Rocky If you need a quick and easy holiday treat, this no-bake Rocky Road candy recipe is just the ticket. With only 3 ingredients, you can whip up a batch of this classic chocolate and marshmallow fudge in no time. It’s the perfect candy for gifting or keeping on hand when friends and family visit. Serve it on its own or over ice cream for an extra special dessert!
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No bake rocky road candy
If you need a quick recipe, this no-bake Rocky Road candy recipe doesn’t need you to turn on the oven, making it simple to keep a batch on hand to spread some holiday cheer when your friends and relatives pop over. Or wrapped in a seasonal gift box, these candy bites make the perfect hostess gift. They are also ideal for adding to Easter baskets.
And there are only three ingredients – chocolate, marshmallows, and nuts.
And, if you want a real treat, serve your candy with vanilla ice cream for a luscious dessert!
Ingredients needed for rocky road
Here’s a list of what you need for this rocky road recipe:
- Chocolate chips are melted down to create a rich, smooth base that binds the mix-ins together. Semi-sweet is my go-to, but feel free to experiment with milk or dark chocolate based on your family’s taste.
- Miniature marshmallows add pops of fluffy texture throughout the fudgy candy. Their small size ensures an even distribution and that distinctive bumpy look.
- Chopped nuts, traditionally walnuts or pecans, counter the sweetness with a pleasant crunch and subtle bitterness. For a fun salty twist, substitute the nuts with crushed pretzels.
Ingredient notes and substitutions
Stay away from the candy melts because chocolate tastes best. Instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips, you can use milk chocolate chips or dark chocolate chips.
I usually choose pecans or walnuts, but you can use whatever nuts you like best (or happen to have on hand).
Are you a fan of sweet and salty? This recipe is also terrific with salted peanuts. If you need a nut-free candy recipe, you can get the same salty crunch by using pretzel pieces.
How to make rocky road candy
- Melt the chocolate chips slowly in a double boiler over low heat or in the microwave using a microwave safe bowl.
- Place the marshmallows and pecans in a large bowl.
- Add the melted chocolate.
- Stir to combine.
- Scoop the chocolate mixture onto waxed or parchment paper and roll it into a log.
- Refrigerate for two hours.
- Remove the paper and slice the log into ½-inch pieces.
How to make rocky road candy bars
To make bars that are completely coated in chocolate, you will need bar-sized candy molds.
- Melt the chocolate and spoon halfway into each mold, coating the sides with a thin layer. Allow to cool a little, so the chocolate doesn’t melt the marshmallows.
- Sprinkle the mini marshmallows and chopped nuts over the cooled chocolate. Fill up the mold with more chocolate to cover them as completely as possible.
- Place the molds in the refrigerator until the chocolate is firm and unmold onto paper towels.
How to store rocky road candy
Store the candy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Take it out of the fridge about an hour before serving it to get it to room temperature.
For longer storage, you can freeze the candy in a freezer-safe container or plastic freezer bag. It will last up to 4 months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight.
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- York Peppermint Patty
- Williams Sonoma Peppermint Bark
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- Buttermilk Fudge
- Fannie Mae Candy
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- DIY Truffles
- Homemade Twix Bar Recipe
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Easy 3-Ingredient Rocky Road Candy Recipe (No-Bake)
Ingredients
- 12 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 4 cups marshmallows (miniatures)
- 1/3 cups chopped nuts
Instructions
- Melt chocolate slowly in a double boiler or in the microwave. Add marshmallows and pecans. Scoop onto waxed paper. Roll into a log. Chill 2 hours. Slice into 1/2 inch pieces.
This candy I can do no wrong. Best way to remove wax paper that is in crevices without tearing and leaving bits of wax paper in candy?
I am sorry I don’t know what happened there, you may have been table to slightly heat this to get this to release from the waxed paper.
This makes a great gift for the holidays.