Best 6 Super Easy Rocky Road Candy Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our delectable Rocky Road Candy, a symphony of flavors and textures that will transport you to a world of pure indulgence. As you embark on this culinary journey, let us guide you through a selection of recipes that showcase the versatility of this classic confection. From the traditional Rocky Road Candy adorned with marshmallows, nuts, and chocolate to innovative variations like Rocky Road Bark and Rocky Road Fudge, our collection caters to every palate. Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth and embark on a journey of Rocky Road delight.

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

ROCKY ROAD CANDIES



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It couldn't be easier to make this treat. Just melt chocolate chips and stir in peanuts and marshmallows.

Provided by sal

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Chocolate Candy Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) package semisweet chocolate chips
⅛ cup butter
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 ½ cups dry-roasted peanuts
1 (16 ounce) package miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Line a 9 x 13 inch pan with wax paper.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave chocolate and butter until melted. Stir occasionally until chocolate is smooth. Stir in condensed milk. Combine peanuts and marshmallows; stir into chocolate mixture. Pour into prepared pan and chill until firm. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36.3 g, Cholesterol 8.1 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 53.3 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

HOME



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Categories     Fudge & Candy

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 6

●Nonstick cooking spray
● 2 cups (12-ounce package) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels
● 1 can (14 ounces) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Sweetened Condensed Milk
●1 teaspoon vanilla extract
●3 cups miniature marshmallows
●1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Line 13 x 9-inch baking pan with foil; grease lightly.
  • Microwave morsels and sweetened condensed milk in large, uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) power for 1 minute; STIR. Morsels may retain some of their original shape. If necessary, microwave at additional 10- to 15-second intervals, stirring just until morsels are melted. Stir in vanilla extract. Fold in marshmallows and nuts.
  • Press mixture into prepared baking pan. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Lift from pan; remove foil. Cut into pieces.
  • * This "gluten free" recipe was developed using products either labeled as "gluten-free" or likely to be gluten free based on the ingredients typically listed on the products' labels. Nevertheless, we cannot guarantee that any non-Nestlé product in this recipe is gluten free. We recommend reading all product labels thoroughly, checking with the food's manufacturer for gluten content if the product is not labeled as "gluten free," and being careful to keep gluten-containing ingredients away from the recipe ingredients and recipe preparation area.

SUPER EASY ROCKY ROAD CANDY



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So easy to make and so good!

Provided by WannaBeChef

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes     Milk Chocolate

Time 2h20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 2

3 (7 ounce) bars milk chocolate with almonds candy (such as Hershey's® Milk Chocolate with Almonds)
1 cup miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Place the candy bars in a microwave safe bowl, and cook in the microwave on Low until melted, approximately 5 minutes. Stir and allow to cool enough to prevent the marshmallows from melting when added to the chocolate. Once cool, stir in the marshmallows and pour into a 8x8 inch baking dish. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours. Break into pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 4.7 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 21 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

NANA'S ROCKY ROAD FUDGE



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We make rocky road-style fudge every Christmas and it's a tradition, but why wait until the holidays for a recipe this good? -Ashley Berry, Montgomery Village, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 2-1/2 pounds (48 pieces).

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon butter, divided
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups salted peanuts, plus more for topping
1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows, plus more for topping

Steps:

  • Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with foil, letting ends extend over sides by 1 in. Grease the foil with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter; set aside., In a large saucepan, combine chocolate chips, milk and the remaining butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in 2 cups peanuts. Place marshmallows in a large bowl; add chocolate mixture and stir well. Spread into prepared pan. Sprinkle with additional peanuts and marshmallows. Refrigerate until firm., Using foil, lift fudge out of pan. Cut into 1-1/2-in. squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

EASY ROCKY ROAD FUDGE



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Remarks Marlene Corrigan of Scranton, Pennsylvania, "With so few ingredients, this fudge stirs up in a jiffy. Thats a good thing, since the chocolaty aroma is so tempting folks can hardly wait to taste it!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 3-1/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons butter
3 cups salted dry roasted peanuts
1 package (10 ounces) miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the chocolate chips, milk and butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until chips are melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat; stir in peanuts and marshmallows. Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. pan. Refrigerate until firm. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts :

SUPER EASY ROCKY ROAD



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Easy enough for a child to make and good no matter what the occasion. Sit back and soak in the compliments. Should you want clusters, just drop by spoonfuls onto prepared paper then place in decorative paper candy liners.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Candy

Time 12m

Yield 48 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups semisweet chocolate or 2 cups milk chocolate chips
1 (14 ounce) sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups miniature marshmallows (can replace 1 cup with glazed cherries or bits of caramel)
1 1/2 cups chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, peanuts, macadamias or cashews and toasted is best)

Steps:

  • Line 8x12 inch baking pan with wax paper or parchment paper; butter lightly.
  • Microwave chips and sweetened condensed milk in large, uncovered, microwave-safe bowl on HIGH (100%) power for 1 minute. Stir; chips may retain some of their original shape. If necessary, microwave at additional 10- to 15 second intervals, stirring just until morsels are melted. Stir in vanilla extract. Fold in marshmallows and nuts.
  • Press mixture into prepared baking pan. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Lift from pan; remove paper. Cut into pieces.
  • Optional Suggestion: Note: Replace vanilla extract with peppermint and sprinkle crushed peppermint candies on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.2, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 2.8, Sodium 41.9, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 6.5, Protein 1.6

Tips:

  • For the best rocky road candy, use fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can test the syrup by dropping a small amount into a glass of cold water. If the syrup forms a soft ball, it is ready.
  • Be careful not to overcook the syrup, or it will become too hard and brittle.
  • When you add the marshmallows, nuts, and chocolate chips, work quickly so that the syrup doesn't harden before you can mix everything together.
  • If you want to make a larger batch of rocky road candy, simply double or triple the recipe.

Conclusion:

Rocky road candy is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its combination of chocolate, marshmallows, nuts, and graham crackers, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give rocky road candy a try. You won't be disappointed.

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