Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures with Rocky Road Crunch Bars, a delectable treat that seamlessly blends the nostalgic charm of rocky road with the irresistible crunch of crispy rice cereal. This irresistible dessert is a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and nutty, elevated by the contrasting textures of chewy marshmallows and crunchy peanuts. Each bite is an explosion of taste and sensation, leaving you craving more. If you're seeking a quick and easy recipe that yields a crowd-pleasing dessert, look no further. This recipe also includes variations to cater to different preferences, including a no-bake version for those who prefer a hassle-free treat. With its irresistible appeal and customizable options, Rocky Road Crunch Bars are a must-try for any dessert enthusiast.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ROCKY ROAD CRUNCH BARS
No one is ever going to complain about having one of these in their lunchbox, and they're pretty handy to have around in a kitchen for a quick, snatched burst of energy at any time. I'm not claiming them to be a health food, but when you're talking about lunch on the run, packing quite a few calories into a small parcel can be viewed as a positive advantage. That's my view, and I'm sticking to it.
Provided by Nigella Lawson : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 2h15m
Yield 24 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt the butter, chocolate and syrup in a heavy based saucepan. Scoop out about 1/2 cup of this melted mixture and put aside.
- Put the biscuits/cookies into a freezer bag and then bash them with a rolling pin. You are looking for both crumbs and pieces of cookies.
- Fold the cookie pieces and crumbs into the melted chocolate mixture, and then add the marshmallows.
- Pour into a 9-inch square foil tray; flatten as best you can with a spatula. Pour over the reserved 1/2 half cup of melted chocolate mixture and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for about 2 hours or overnight.
- Cut into 24 fingers and dust with powdered sugar by pushing it gently through a tea strainer or small sieve.
ROCKY ROAD BARS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease and flour a 9x13-inch pan.
- To make the first layer: Place the butter and chocolate in a small pan and cook over the lowest possible heat until almost all the chocolate has melted. Off heat, add the sugar, eggs, vanilla, flour, nuts, and baking powder and mix well. Press into the prepared pan and set aside.
- To make the second layer: Place the cream cheese, sugar, flour, butter, egg, and vanilla in the bowl of a mixer fitter with a paddle and mix until smooth and fluffy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl, add the nuts, mix to combine, and spread over the first layer. Sprinkle with the chocolate chips and transfer to the oven. Bake until slightly golden on the edges, about 20 to 25 minutes.
- Sprinkle the second layer with the marshmallows and return the pan to the oven until the marshmallows are just melted but not colored, about 3 minutes.
- To make the frosting: Place the butter and chocolate in a small pan and cook over the lowest possible heat until almost all the chocolate has melted. Add the cream cheese and milk and mix until smooth. Add the confectioners' sugar and vanilla and mix until smooth. Immediately pour the frosting over the marshmallows and briefly swirl the two mixtures together. Cool in the pan and cut into 36 to 48 bars. Cover and refrigerate.
EASY ROCKY ROAD
Great for a bake sale, a gift, or simply an afternoon treat to enjoy with a cuppa, this rocky road is quick to make and uses mainly storecupboard ingredients.
Provided by Member recipe by Aaron Goodall
Categories Afternoon tea, Treat
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Grease and line an 18cm square brownie tin with baking paper.
- Place 200g digestive biscuits in a freezer bag and bash with a rolling pin or just the side of your fist until they're broken into a mixture of everything between dust and 50p-sized lumps. Set aside.
- In a large saucepan melt 135g butter or margarine, 200g dark chocolate and 2-3 tbsp golden syrup over a gentle heat stirring constantly until there are no or almost no more lumps of chocolate visible, then remove from the heat. Leave to cool.
- Take the biscuits, 100g mini marshmallows and up to 100g of additional ingredients (dried fruit, nuts, popcorn, honeycomb), if you like, and stir into the chocolate mixture until everything is completely covered.
- Tip the mixture into the lined baking tin, and spread it out to the corners. Chill for at least 2 hrs then dust with icing sugar and cut into 12 fingers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 20 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 20 grams sugar, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium
ROCKY ROAD CRUNCH BARS - NIGELLA LAWSON
Make and share this Rocky Road Crunch Bars - Nigella Lawson recipe from Food.com.
Provided by DrGaellon
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 15m
Yield 24 bars, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Melt chocolate, butter and golden syrup together over low heat.
- Put digestive biscuits in a ziptop bag. Bash with a rolling pin until you have a mixture of coarse and fine crumbs.
- Remove 1/2 cup of the melted chocolate mixture and set aside. Add biscuit crumbs and marshmallows to the chocolate remaining in the pan. Mix thoroughly. Turn out into a 9" square pan. Pat out flat. Drizzle reserved chocolate over the top.
- Refrigerate several hours or overnight. Dust top with powdered sugar and cut into 24 bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 146, Fat 11.1, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 11.4, Sodium 72.3, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.9, Protein 2.2
ROCKY ROAD CRUNCH BARS
From the Summer 2006 Kraft food & family home mailer. A quick, sweet treat that could be made with a variety of ingredients. I made them by the recipe & they are crunchy, sweet & salty, however, I think they could benefit by more chocolate.
Provided by SusieQusie
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 18m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Microwave honey & butter in large bowl on high for 1 minute; stir till well blended.
- Add marshmallow, toss to coat & microwave 1 1/2 minutes or till marshmallows puff up. Stir till well blended.
- Add remaining ingredients & mix well.
- Pour in a well buttered, foil lined 13X9 inch pan.
- Cool & cut into 24 bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145.8, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 2.5, Sodium 79.5, Carbohydrate 22.8, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 13.6, Protein 2.6
Tips:
- Use good quality chocolate for the best flavor.
- Chop the nuts and marshmallows into small pieces so that they are evenly distributed throughout the bars.
- If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the sugar syrup by dropping a small amount into a bowl of cold water. If it forms a soft ball, it is ready.
- Be careful not to overcook the sugar syrup, as it will become too hard and brittle.
- Line the baking pan with parchment paper to make it easy to remove the bars.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them, so that they hold their shape.
Conclusion:
Rocky Road Crunch Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With a chocolatey, marshmallowy, and nutty flavor, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give Rocky Road Crunch Bars a try!
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