Gummi Bear & Popping Candy Rocky Road

A super fun Gummi Bear & Popping Candy Rocky Road recipe with fluffy marshmallows and mini chocolate M&Ms.

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Course: Dessert, sweet

Cuisine: rocky road

Prep Time: 10

Chilling time: 2

Total Time: 2 10

Servings: serves

Calories: 167kcal

Cost: $10

Line the base and sides of an 18cm x 28cm 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.
If using a Thermomix: 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.
Stir through the chopped marshmallows, mini M&Ms, popping candy and gummi bears (reserve a few M&Ms and gummi bears for decorating the top.
If using a Thermomix: 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 decorate with the reserved gummi bears and mini M&Ms.
Place in the fridge for 2 hours or until completely set.
Use a sharp knife to cut into pieces (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).

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 pieces.
Marshmallows - choose regular sized marshmallows for this recipe and cut in half. I use Pascall brand which is popular here in Australia.
Popping Candy - ensure you use popping candy (not popping gum). I used Pop Rocks brand.
Mini M&Ms - or substitute with regular M&Ms or Smarties.
Gummi Bears - try to choose soft gummi bears as they're easier to cut. If you have firmer gummi bears, chop them in smaller pieces before using.

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.