Rocky Road Candy is an easy and delicious candy you can make in ten minutes with only four ingredients and no baking required!
There are many different ways to enjoy the classic flavor of rocky road, and each one is just as delicious as the next.
From rocky road ice cream, fudge, popcorn and these rocky road candy clusters they are all sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
These clusters are made with the same delicious ingredients as the traditional Rocky Road candy, but are formed into bite-sized pieces that are perfect for snacking.
Now on to the recipe!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Packed with flavor. The chocolate, marshmallows, and nuts create a delicious sweet and salty flavor combination.
- Easy to make. You don’t need any special skills or equipment to make this candy. All you need is a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time.
- Perfect for sharing. This recipe makes a large batch of candy, so it’s perfect for sharing with friends or family.
- It’s versatile. You can easily customize this recipe to your liking by adding different types of nuts or using different flavors of chocolate.
What You Need
- Chocolate chips – I like to use semi-sweet chocolate chips but feel free to use any flavor of chocolate you’d like.
- Marshmallows – Mini sized marshmallows work best in this recipe.
- Peanuts – Dry roasted salted peanuts are what I used but you can use any kind of nuts you’d like.
- Vegetable oil – This helps keep the chocolate smooth and prevent from clumping while melting.
Recipe Variations
- Try different kinds of chocolate for different flavors such as butterscotch, white chocolate or dark chocolate. Or use a combination of chocolates.
- Swap out peanuts for other kinds of nuts such as walnuts, pecans or cashews.
- Add some mix ins such as pretzels or candy pieces.
- Dress them up with your favorite sprinkles for any kind of occasion.
- Make it colorful using different colored marshmallows.
- Add more salty flavor by sprinkling some sea salt over top the clusters.
How to Make Rocky Road Candy
- Line an 8X8 inch baking dish with wax paper.
- Add chocolate and oil to a pan and melt over medium heat stirring constantly until smooth.
- Remove from heat. Add marshmallows and nuts to pan and stir.
- Scoop mixture onto prepared baking dish and chill for 2 hours in fridge.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
How to Store Rocky Road Candy
Place remaining leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. To store longer, place in fridge for up to 2 weeks.
FAQs
Can you freeze rocky road candy?
Yes, these candy clusters freeze nicely. Just place in a freezer safe bag and store for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight in fridge before consuming.
How do I cut rocky road candy?
To make easy cuts, heat up the knife with hot water, wipe off water and cut into squares.
More Delicious No Bake Treats
Rocky Road Candy
Rocky Road Candy is an easy and delicious candy you can make in ten minutes with only four ingredients and no baking required!
Ingredients
- 1 (12oz. bag) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 bag mini marshmallows
- 1/3 cup dry roasted peanuts
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Line an 8X8 inch baking dish with wax paper.
- Add chocolate and oil to a pan and melt over medium heat stirring constantly until smooth.
- Remove from heat. Add marshmallows and nuts to pan and stir.
- Scoop mixture onto prepared baking dish and chill for 2 hours in fridge.
- Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
How to Store Rocky Road Candy
Place remaining leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. To store longer, place in fridge for up to 2 weeks.
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