g sugars.
Who should not eat pomegranate? ›
If you have diabetes, ask your doctor before drinking fruit juices, including pomegranate. 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.
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 it OK to eat pomegranate everyday? ›
Eating pomegranates on a daily basis, or drinking the juice can be an excellent aid for your immunity, fight Type-2 diabetes, keep blood pressure in check, smoothen digestion and make your skin glow too. So, the next time you want to pick up a snack, munch on a pomegranate.
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.
Enjoy pomegranate seeds in these ways:
- Sprinkle pomegranate seeds on oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothie bowls.
- Toss seeds into green salads or savory grain bowls.
- Stir seeds into fruit salads or parfaits.
- Blend seeds into smoothies, or extract juice from the seeds for a juice.
- Eat them by the spoonful.
It's sweet and healthy! I was pleasantly surprised by how great this candy tasted. It's a sweet and healthy candy that I don't feel guilty about eating. You can eat a good bit for minimal calories too.
Is Brookside chocolate Hershey? ›
BROOKSIDE Chocolate | Bold and Ballsy Dark Chocolate Candy by Hershey.
What is a healthy portion of pomegranate? ›
Pomegranates are fruits, which are part of a healthy diet. Half a pomegranate is one Food Guide serving of Vegetables and Fruit and has 14 grams of carbohydrate and 3 grams of fibre.
How many pomegranate seeds can you eat a day? ›
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.
How much pomegranate is too much in a day? ›
Most people can safely drink a serving of pomegranate juice most days as part of a varied diet. However, anyone with a health condition should check first with a doctor that it is safe for them to increase their consumption of this juice. One serving is 1 cup of 100% juice.
What happens if you eat too much pomegranate? ›
A small number of people may experience digestive issues such as diarrhea from eating pomegranates, the NIH reports. Although you probably won't eat the root, stem and peel, consuming too much of these parts of the fruit may not be safe. For most people, pomegranates offer yet another tasty option to eat more fruit.
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