Is Brookside Dark Chocolate Pomegranate halal?

Hi there! Our BROOKSIDE products are not currently Halal-certified.

How many calories are in brookside chocolate covered pomegranate?

Pomegranate dark chocolate by BROOKSIDE Nutrition Facts Portion Size 56 g Amount Per Portion 240 Calories % Daily Value * 25 more rows

When should you not eat pomegranates?

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. The juice, however, is considered safe.

What happens to your body when you eat pomegranate daily?

Pomegranates have polyphenol compounds called punicalagins or ellagitannins. These antioxidants help prevent your artery walls from thickening and reduce the buildup of cholesterol and plaque. Pomegranate juice also has high amounts of plant pigments called anthocyanins and anthoxanthins, which support heart health.

Does Brookside use real fruit?

Warning. These USED TO BE chocolate covered berries but are now filled with a fruit flavored corn syrup center.

What chocolate is safe for Muslims?

Popular chocolate bars are mostly halal, especially those with ingredients limited to cocoa mass, cocoa solids, and cocoa butter . Some additives, however, can make them haram or unlawful. These include alcoholic fillings and artificial coloring.

Is Brookside chocolate ethically sourced?

Products with the Rainforest Alliance Certified seal are grown and harvested on farms and forests that follow sustainable practices .

What is the healthiest part of a pomegranate?

Many of the nutrients in pomegranates come from the arils, but the seeds themselves provide a few nutrients as well. Studies show they're particularly high in vitamin E and magnesium (2).

Is Brookside a candy?

BROOKSIDE Dark Chocolate candy is made in facilities in British Columbia and Quebec, Canada. What are some favorite BROOKSIDE Dark Chocolate flavors? There are so many great BROOKSIDE Dark Chocolate candies, with some of the top flavors including blueberry and açai, pomegranate, and goji and raspberry.

Is dark chocolate covered fruit healthy?

They are filled with vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants . Adding dark chocolate is not only delicious but adds additional antioxidants. Both strawberries and dark chocolate have anti-inflammatory properties.

What to avoid with pomegranate?

This includes cholesterol-lowering medication like statins. Pomegranates also may interact with the blood thinner warfarin, decreasing the blood-thinning effect and increasing the chance of clotting. To be safe, talk with a health care professional before regularly consuming pomegranate fruit or pomegranate juice.

Is eating a piece of dark chocolate everyday good for you?

In addition, it has plenty of potassium, phosphorus, zinc, and selenium. Of course, 100 grams (3.5 ounces) is a fairly large amount and not something you should be consuming daily. These nutrients also come with 600 calories and moderate amounts of sugar. For this reason, dark chocolate is best consumed in moderation .

Salted Dark Chocolate Pomegranate Clusters

Published: Dec 18, 2022 · Modified: Dec 20, 2023 by Kristi · This post may contain affiliate links · 5 Comments

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I have been obsessed with pomegranate lately. The flavor is unbeatable and it is packed with antioxidants. Plus, it tastes great with chocolate. These salted dark chocolate pomegranate clusters are my latest pomegranate creation and they are SO good.

Salted Dark Chocolate Pomegranate Clusters - Avocado Skillet (1)

These no bake clusters are amazing and so easy to make. Would you believe that they are made from only 4 ingredients? So obsessed. Combining dark chocolate with pomegranate also makes these an antioxidant rich treat. So good!

Let's get into the recipe.

Why you'll love these dark chocolate pomegranate clusters

They're gluten free, dairy free, egg free and plant based/
They're the perfect plant based treat.
No complicated steps here - these clusters are made with only 4 ingredients and are easy to make.
Thanks to the dark chocolate they are packed with antioxidants.

Salted Dark Chocolate Pomegranate Clusters - Avocado Skillet (2)

Ingredients for healthy no bake chocolate pomegranate bites

dark chocolate
pomegranate
coconut oil
salt

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions to make no bake chocolate pomegranate clusters

Salted Dark Chocolate Pomegranate Clusters - Avocado Skillet (3)

Melt together chocolate and coconut oil. I microwaved mine in 3 30 seconds intervals.
Add pomegranate seeds to a large bowl. Pour over chocolate, and stir until everything is evenly coated.
Spoon out pomegranate onto a sheet pan lined with parchment paper into small and evenly sized clusters. Sprinkle salt over clusters

Substitutions

dark chocolate - can be subbed for any kind of chocolate

Equipment

You just need your a sheet pan and your fridge/freezer for this recipe

Storage instructions for no bake chocolate pomegranate clusters

The leftover clusters can be stored in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 3 days.

Recipe FAQ

Why is dark chocolate healthier for you?

Dark chocolate has more antioxidants and less fat when compared to other chocolate.

Can you eat pomegranate seeds?

Yes, pomegranate seeds can be eaten and are nutritious.

Recipe Pro-Tips

Use a good quality dark chocolate for the best tasting clusters. I love hu kitchen gems.

Other easy vegan treats to try

Salted Dark Chocolate Popcorn Bark with Almond Butter
Chocolate Covered Banana Bites with Almond Butter (vegan)
Healthy Single Serve Chocolate Chip Cookie (vegan)
Vegan No Bake Tahini Oatmeal Date bars with Dark Chocolate

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