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    Home » Recipes » Bars Brownies & Slices

    Chocolate Rocky Road

    Published: Feb 13, 2025 by Lucy · This post may contain affiliate links · 22 Comments

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    A pile of Rocky Road pieces filled with marshmallows, peanuts and raspberry lollies

    Hands down, the easiest Chocolate Rocky Road recipe you'll ever make!

    Sweet milk chocolate filled with fluffy marshmallows and all your favourite add-ins... all you need is 5 delicious ingredients and less than 10 minutes of prep time!

    Pieces of chocolate rocky road on a cake stand.

    It's no secret that I love a quick and easy dessert... and this chocolate Rocky Road ticks those boxes a million times over.

    It involves absolutely NO cooking at all (except for melting chocolate in the microwave!) and uses no fancy equipment - just a bowl and spoon.

    Chocolate Rocky Road is the perfect treat to enjoy at parties, on Valentine's day, at a bake sale or as an amazing gift to give to friends and family at Christmas.

    It really doesn't get any better than this!

    Looking for more rocky road recipes?

    Try my Malteser Rocky Road, Mint Rocky Road, Biscoff Rocky Road... or for something a little different, my Rocky Road fudge recipe!

    Jump to:
    • What Is Rocky Road?
    • Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
    • What You Need
    • Equipment Required
    • Step By Step Instructions
    • Ingredient Substitutions
    • Expert Tips &
    • FAQs
    • Related Recipes
    • Chocolate Rocky Road

    What Is Rocky Road?

    Rocky Road is an all-time favourite no-bake sweet dessert treat that is made using chocolate and a selection of add-ins, including marshmallows, nuts, coconut and soft jellies or lollies.

    It is also known worldwide as a popular ice cream flavour!

    Rocky Road can be customised with any of your favourite ingredients and makes a delicious homemade food gift for friends and family.

    A piece of chocolate slice with marshmallows and nuts.

    Why You're Going To Love This Recipe

    If you've never made Rocky Road before... now is the time!

    • Super Easy - this recipe can be made by absolutely anyone, from young children all the way to experienced bakers. It's so simple and a completely no bake treat. If you can melt chocolate in the microwave, you can make Rocky Road!
    • One Bowl - forget about the need for any fancy equipment or a sink-full of dishes; chocolate Rocky Road is made in just one bowl.
    • Quick - from start to finish, this recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare... the perfect way to satisfy your chocolate cravings.
    • 5 Ingredients - chocolate Rocky Road is made from just 5 ingredients - and you can customise them to make your perfect mix! See my suggestions below for ingredient substitutions.
    • Christmas Gift - I always make a few batches of chocolate Rocky Road to give to friends, family and neighbours over the festive season. It makes a thoughtful but also VERY delicious gift!
    An overhead shot of a piece of chocolate and marshmallow slice.

    What You Need

    Just 5 simple ingredients are required!!! This sweet treat is truly is one of my favourite recipes!

    Note: Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.

    The ingredients for rocky road.
    • chocolate - I like to use milk chocolate for my classic Rocky Road recipe. However, you can substitute it with white or dark chocolate if you prefer. Choose a high-quality cooking chocolate or chocolate melts (I like to use Cadbury, Lindt, or Nestle). The chocolate is the main ingredient in this recipe, so choosing a good quality one makes all the difference. Chocolate chips and chocolate bars are not suitable for melting as they hold their shape and don't melt easily.
    • marshmallows - I recommend choosing regular-sized marshmallows for this recipe and cutting them in half. I use the Pascall brand, which is popular here in Australia. You can always use mini marshmallows if you prefer, though.
    • coconut - desiccated coconut is a classic ingredient in chocolate Rocky Road. However, if you don't like coconut, you can omit it entirely.
    • peanuts - Rocky Road generally contains peanuts. However, you can use any type of nuts you like (macadamia nuts, pistachios, cashews, etc). If catering for nut allergies, omit the nuts entirely.
    • raspberry lollies - Allen's raspberry lollies have cult status here in Australia. However, you can use any kind of soft jellies you like - or even Turkish delight!

    Equipment Required

    To make rocky road, you will need:

    • kitchen scissors or a knife for cutting the marshmallows
    • large mixing bowl
    • microwave, stove-top or Thermomix for melting the chocolate
    • Spoon, rubber spatula or wooden spoon for mixing
    • baking sheet, baking tray or cookie sheets for chilling

    Step By Step Instructions

    This 10-minute melt-and-mix easy Rocky Road recipe is such a delicious treat!

    Note: Please scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for ingredient quantities and the full detailed method.

    Step 1 - Melt

    Place the milk chocolate into a large microwave-safe bowl.

    Milk chocolate in a glass bowl.

    Melt on 50% power in 30-second intervals until the chocolate mixture has fully melted.

    TIP: Add 20g (approximately a tablespoon) of coconut oil to the milk chocolate before melting. This helps to avoid cracking when the Rocky Road is cut.

    Melted chocolate in a bowl.

    Step 2 - Mix

    Add the remaining ingredients to the melted chocolate.

    Coconut, peanuts, raspberry lollies, marshmallows and melted chocolate in a bowl.

    Mix together quickly until completely combined.

    Rocky road mixture in a bowl.

    Step 3 - Chill

    Pour the mixture into a prepared tin lined with baking paper.

    Chill in the fridge for 2 hours or until set.

    Milk chocolate rocky road in a square baking tray.

    Ingredient Substitutions

    Chocolate Rocky Road is the ultimate mix-and-match recipe, where you can customise it to suit your own tastes and preferences.

    Here are a few of my ingredient suggestions:

    • Chocolate - choose from either white chocolate, milk chocolate or dark chocolate... or try half and half!
    • Nuts - I generally use peanuts as this is the most 'classic' type of nut used in Rocky Road. However, pistachios, almonds, macadamias and cashews are also delicious.
    • Nut Free - for a nut-free option, simply omit the nuts!
    • Coconut-desiccated coconut is the most commonly used coconut in Rocky Road. However, you can substitute it with shredded coconut or omit the coconut entirely.
    • Raspberry Lollies - while Allen's raspberry lollies are a favourite here in Australia, they can easily be substituted with any kind of soft candy such as glace cherries, Turkish delight, raspberry gummies or soft jubes.
    Raspberry lollies, marshmallows, nuts and coconut with milk chocolate cut into squares.

    Expert Tips &

    Here are my top tips for making the perfect chocolate Rocky Road every single time:

    • Remove the Rocky Road from the fridge at least 30 minutes before slicing to allow it to come to room temperature - this will help it to stop cracking. Use a large sharp knife to cut the Rocky Road (or check out my top tips for cutting rocky road here). 
    • Store the Rocky Road in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.
    • Freeze the chocolate Rocky Road in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

    FAQs

    How can I melt the chocolate?

    You can either melt the chocolate in the microwave at 50% power in 30-second bursts. Alternatively, you can use a Thermomix or even a double boiler on the stovetop.

    Why do you recommend adding coconut oil to the chocolate?

    This is an optional step. Adding coconut oil to the chocolate when melting allows the Rocky Road to be cut into pieces more easily once set.

    How long does Rocky Road last?

    A long time! At least much longer than it will take you to eat it!
    Rocky Road lasts in the fridge for up to a month.

    Milk chocolate coated marshmallows, nuts and lollies.

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    Milk chocolate coated marshmallows, nuts and lollies.

    Chocolate Rocky Road

    A classic Chocolate Rocky Road made from just 5 ingredients! 10 minutes prep time and completely no-bake.
    5 from 78 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Dessert, sweet
    Cuisine: rocky road
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Chilling time: 2 hours hours
    Total Time: 2 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 20 serves
    Calories: 241kcal
    Author: Lucy - Bake Play Smile

    Ingredients

    • 500 g milk chocolate or dark chocolate
    • 20 g coconut oil optional (see notes)
    • 200 g marshmallows chopped
    • 20 g (¼ cup) desiccated coconut
    • 110 g raspberry lollies chopped in half (see notes)
    • 75 g (½ cup) peanuts chopped (see notes)
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    Instructions

    Conventional Method

    • Line the base and sides of an 20cm x 20cm square baking tray with baking paper.
    • Place the chocolate and coconut oil (optional) into a heatproof, microwave-safe bowl.
      Heat, uncovered, on 50% power, in 30 second bursts, stirring every time with a metal spoon, for 4-5 minutes or until the chocolate and coconut oil melts.
      Remove from the microwave and stir until smooth.
    • Stir through the chopped marshmallows, coconut, raspberry lollies and peanuts.
    • Spread the mixture into the prepared baking tray and place in the fridge for 2 hours or until completely set.
    • Use a sharp knife to cut into slices (if you are having trouble cutting the slice, run your knife under hot water and then dry completely before cutting - the heat will help to cut the slice evenly).

    Thermomix Method

    • Line the base and sides of an 20cm x 20cm square baking tray with baking paper.
    • Place the chocolate and coconut oil (optional) into a clean and dry Thermomix bowl. Melt for 3-4 minutes, 50 degrees, Speed 2 or until melted. 
    • Add the marshmallows, coconut, raspberry lollies and peanuts and mix for 5-10 seconds, Reverse, Speed 3 (using the spatula to help mix), or until completely combined. 
    • Spread the mixture into the prepared baking tray and place in the fridge for 2 hours or until completely set.
    • Use a sharp knife to cut into slices (if you are having trouble cutting the slice, run your knife under hot water and then dry completely before cutting - the heat will help to cut the slice evenly).

    Notes

    RECIPE NOTES & TIPS
    Ingredients Info: 
    • Chocolate - I like to use milk chocolate for my classic rocky road recipe. However, you can substitute with white or dark chocolate if you prefer. Choose a high quality chocolate for melting (I like to use Cadbury, Lindt or Nestle). The chocolate is the main ingredient in this recipe, so choosing a good one makes all the difference.
    • Coconut oil - add a little to your chocolate when melting it - this will help with cutting into neat slices.
    • Marshmallows - choose regular sized marshmallows for this recipe and cut in half. I use Pascall brand which is popular here in Australia.
    • Coconut - desiccated coconut is a classic ingredient in chocolate Rocky Road. However, if you don't like coconut, you can omit it entirely.
    • Peanuts - Rocky Road generally contains peanuts, however you can use any type of nuts you like (macadamias, pistachios, cashews etc). If catering for nut allergies, omit the nuts entirely.
    • Raspberry lollies - Allens raspberry lollies have cult status here in Australia, however, you can use any kind of soft jellies you like - or even Turkish delight!
    More Recipe Tips: 
    • Slicing - remove the Rocky Road from the fridge at least 30 minutes before slicing - this will help it to stop cracking. Use a large sharp knife to cut the rocky road (or check out my top tips for cutting rocky road here). 
    • Equipment - Rocky Road can be made using a microwave, stove-top or Thermomix. If using a stove-top, melt the chocolate and coconut oil (optional) in a small bowl over a saucepan of boiling water (do not allow the water to enter the chocolate bowl).
    • Storing & Freezing - Rocky Road can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1 month or frozen for up to 3 months. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 29mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Jacqui Clendon says

      December 19, 2024 at 10:54 am

      5 stars
      This is the best rocky road recipe ever, I use the mini marshmallows, just because I can't be bothered cutting up the bigger ones and to be honest if you're cutting into bite-sized pieces for gifting this is a better option, hubby hates when he gets a heap of marshmallow and not alot of anything else, I also make it gluten free.

      Reply
    2. Fel says

      March 12, 2024 at 9:44 pm

      5 stars
      Best rocky road!! Sooo easy and such a crowd pleaser. I’ve made this so many times and I always get complimented on how good it is

      Reply
      • Lucy says

        March 13, 2024 at 8:26 am

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    3. Ty says

      December 11, 2023 at 3:39 pm

      5 stars
      Made this quick and easy rocky road recipe for 8 friends for a Christmas gathering. Everyone absolutely loved it and were raving about how great the rocky road was. They have requested for more in the future! It is so simple and so delicious!

      Reply
    4. Lynelle says

      September 23, 2023 at 7:22 pm

      5 stars
      My favourite rocky road recipe. The ratios seem to be spot on. I usually make with milk chocolate, but tried with half milk and half dark melts today. Delicious!

      Reply
      • Lucy says

        September 24, 2023 at 3:03 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
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