Chef John's Rocky Road
Chef John's Rocky Road layers rich dark chocolate with pillowy marshmallows and crunchy salted almonds for a satisfying mix of textures. A final dusting of cocoa reins in the sweetness and adds a refined, candy-shop finish. Perfect for holidays or make-ahead treats, it slices cleanly into bite-size squares with deep chocolate flavor and a toasty nut crunch.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves16
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Place dark chocolate chips, butter, and maple syrup in a heat-safe bowl set over a saucepan with about 1 inch of hot water on the lowest heat until melted; do not stir.
- 2
Meanwhile, line an 8x8-inch baking pan with plastic wrap.
- 3
Slowly stir the melted chocolate mixture with a spatula until glossy and smooth. Remove from heat, then stir in the marshmallows and almonds until combined.
- 4
Quickly transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and spread it evenly. Do not smooth or press down the top; try to keep a rough texture. Cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm and well chilled, about 2 hours.
- 5
Sift cocoa over the top. Cut into 16 squares.
- Calories 267.07 kcal Moderate
- Protein 4.31 g Low Source
- Carbs 29.6 g Moderate
- Total Fat 15.62 g High
- Saturated Fat 5.68 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 5.41 mg Low Source
- Sodium 31.74 mg Low Source
- Fiber 5.7 g Good Source
- Sugar 19.19 g High
- Added Sugar 16.71 g High
- Calcium 47.21 mg Low Source
- Iron 3.41 mg Moderate
- Potassium 192.11 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 21.65 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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