Winter just got a whole lot better with this creamy, rich pomegranate curd recipe. Pomegranate curd makes a create treat to pair with scones, muffins, biscuits, and shortbread.
The last time I made pomegranate curd... it was more of an experiment on how hard I could make things for myself. (In case you are wondering, the answer is very hard.) While I loved the overall flavor of the pomegranate curd, I wasn't happy with how laborous it is to make and wanted something that didn't involve pomegranate arils. Something more like a traditional curd.
So for both our sakes, I made pomegranate curd 2.0. It's creamier (obviously) and still have a rich flavor, plus it has a beautiful rich reddish color that I adore. You could always add some food coloring for a more intense color, but I love it just the way it is.
Pomegranate curd is unlike most other curds in that the richness of the curd is so much more promenant. I love pairing it with scones and muffins for a nice morning treat, but it is also great with just about everything you pair it with.
For a nice twist, you can add other flavors in your curd such as cardamom, ginger, cinnamon, honey, and different types of citrus.
Pomegranate Curd Recipe 2.0
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I was inspired by the blackberry curd Sarah from The Sugar Hut made for her Victoria sponge cake and used that as my basis for the first version of this curd. It came out insanely rich and creamy and tastes incredible on a slice of cake or toast.
Pomegranate Curd Recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
Ala says
CURD. The word sounds terrible, but I could eat this stuff all day with a spoon. Looove the freshness of this recipe, Amanda! I'm drooling already--time to buy pomegranates...
Amanda says
Haha it does sound terrible and not at all appetizing. "Yeah, gimme some of that curd". Doesn't work. Yes, make this recipe! Mashing. The pomegranate seeds is great stress therapy if you need it.
Oana says
Only tried citrus curd before so your recipe really intrigues me. Pinned for later as I have to try this!
Amanda says
Great recipe!!!
Sabrina says
Very cool curd flavor!
Tracy | Baking Mischief says
This looks sooo good. I love working (and eating) pomegranates, but I've never seen pomegranate curd before!
Amanda says
It's delicious! I love my first version, but this updated curd has a more intense pomegranate flavor that I love!
Maija says
If I make extra batches, will I be able to freeze or keep in the refrigerator?
Amanda says
You may be able to keep it if you can the curd properly. As for freezing, I've found you can do it, but it will sometimes affect the consistency and make it grainy and/or thin.
Carmen says
I tried the original recipe and found that once cold all the butter separated from the rest. Works fine if reheated, but wondering if the curd should be cooked once tempered, instead of just put in the frige? Also a bit sweet for me, so next time only 1/2 cup sugar. Great flavor and nice color! Put it on French Toast.