If you could just give me a moment…alone with this sandwich, I’d appreciate it. Hubba hubba.
I am a loyal fan of grilled sandwiches, especially of the cheese variety. But as I’ve shared before, I have to watch my dairy intake. You can’t keep a girl from her bread though, so to the drawing board I went. That’s about the time this beauty came to mind. Friends, I give you the grilled almond butter, dark chocolate, and pomegranate sandwich. Your taste buds will thank me.
The method for making this sandwich is as simple as it gets. Simply butter two slices of crusty bread, slather some almond butter inside and stack it high with quality dark chocolate and plenty of pomegranate arils. The result is an incredibly flavorful, satisfying sandwich that’s healthy enough to justify for lunch, yet decadent enough to call dessert.
This is kind of my dream sandwich. Technically I suppose banana would replace the pomegranate, but I am capable of branching out sometimes. Besides, pomegranates are a tasty and healthy way to branch out and they go perfectly with almond butter and dark chocolate.
I’m in love with this recipe! Almond butter and dark chocolate create a creamy, melty decadent filling while pomegranate arils burst with sweet, slightly tart flavor in every bite. And that perfectly-buttered, crispy crust? Don’t even get me started. Make this sandwich!
Grilled Almond Butter, Dark Chocolate & Pomegranate Sandwich
Ingredients
- 4 slices whole grain crusty bread
- 2 Tbsp dairy-free butter (such as Earth Balance // or sub olive oil)
- 4 Tbsp roasted salted almond butter
- 4 squares dark chocolate (dairy-free for vegan; don’t exceed 70% cacao)
- 2-3 Tbsp pomegranate perils*
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Butter the outsides of the slices of bread, then slather the inside of half of the slices with almond butter.
- Next add 2 squares of chocolate on top of each of the almond butter slices and top with pomegranate arils. Top with the other slice of bread, buttered side up and place the sandwich in the skillet.
- Push down with a heavy spatula to compress. Gently flip when the bottom is browned and crusty – about 2-3 minutes. (be careful not to burn)
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side. Serve immediately.
Notes
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate.
Meredith says
I used peanut butter and it turned out great. Good way to use up pomegranate arils.
So great! Thanks for sharing, Meredith!
Sabina says
Hi Dana, all amazing recipes, but I am looking in “How to do ” cannot find how to do almond butter myself, as you say Tahini is easy, would it be the same with almonds, as something in etween the almond milk and tahini-? using almond oil perhaps? well I will ry and come back and tell you here bestes.
Thx a lot for all these inspirations, am start cooker!
Cheri says
Pomegranate seeds are called ‘arils’ correctly in the body of your post, but then are misnamed ‘perils’ in the ingredients section.
Julia says
Can i use coconut oil to toast the bread?
delicious recipes says
ohhhhhh that is wonderful idea thanks for the recipe
Taylor says
These look so delicious! I cannot wait to try them! p.s. your youtube link is displaying some code in the post!
Chelsea says
This is actually what heaven looks like.
Anna says
I just made this, and I want you to know I am sending you a mental hug
Lauren says
My eyes are popping out of my head! I am SO glad to have found your blog. Keep it up!
Dani says
This was my favorite recipe of November! Yep, I tried them all. Thanks for the continuous inspiration Dana!
Kristen @ The Vegan Weirdos Next Door says
I used to love nutella on pretty much anything pre-vegan days, but never thought to make a toasted/grilled type of sandwich out of it. This sandwich is just perfect- everything about it. I can’t wait until the next time Whole Foods has organic pomegranate so I can give it a shot. Meanwhile, maybe I will use up some of the frozen strawberries I have ;)
Molly | memo2munch says
Hoooooooly. This is making my taste buds tingle, and I just had lunch! There’s something so satisfying about the crunch of the bread giving way to warm gooey filling–especially when it involves chocolate! I recently found out that I’m allergic to dairy, and I’ve been missing grilled cheese like CRAAAZY. I’m thinking this will be an even better treat. :) So long cheese, not missing you anymore!
Thanks for the recipe. I can’t wait to make it!
Molly
Jenny @ BAKE says
I love the idea of of a sweet grilled sandwich! pomegranate and chocolate sounds incredible together!
Kristi says
I’m sold. This sandwich looks amazing!
Sam says
I’m afraid if I make this I’ll never want to eat anything else again.
That, is a legitimate concern… ; D
Crista says
What!!!! OMG
Abbie Emmons says
Oh my gosh. You guys. Have just. Ruined. My. Life.
This sandwich is stunning beyond anything I think I have ever seen before.
PINNED.
Jessica (bakecetera) says
i can only imagine the crunch factor! mmm! this looks amazing.
Sarah | The Sugar Hit says
Get right out of town. This sandwich is amazing.
Kathryn says
Oh goodness. This sandwich! It’s pretty much all that’s good in the world.
Agreed! Haha, thanks Kathryn!
Tara@PNWRunner says
Oh my gosh. YESSS!! Looks too good to be true!
Abby@TheFrostedVegan says
You are killing me with this, KILLING me!
Heather says
Holy cow, this might be the most beautiful thing I have seen all day!
Amy says
That dark chocolate with pomegranate seeds looks so good..
Alexis @ Hummusapien says
This is one SEXY sandwich. Chocolate AND almond buttah all laced with those gorg pomegranate seeds? I’m so in!
Kelli @ The Corner Kitchen says
This right here is a dessert sandwich at its finest!! Heavenly!!
Tieghan says
YES!! I LOVE this sandwich! All my favorite in one! :)
Donna says
Why is this making me fantasize about “French Toasting” the incredibleness at this very moment?!…The dark chocolate with the pomegranate arils are so visually popping!!!
Sarah says
I seriously can’t even begin to describe how excited I am to try this. Dark chocolate beats Nutella on every count, in my book!
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says
Chocolate sandwich?! I’m in! We used to have something similar when I lived in Switzerland – it was totally normal o eat them there! Definitely trying this :)