Festive Jeweled Chocolate Treat (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ For the Bark

01 - 300 grams or 10 ounces quality dark chocolate, chopped into small pieces
02 - 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan or sea salt
03 - 3/4 cup pomegranate arils (roughly the quantity from 1 pomegranate)
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted, shelled pistachios, roughly chopped

# Instructions:

01 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place chocolate in a heat-proof bowl set over a small pot of gently simmering water (make sure water doesn't touch the bottom of the bowl). Stir chocolate until almost fully melted (about 90% melted). Remove from heat and continue to stir until chocolate is fully melted. Add salt and stir to combine.
03 - Pour melted chocolate onto the center of the lined baking sheet and spread out into a rectangular shape (roughly 8×10 inches and 1/4 inch thick). It won't fill the whole sheet.
04 - Immediately sprinkle the pomegranate arils and chopped pistachios over the chocolate. Press in gently to ensure they adhere to the chocolate.
05 - Place in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes or until chocolate has hardened. You can also place it in a cool location like a covered deck or garage if it's cold out. Alternatively, allow it to set at room temperature for 2-4 hours.
06 - Once hardened, break the bark into pieces or cut with a sharp knife and enjoy!

# Notes:

01 - For best results, use high-quality dark chocolate such as Lindt Excellence 70% Cacao Dark Chocolate Bar.
02 - Store in a container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for a couple of months. The freezer is preferable for longer storage.
03 - Line storage container with parchment paper and place parchment between layers to prevent sticking.
04 - Carefully wipe any condensation from the bottom of the bowl before pouring out chocolate to prevent water from causing the chocolate to seize.
05 - Pat the pomegranate arils with a paper towel to dry them before sprinkling on top of the chocolate.
06 - You can also melt the chocolate in the microwave by warming it in 15-second intervals, stirring after each until just melted.

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