# Festive Pomegranate-Infused Chocolates This Dark Chocolate Bark Contains Juicy Pomegranate Seeds By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-12-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-bark References: [food52](http://food52.com/blog/15229-this-dark-chocolate-pomegranate-bark-is-worth-its-bite) & [food52](http://food52.com/recipes/39693-chocolate-pomegranate-bark) The 'Food52' blog recently put together a recipe for making decadent dark chocolate bark. This time of year, most people spend their time making dozens of cookies for friends and family. This simple recipe offer a tart and juicy alternative to conventional Christmas cookies. Chocolate bark is an excellent alternative to Christmas cookies because it is simple to make and easy to customize. This recipe uses [walnuts and pomegranate seeds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triple-cranberry-chocolate-selector) to create a decadent holiday treat. To make the dark chocolate bark, all that's required is melting some high-quality dark chocolate and then adding walnut pieces and pomegranate arils. The addition of pomegranate seeds gives the chocolate a tart and fruity flavor that perfectly complements the bitter undertones of the dark chocolate. The recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a creative alternative to traditional Christmas cookies. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pomegranate-infused Treats:** Opportunity to create a line of pomegranate-infused confectioneries and snacks to cater to the growing demand for healthy yet indulgent treats. - **Customizable Chocolate Bark:** Innovation opportunity for businesses to create customizable chocolate bark that caters to consumers' preferred toppings and flavors. - **Fruity Dark Chocolate Varieties:** Businesses can explore creating new variations of dark chocolate by infusing them with different fruits to provide consumers with a wider range of options. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Confectionery Industry:** Companies in the confectionery industry can explore using pomegranate seeds and other fruits to create new, healthier treats for their consumers. - **Specialty Chocolate Industry:** Opportunity in the specialty chocolate industry to create customized chocolate bars and barks that cater to consumers' unique preferences. - **Health Food Industry:** Businesses in the health food industry can explore using dark chocolate and pomegranate seeds to create snacks that cater to health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Candy Cane Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/galerie-au-chocolat-1.md) - [Holiday-Themed Cookie Barks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolate-peppermint-cookie-bark.md) - [Authentic Argentinian Chocolate Barks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-table-baking-company.md) - [Tree-Shaped Chocolate Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/treeshaped-chocolate-bites.md) - [Healthy Seasonal Seed Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/munchy-seeds-choccy-cranberry.md) - [Festive Chocolate Bark Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-bark-1.md) - [Dubai-Style Chocolate Barks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-bark.md) - [Christmas Baked Good Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gnaw-chocolate-bar-flavors.md) - [Bergamot-Infused Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-citrus.md)