Description
This rich and decadent Rocky Road Fudge recipe combines creamy semi-sweet chocolate with crunchy salted peanuts and fluffy mini marshmallows for a classic no-bake treat. Ready in under 3 hours, including chilling time, this fudge is perfect for dessert lovers craving a sweet and nutty indulgence with an easy-to-follow stovetop preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
Chocolate Mixture
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tablespoons butter, cubed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Mix-ins and Toppings
- 3 cups mini marshmallows, plus a few extra for the top
- 1 cup salted peanuts, plus a few extra for the top
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line a 9×13 inch dish with foil and spray it with nonstick cooking spray for easy removal of the fudge later.
- Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and cubed butter. Stir constantly until the chocolate chips are fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Add Peanuts and Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the salted peanuts and vanilla extract thoroughly.
- Prepare Marshmallows: Place the mini marshmallows in a large mixing bowl ready to receive the chocolate mixture.
- Combine Chocolate and Marshmallows: Pour the warm chocolate mixture over the marshmallows. Mix well to coat. For retaining some marshmallow texture and swirl appearance, allow the chocolate to cool slightly before pouring.
- Transfer to Pan: Spread the fudge evenly into the prepared foil-lined baking dish.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle extra salted peanuts and mini marshmallows on top to decorate.
- Chill Until Firm: Place the fudge in the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 hours or preferably overnight until completely set and firm.
Notes
- Always use sweetened condensed milk for the best texture and flavor; do not substitute.
- Freeze marshmallows before mixing to help prevent them from melting too much into the fudge.
- Using cold butter helps the chocolate melt evenly without seizing.
- Lining the dish with foil makes it easier to lift out the fudge for cutting.
- For clean slices, warm your knife under hot water, wipe dry, and then cut the fudge.
- For a caramel twist, drizzle caramel on top before chilling to create a delightful variation like Turtle Fudge.
