Irresistible No-Bake Rocky Road Fudge Bars
A quick and easy no-bake dessert featuring a fudgy chocolate base mixed with marshmallows and toasted nuts, perfect for casual gatherings and last-minute treats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 22 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (340g) semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
- 1 can (14 oz / 396g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups (about 75g) mini marshmallows
- 1 cup (120g) chopped toasted walnuts or pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup dried cherries or cranberries
- Optional: melted dark chocolate for drizzle
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. (5 minutes)
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and softened butter. Stir constantly until melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes. (7 minutes)
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
- Gently fold in mini marshmallows and chopped toasted nuts, distributing evenly without overmixing. (3 minutes)
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading evenly and pressing lightly to compact. (3 minutes)
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to cut.
- Lift the fudge out using the parchment overhang, cut into 16 squares, and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. (5 minutes)
Notes
Use low heat and stir constantly when melting chocolate to avoid scorching. Add marshmallows off the heat to maintain their texture. Toast nuts lightly for extra flavor. Press mixture firmly into the pan for better bar cohesion. For clean cuts, warm and dry your knife before slicing. Optional toppings like melted dark chocolate drizzle add a professional look.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (if cut into 1
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20
- Fat: 11
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
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