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Old Fashioned Rocky Road Fudge

Cultural Context

Rocky Road fudge has its roots in the classic American Rocky Road ice cream, which was created in the 1920s. The combination of chocolate, marshmallows, and nuts symbolizes the rocky terrain of the American West. This fudge version captures the same delightful flavors and textures, making it a popular treat at gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations abound, with some recipes incorporating different types of chocolate or additional toppings, but the essence remains the same: a sweet, chewy indulgence that brings joy to any occasion.

AmericanUSdessert
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (14oz) can sweetened condensed milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
1 cup chopped nuts or dry roasted peanuts

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: baking chocolate

Dark chocolate chips provide a richer flavor while baking chocolate is often less expensive.

sweetened condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut cream is a dairy-free alternative, while evaporated milk is often cheaper.

chopped nuts

🥗Healthier: seeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Seeds can provide a similar crunch and are often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat alternative, while margarine can be cheaper.

1

Spray bottom of 8 x 8 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Fit a piece of parchment into baking dish.

2

In a medium skillet or sauce pan place semi-sweet chocolate chips & sweetened condensed milk. Turn burner onto a medium low heat. Stir continuously until all chocolate chips have melted.

3

Stir in vanilla extract. Turn off burner. Mix in mini marshmallows and peanuts.

4

Spoon mixture into prepared baking dish and smooth out evenly. Top with more marshmallows and peanuts, pressing them into the fudge mixture.

5

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours to set up. Cut into bite size pieces.

Cooking Techniques

meltingfolding

Equipment Needed

8 x 8 baking dishmedium skillet or sauce pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milknuts

Also Known As

Rocky Road FudgeRocky Road Chocolate Fudge

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