Description
Sweet chocolate meets marshmallow magic in this Rocky Road Candy, where indulgent chunks of nuts and pillowy marshmallows dance through rich cocoa landscapes. Pure chocolate bliss awaits when you break into these irresistible clusters of pure confectionery joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (340 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups (80 grams) mini marshmallows
- 1 cup (120 grams) roasted almonds
Binding/Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (14 grams) butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Seasoning:
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare a microwave-safe container and create a silky chocolate base by gently melting chocolate chips with butter, stirring carefully between 30-second heating intervals to prevent scorching. Ensure a completely smooth, glossy texture emerges.
- Enhance the melted chocolate mixture with a splash of fragrant vanilla extract and a delicate pinch of salt, which will intensify the overall flavor profile.
- Gently incorporate fluffy marshmallows and crunchy almonds into the chocolate mixture, carefully folding to guarantee each ingredient receives an even chocolate coating.
- Select an 8-inch baking pan and line it completely with parchment paper, allowing slight overhang for easy removal. Transfer the chocolate-coated mixture into the prepared pan.
- Spread the mixture uniformly across the pan’s surface, creating a smooth, consistent layer that will ensure balanced texture in every bite.
- Transfer the pan to the refrigerator and allow the rocky road candy to set and solidify completely, which typically requires approximately 1-2 hours of chilling time.
- Once the mixture has firmly set, lift the candy from the pan using the parchment paper edges. Slice into precise square portions or break into rustic, irregular chunks for a more casual presentation.
- Serve the rocky road candy chilled and enjoy the delightful combination of rich chocolate, soft marshmallows, and crunchy almonds.
Notes
- Choose dark or milk chocolate based on personal preference, both work wonderfully for creating rich flavor profiles.
- Melt chocolate gently to prevent burning, using low heat and stirring frequently ensures smooth, glossy texture.
- Toast almonds beforehand to enhance their nutty flavor and add extra depth to the candy’s taste.
- Use gluten-free marshmallows and chocolate for a celiac-friendly version that doesn’t compromise on deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg