Chef John's Rocky Road

Chef John's rocky road recipe uses sweet marshmallows, bittersweet dark chocolate, and crunchy nuts in his version of the well-known candy and ice cream.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 181 Calories

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
• 2 teaspoons maple syrup
• 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 cups miniature marshmallows
• 1.5 cups dark chocolate chips
• 1.25 cups lightly salted roasted almonds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Place dark chocolate chips, butter, and maple syrup in a heat-safe bowl set over a saucepan with about 1 inch hot water over lowest heat setting until melted; do not stir.

Step 2

Meanwhile, line an 8x8-inch baking pan with plastic wrap.

Step 3

Slowly stir melted chocolate mixture with a spatula until shiny and smooth. Off heat, stir in marshmallows and almonds until combined.

Step 4

Quickly transfer mixture to the prepared pan until evenly distributed. Do not smooth or press down the top; try to preserve a rough texture. Cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm and well chilled, about 2 hours.

Step 5

Sift cocoa over top. Cut into 16 squares.