Description
Sweet rocky road candy delivers a chocolate lover’s dream with marshmallow and nut crunch. Creamy chocolate blends perfectly with chewy marshmallows and crunchy almonds, creating pure indulgence you can’t resist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
- 2 cups (240 g) mini marshmallows
- 1 cup (142 g) roasted almonds (or walnuts, pecans)
- 1 tbsp (14 g) butter or coconut oil
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp (1.25 ml) salt
Instructions
- Chocolate Fusion: Melt chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl using 30-second intervals, stirring until achieving a glossy, uniform consistency. For precision, utilize a double boiler method if preferred.
- Flavor Enhancement: Incorporate vanilla extract and salt into the melted chocolate mixture, creating a rich base. Gently fold marshmallows and almonds throughout the chocolate, ensuring complete and even coverage for a balanced texture.
- Structural Preparation: Prepare an 8-inch baking dish by lining with parchment paper, creating a smooth surface. Transfer the chocolate mixture, spreading carefully to establish an even layer that captures all ingredients uniformly.
- Solidification Process: Place the prepared candy in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours, allowing complete setting and achieving a firm, structured consistency. The cooling period enables ingredients to bind and develop a satisfying texture.
- Serving Transformation: Once thoroughly chilled, liberate the candy from the dish by lifting the parchment paper. Slice into precise square portions or break into rustic, irregular chunks, presenting a visually appealing and delectable treat ready for immediate enjoyment.
Notes
- Melt chocolate slowly and stir frequently to avoid scorching, ensuring smooth and glossy texture.
- Keep chocolate at medium-low heat and remove from heat source immediately when fully melted to maintain perfect spreadability.
- Swap almonds with pecans, walnuts, or add dried fruit like cranberries for personalized flavor and nutritional variety.
- Store Rocky Road Candy in an airtight container between parchment layers in refrigerator for up to one week, preventing candies from sticking together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg