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rocky road fudge

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Enjoy smooth and creamy chocolate fudge loaded with nuts and marshmallows.

This decadently rich fudge can be whipped up in minutes using just five ingredients.

close up stack of rocky road fudge white background

 

Rocky Road Fudge

The classic flavor combination of rocky road — chocolate, marshmallows, and nuts — is one of my favorites.

I’ll never turn down the ice cream version, but this rocky road fudge is so yummy and easy to make. Choose any nuts you prefer for this recipe. I suggest walnuts, peanuts, or almonds.

This easy fudge recipe can be made in either the microwave or on the stove-top.

If you choose the stove-top, I suggest a double boiler. For another fabulous, easy fudge recipe made with chocolate and marshmallows, check out  this marshmallow fudge.

Everything you need to know about how to make fudge can be found on this FAQ page.

 

watch this short video to see how to make rocky road fudge

 

 

stacked rocky road fudge

 

how to make the best rocky road fudge

you will need:

CHOCOLATE CHIPS 

This recipe uses 2 cups (12 ounces) of semi-sweeet chocolate chips. I use the Nestle brand. 

 

SWEETENED CONDENSED MILK 

You’ll need a 14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk. Do NOT substitute evaporated milk. My preferred brand is Carnation. 

 

VANILLA EXTRACT

For the 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, we recommend using pure extract and not imitation. 

 

DASH OF SALT

A dash of salt helps to balance the sweetness and emphasize the flavors of your fudge. 

 

NUTS

We recommend 1 1/2 cups of coarsely chopped walnuts or peanuts. 

 

MINI MARSHMALLOWS

You’ll mix in 3 cups of mini marshmallows. TIP: Place the marshmallows in the refrigerator before prepping the fudge so they don’t melt when you stir them into the warm chocolate mixture. 

 

TOOLS YOU NEED:

  • 8 or 9-inch square baking pan
  • cooking spray 

 

ingredients and supplies 

 


 

let’s make rocky road fudge! 

Grease a square baking pan or line with non-stick foil. 

In a large, microwave safe bowl, place 2 cups chocolate chips and a 14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk. Microwave for 90 seconds at 70 percent power. 

Stir well, using the residual heat to fully melt the chocolate. The mixture should be smooth. If needed, microwave an additional 15 seconds. 

To melt the chocolate and sweetened condensed milk on the stove-top, see instructions below. 

 

ingredients for rocky road fudge

making rocky road fudge in bowl

 

Remove from the heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped walnuts or peanuts. 

Fold in 3 cups of mini marshmallows. 

Pour and spread into the pan. 

Chill until well set, several ours, and cut into squares. 

 

how to make rocky road fudge-- in baking pan

 

 

 

how do you make a double boiler?

This recipe is very easy to make in the microwave, but if you prefer cooking on the stove-top, it’s best to melt chocolate in a double boiler (also called a bain marie).

A double boiler lets you heat water on the bottom hot enough to melt the chocolate set above the water. This helps prevent the chocolate from scorching.

If you don’t own a double boiler, simply fill a sauce pan about a quarter of the way full with water. Bring the water to a boil and lower to a simmer. Rest a heat-safe bowl on top, allowing a couple inches between the bowl and the water.

Pour your chocolate and any other ingredients in the bowl and stir until melted.

The video you can find at the post  for chocolate fudge has a fantastic visual guide for how melting chocolate should look. 

 

can I substitute evaporated milk for the sweetened condensed milk?

Eek! No! This recipe calls for sweetened condensed milk, which is a great shortcut for easy fudge because it allows you to skip the candy-making stage of creating a sugar syrup.

However, evaporated milk is not the same thing, and it cannot be used as a substitute. For more fudge recipes that use sweetened condensed milk, check out Chocolate Fudge and >>>>

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array of rocky road fudge with white background

 

printable rocky road fudge recipe

5 from 3 votes
Delicious Rocky Road Fudge is filled with chocolate, walnuts, and marshmallows. Easy to make in the microwave or on the stove. VIDEO
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Rocky Road Fudge
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Chill time
4 hrs
Total Time
12 mins
 

Delicious, easy Rocky Road Fudge is filled with chocolate, walnuts, and marshmallows 

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: rocky road fudge
Servings: 25 pieces
Calories: 174 kcal
Ingredients
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips 12 ounces
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 ounces
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch salt
  • 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped walnuts or peanuts
  • 3 cups mini marshmallows
Instructions
  1. Prepare a 9-inch square baking pan by lining it with lightly greased parchment paper or non-stick aluminum foil.

    ingredients for rocky road fudge
  2. In a large, microwave-safe bowl place the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Microwave for 90 seconds at 70 percent power. Use the residual heat to stir the mixture well until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. If necessary, microwave for additional 15 second intervals. 

    making rocky road fudge in bowl
  3. If you prefer to cook on the stove-top instead of the microwave, melt the chocolate and milk in the top of a double boiler or in a bowl on top of a saucepan of simmering water.

  4. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, nuts, and pinch of salt. Gently fold in the marshmallows.

  5. Pour and spread into the prepared pan. Chill until well set, several hours. Cut into squares.

    how to make rocky road fudge-- in baking pan

close up stack of rocky road fudge

This post for Rocky Road fudge was originally published in August 2018 and updated in September 2021. 

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There’s more to Rocky Road than ice cream and fudge! Check out these other rocky road desserts.

  • I’m in love with rainbow Rocky Road.
  • Rocky Road clusters look delicious.
  • Oh my. No-bake Rocky Road cheesecake.

 

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  1. The Partiologist

    August 13, 2018 at 7:32 pm

    Of all the fudge, this would probably be my first choice, or at least until I see another one! LOL

    Reply
    • Beth

      August 13, 2018 at 8:50 pm

      Right?! This chocolate fudge is so yummy, but there are so many good fudge recipes to choose from here on this site! Thanks for visiting our page.

      Reply
  2. K Cramer

    August 16, 2018 at 5:23 pm

    SO delicious!! This has to be my favorite fudge ever

    Reply
  3. N Mawditt

    August 16, 2018 at 9:12 pm

    You really do make it easy. Great photos and recipe!

    Reply
  4. Millie Gerow

    December 16, 2018 at 11:12 pm

    I made some of this fudge with peanuts and my family loved it.

    Reply
    • Beth

      December 18, 2018 at 3:58 pm

      We are so glad you enjoyed this easy fudge recipe. Peanuts are definitely a wonderful mix-in.

      Reply
  5. Tara

    April 25, 2021 at 5:14 pm

    Can I use baking chocolate instead of chocolate chips?

    Reply
    • Beth

      April 25, 2021 at 6:59 pm

      Baking chocolate (unsweetened chocolate) is quite bitter but you will mix it with sweetened condensed milk so the fudge shouldn’t be overly bitter. You can use it if you don’t mind a very strong-tasting fudge.

      Reply
  6. Jill O'Toole

    August 25, 2021 at 2:48 pm

    Can I use nut butter instead of sweetened condensed milk in this recipe? I would like to use almond butter with chopped almonds & marshmellows. Can this work?

    Reply
    • Meaghan

      August 25, 2021 at 3:50 pm

      Hi Jill, That’s a pretty significant change. I’ve not tried it, and I’m not sure it would have the same consistency. But I found this recipe and it looks like it works:
      https://www.darngoodveggies.com/2-ingredient-chocolate-almond-butter-fudge/#tasty-recipes-7870-jump-target

      Reply

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