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 & TIPSIngredients 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!
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.