Pistachio Pomegranate Chocolate Bark

My pistachio pomegranate chocolate bark is a wholesome holiday candy that’s become an absolute favorite in our house! Every time I make this treat, my husband can’t stay out of the bowl! It’s got the perfect balance of sweetness from semi-sweet chocolate, saltiness from pistachios, and freshness from pomegranates.

It’s a treat that I make every year once pomegranates hit the grocery store shelves. I hope this recipe finds a special place in your kitchen during the holidays! This recipe includes a video tutorial so you can make it alongside me, step-by-step!

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If you’re looking for a better holiday candy option, this chocolate bark is perfect. It’s not made with caramels, candy, or tons of sugar. Just 4 simple and wholesome ingredients: semi-sweet chocolate chips, pomegranates, pistachios, and sea salt.

After one bite, you’ll want to make it over and over again. It’s that delicious, and the flavors play wonderfully together! I mean, who doesn’t love chocolate and pomegranate recipes? I can’t wait for you to give it a try!

Inspiration Behind My Pistachio Pomegranate Chocolate Bark Recipe

A few years ago as the holiday season started coming closer, I began thinking about all the desserts and candies everyone enjoys. For me, I love a good chunk of fudge or a buckeye, but I can’t eat more than a few pieces.

So, I wanted to create a holiday candy that wasn’t overly sweet. That’s how this recipe was born! I absolutely love pomegranates and the combo of chocolate and pistachios, so I thought, why not put them all together?!

It was a fun recipe to create that now marks the beginning of the holiday season in our house. As soon as we see pomegranates hit the grocery store shelves, my husband starts asking me to whip up a batch of this bark. I treasure how much he loves it!

What is Chocolate Bark?

Chocolate bark is melted chocolate spread thin with toppings sprinkled on top. It’s then cooled to harden and broken into pieces. It’s a really simple and fun treat to make!

Why We Love This Chocolate Pomegranate Bark and So Will You!

• Easy to Make: This recipe is beginner-friendly with simple steps.
• Wholesome Holiday Candy Option: It’s a much better option without all that sugar!
• Sweet and Salty: The balance of sweet and salty are perfect.
• Perfect for Gifting: It’s a great treat to wrap up and give to friends, family, and neighbors during the holidays.
• Crave-able Taste: The sweetness, saltiness, and freshness of this bark is so crave-able!

My Tips for Making This Chocolate Bark

• Use semi-sweet chocolate rather than milk chocolate for the best balance of sweetness.
• Use a ripe, fresh pomegranate for the best flavor.
• Roughly chop the pistachios so they’re different sizes.
• Spread the chocolate really thin on the pan so it’s easy to break.
• If you’re in a rush, place the bark in the freezer so it’ll set up quicker.

The Best Way to Cut Up a Pomegranate

1. Slice off the top of the pomegranate to expose the sections
2. Slice vertical cuts where each section of the pomegranate membrane is
3. Then use your hands to break each section apart
4. Use your thumbs to get each pomegranate seed out of the peel

Ingredients You’ll Need  (with notes and substitutions)

Note: Please see the recipe card at the bottom of this blog post for measurements.

• semi-sweet chocolate chips: you can use any brand you’d like but I do recommend using a good quality chocolate chip for the best flavor
• pomegranate seeds: use a fresh, ripe pomegranate which you can tell best by it’s shape and weight
• pistachios: I like to use roasted, salted pistachios that are still in their shells but you can use unsalted/unroasted if desired
• sea salt: sea salt adds the perfect finish to this chocolate

Helpful Kitchen Tools for this Recipe

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• medium saucepan
• glass bowl
• unbleached parchment paper
• large baking sheet

How to Make Pistachio Pomegranate Chocolate Bark

Note: Please see the recipe card at the bottom of this blog post for the full written recipe.

Prep Toppings

Slice pomegranate into quarters to get out the seeds. Measure out 1/3 cup and set aside.

Take pistachios out of shells (if they’re not already) and coarsely chop with a knife into small pieces. Measure out 1/3 cup and set aside.

Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.

Melt Chocolate over Double Broiler

Place a glass or stainless steel heat-safe bowl over a pot of boiling water. Ensuring the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water.

Add chocolate chips to bowl and melt over low-medium heat, stirring continuously until smooth then use hot pads to immediately take bowl off heat. Do not let chocolate burn.

Assemble Chocolate Bark

Pour melted chocolate on parchment-lined sheet pan right away. Use a spatula to spread it out into a thin, even layer.

Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and chopped pistachios over the top evenly. Gently press fruit and seeds down into the chocolate and sprinkle sea salt over the top.

Place sheet pan in the fridge for 1 hour or until fully cooled and chocolate is hardened. Break chocolate into pieces and enjoy!

Video Tutorial

Variations You Can Try

• Different Chocolate: You can use white chocolate for a white chocolate bark, dark chocolate for dark chocolate bark, or even milk chocolate for a sweeter chocolate bark.
• More Fruit and Nuts: Add double the pomegranates and pistachios for more toppings.
• Swirl the Chocolate: If you’d like to add a little white chocolate on top to make a swirled chocolate bark, you can.
• Different Nuts: Add pecans, walnuts, Brazil nuts, or even peanuts if desired.
• Different Fruit: You can add any fruit you’d like, fresh or dried.

How to Serve Pistachio Pomegranate Chocolate Bark

My husband enjoys it by itself, but I love it with a cup of spearmint tea! It’s the perfect treat after supper. It’s so good! You can also serve it at a holiday gathering or party, as a gift to friends or family, or any other way you desire!

Storage Instructions

Store chocolate bark in an airtight container, preferably glass, in the fridge for 4-5 days. It’s best enjoyed within the first few days while the pomegranate seeds are fresh and the nuts are crunchy.

How to Freeze Chocolate Bark

You can make this chocolate bark, break it up, and then freeze it in a container with parchment paper between stacking layers. It’ll last about 6 months in the freezer. When you’re ready to enjoy it , place it in the fridge for a few hours.

Frequently Asked Questiones

More Holiday Dessert Recipes To Try

If you’re looking for more desserts for the holiday season, try a few of these:

• French Vanilla Hot Chocolate From Scratch
• Peanut Butter Hot Chocolate From Scratch
• Sourdough Pumpkin Roll Bites
• Sourdough Christmas Tree Cakes (Inspired by Little Debbie)
• Sourdough Pistachio Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Pumpkin Pie Chia Seed Pudding
• Chocolate Chia Pudding Recipe From Scratch

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