Best 2 Rocky Road Cheesecake Recipes

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with our Rocky Road Cheesecake, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable cheesecake features a rich and creamy chocolate filling, swirled with luscious marshmallow and studded with crunchy walnuts, all nestled on a graham cracker crust. Topped with a decadent chocolate ganache and garnished with mini marshmallows, this cheesecake is a true masterpiece. Our article offers two irresistible variations: a classic Rocky Road Cheesecake and a White Chocolate Rocky Road Cheesecake, each with its own unique charm. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey filled with chocolatey indulgence and delightful surprises.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PEANUT BUTTER ROCKY ROAD CHEESECAKE

Peanut Butter Rocky Road Cheesecake image

My classic chocolate and peanut butter pairing updates a tried-and-true cheesecake filling to pure creamy, crunchy bliss. -Jacyn Siebert, San Francisco, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 1h25m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup sugar
FILLING:
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 tablespoons vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons honey
1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme
1/2 cup hot fudge ice cream topping, warmed slightly
1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts

Steps:

Preheat oven to 325°. Mix cracker crumbs, butter and sugar; press onto bottom and 1 in. up sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in vanilla and salt. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until blended. Pour into crust. Place on a baking sheet., Bake until center is almost set, 55-60 minutes. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight, covering when completely cooled., Remove rim from pan. In a microwave, warm peanut butter and honey; mix until smooth. Drop spoonfuls of marshmallow creme, fudge topping and peanut butter mixture alternately over top of cheesecake. Swirl together using a toothpick or skewer. Sprinkle with peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533 calories, Fat 32g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (42g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

ROCKY ROAD NO-BAKE CHEESECAKE

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Chopped peanuts and semi-sweet chocolate flavor this fluffy, no-bake cheesecake pie made with cream cheese and mini marshmallows.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 4h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 squares BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, divided
2 (8 ounce) packages PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
⅓ cup sugar
¼ cup milk
2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping
¾ cup JET-PUFFED Miniature Marshmallows
⅓ cup chopped PLANTERS COCKTAIL Peanuts
1 (6 ounce) OREO Pie Crust

Steps:

Microwave 1 of the chocolate squares in small microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1 minute; stir until chocolate is completely melted. Set aside.
Beat cream cheese, sugar and milk in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended. Add melted chocolate; mix well. Gently stir in whipped topping, marshmallows and peanuts. Coarsely chop remaining 2 chocolate squares; stir into cream cheese mixture. Spoon into crust.
Refrigerate 4 hours or until set. Store leftover pie in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.4 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Cholesterol 51.1 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 309.8 mg, Sugar 20.6 g

Tips:

Use a quality cheesecake recipe: The most important part of any cheesecake is the cheesecake filling. Make sure you use a recipe that you know and trust, and that uses high-quality ingredients.
Don't overbeat the cheesecake batter: Overbeating the batter can cause the cheesecake to be dense and crumbly. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
Bake the cheesecake in a water bath: Baking the cheesecake in a water bath helps to create a smooth, creamy cheesecake. The water bath also prevents the cheesecake from cracking.
Chill the cheesecake thoroughly before serving: Cheesecake needs to be chilled for at least 4 hours before serving. This allows the cheesecake to set properly and develop its full flavor.
Use ganache to make a chocolate layer: A chocolate ganache is a simple and delicious way to add a chocolate layer to your rocky road cheesecake. To make a ganache, simply melt chocolate and cream together until smooth.
Add your favorite toppings: The best part about rocky road cheesecake is that you can add your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include chocolate chips, marshmallows, nuts, and fruit.

Conclusion:

Rocky road cheesecake is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is a rich and decadent cheesecake with a chocolate ganache layer and your favorite toppings. With a few simple tips, you can make a rocky road cheesecake that is sure to impress your friends and family.