4 Ingredient Rocky Road Fudge Recipe (2024)

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This 4 Ingredient Rocky Road Fudge is something that my mom used to make every Christmas and I remembered how simple it is- no oven needed, just a microwave and some mad stirring skills!

My kids loved helping to make this recipe – it’s simple and fool-proof!

You only need 4 Ingredients to make this Rocky Road Fudge:

  • 1(12 ounce) bagmilk chocolate chips(or semi-sweet works too!)
  • 1(14 ounce) cansweetened condensed milk
  • 3cupsmini marshmallows
  • 1½cupsfinely chopped peanuts

How to make Rocky Road Fudge:

Line a large 9×13″ baking pan with aluminum foil. Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.

In a large bowl, pour in the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Cook in the microwave for about 60 seconds, remove and stir. Continue to microwave at 15 second intervals (stirring after each one) until the chocolate chips are completely melted and smooth.

Fold in the marshmallows and nuts until they are fully incorporated.

Press the fudge mixture into the baking pan and place in the fridge for about 60 minutes to let it set up (stick in the freezer if you want it to set up faster).

When set, lift foil from pan and cut fudge into squares.

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Serves: 24 people

4 Ingredient Rocky Road Fudge Recipe

This fudge is something that my mom used to make every Christmas and it couldn't be easier- no oven needed, just a microwave and some mad stirring skills!

Prep Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

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Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) bag milk chocolate chips (or semi-sweet works too!)
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 cups mini marshmallows
  • cups finely chopped peanuts

Instructions

  • Line a large 9×13" baking pan with aluminum foil. Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.

  • In a large bowl, pour in the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Cook in the microwave for about 60 seconds, remove and stir. Continue to microwave at 15 second intervals (stirring after each one) until the chocolate chips are completely melted and smooth.

  • Fold in the marshmallows and nuts until they are fully incorporated.

  • Press the fudge mixture into the baking pan and place in the fridge for about 60 minutes to let it set up (stick in the freezer if you want it to set up faster).

  • When set, lift foil from pan and cut fudge into squares.

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Notes

  • Because this fudge is so rich we recommend cutting the fudge into small squares to serve!

Nutrition

Calories: 125 kcal · Carbohydrates: 16 g · Protein: 4 g · Fat: 6 g · Saturated Fat: 2 g · Cholesterol: 6 mg · Sodium: 28 mg · Potassium: 130 mg · Fiber: 1 g · Sugar: 13 g · Vitamin A: 44 IU · Vitamin C: 1 mg · Calcium: 57 mg · Iron: 1 mg

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch Baking Pan

  • Large Mixing Bowl

  • Aluminum Foil

  • Non-stick Cooking Spray

Recipe Details

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

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  1. Happy Valley Chow says:

    What a fantastic recipe! Perfect for this time of year, can't wait to try :)Happy Blogging!Happy Valley Chow

  2. Deon | ipinnedit.com says:

    My mom used to make this every Christmas season as well, and now I love to make a batch (or two or three) of it for my own fam during the holidays! I am always so amazed at my cooking skillzzz when I make this because it NEVER fails! It helps that it only requires four ingredients :)

  3. Sharon says:

    love your site

  4. Alli Miller @ Cupcake Diaries says:

    How did you know I love fudge and I have an entire Pinterest board dedicated to it? :) This looks amazing!

  5. Cheryl says:

    We made this every year when I was growing up only it is also known as Rocky Road Candy. The chocolate does not have a fudge consistency (at least when I have made it). Dry roasted peanuts are the best in this (IMHO).

  6. Cheryl at Snaps of Ginger says:

    I love desserts with lots of chunky "stuff" in them. This one is perfect and would be so good paired with some hot vanilla milk.~Cherylhttp://snaps-of-ginger.blogspot.com/

  7. Liz says:

    Thanks Camille and Happy Memories. Have a great Thanksgiving.

  8. Camille says:

    Thanks Liz!!! Same to you!

  9. maryam says:

    tanks a lot for good recepi woooooow ilove chocolate

  10. Dorothy Bacon says:

    I have made this for years bit call it candy not fudge. I use dry roasted salted peanuts and don't chop them. The contrast of a little bit of salt and the sweetness of the chocolate is wonderful. My father-in-law used to wash the plastic disposable plate and bring it give to me with the reasoning that that way I could send him more. We re-used that throw away plate every Thanksgiving and Christmas for years. Wish he were still here and I would make more for him right this minute.

  11. Jelli @JellibeanJournals says:

    This is JUST the way I make fudge. Granted, I've never added nuts and marshmallows, since I'm a chocolate fudge purist, but I love the way this turns out perfect every time with chips and sweetened condensed milk. Thanks for sharing! I'm sure my husband would love this.

  12. Jen ? says:

    I just made this for Thanksgiving and boy was it a huge hit. SOOOOO yummy and simple. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to bring something sweet to a party or get together.Another hit from the sisters! Thanks

  13. Deb V. says:

    We always used the colored mini marshmallows and mom called it "stained glass" candy!! I have not had it in years!

  14. grandpa says:

    Instead of nuts, add 4 broken up graham crackers (not crushed) and call it s'mores candy, Then you can have it year round. I have been making a batch a week for the last few weeks.

  15. Joy says:

    I'm having a major chocolate craving already--I might have to go to the store and the ingredients for this right n

  16. Rhonda says:

    I made this yesterday, I don't know what happen I did everything has directed but when I put in the fridge to set it is just staying liquidy, Is there a way to fix this ?

  17. Cyd says:

    I'm not sure what could have happened. It only has 4 ingredients and it sets up pretty nicely.

  18. Rhonda says:

    I think I know what happened, I bought just evaporated milk and not sweet condensed milk whoops. I will try again.

  19. Dani says:

    can wax paper be used in place of foil? This is my first go at fudge

  20. Cyd says:

    I'm sure it will work fine, but we always use foil and have not had a problem with it.

  21. 5stareasyrecipes.com says:

    I agree with Sharon, I love your site.

  22. Dulce says:

    This looks good! I'd like to try these someday... I just want to ask, how long will these last or how long is the shelf life?

  23. Cyd says:

    They should be fine for a week or so in an airtight container in the fridge.

  24. Liala Elrafihe says:

    how do you fit a 9x13 pan in your microwave and I thought aluminum foil in the microwave was a NO NO?

  25. Cyd says:

    The first line in the directions is telling you how to prepare the 9 x 13 inch pan. The second sentence says in a "large bowl". That is what you put in the microwave.

  26. Bree says:

    Does the fudge need to stay refrigerated?

  27. Jane says:

    I made this today but it is very gooey and and hard to cut even after being in the freezer for many hours. Should it set quite hard? What have I done wrong! It tastes yummy though!

  28. Cyd says:

    We let ours set up in the fridge and it was fine. It will soften when left out at room temperature for a long time.

  29. Hope says:

    Hi is there alternate to using non stick cooking spray. I avoid using it because of the toxic chemicals. Could I use butter?

  30. Cyd says:

    You could grease the foil lined pan with butter or shortening.

  31. Kelly says:

    Did you accidently use Evaporated Milk ? Please use Sweetened Condensed Milk

  32. Lisa Molina says:

    Very simple and how I remember making it... with milk chocolate chips! Thank you!!

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4 Ingredient Rocky Road Fudge Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What are the main ingredients in Rocky Road? ›

Rocky Road is about as simple as candy recipes get. Melt chocolate. Stir in add-ins of choice. Marshmallows, raspberries and peanuts are classic.

What does cream of tartar do in fudge? ›

Cream of tartar is used in caramel sauces and fudge to help prevent the sugar from crystallizing while cooking. It also prevents cooling sugars from forming brittle crystals, this is why it's the secret ingredient in snickerdoodles!

How long to beat fudge? ›

If you beat it by hand with a wooden spoon, crystallization can take between 5 to 15 minutes. The process is much faster with an electric mixer, just 2 to 3 minutes. The mixture is ready to be poured into a pan when it has visibly thickened and lost a bit of its luster.

What is the origin of the Rocky Road recipe? ›

The origins of Rocky Road

One theory suggests that Rocky Road emerged in Australia around 1853 as a clever way to salvage spoiled ingredients imported from the UK. These past-their-prime ingredients were allegedly mixed with chocolate and nuts to mask their off-flavours.

What are the ingredients in Rockies? ›

Description
  • Ingredients: Sodium chloride, Magnesium oxide.
  • Analytical Constituents: Sodium 38%Magnesium 0.10%
  • Additives (per kg): Trace Elements.
  • Sensory Additives: Mixtures of approved flavouring compounds 500 mg.

What flavors are in Rocky Road? ›

You'll want to travel down this road! This rich chocolate ice cream loaded with almonds and heaps of miniature marshmallows is a classic favorite that's fun to share.

What is the secret to perfect fudge? ›

The key to creamy, luscious fudge is controlling crystal formation. If the sucrose (table sugar) crystals are small, the fudge will feel creamy and smooth on your tongue. But if the crystals are large, the fudge develops a crumbly, dry, or even coarse texture.

How do you make fudge creamy and not grainy? ›

Grainy Fudge

To avoid this issue, swirl the pan instead of stirring it with a spoon. You can use a wet pastry brush to wipe down any sugar that sticks to the sides of the pot.

What happens if I use too much cream of tartar? ›

“Too much cream of tartar will impart a metallic, tin-like taste,” Molly warns.

Can you stir fudge too much? ›

Never stir the mixture during cooking or sugar could crystallize again. The mixture may seize and become grainy. Use a candy thermometer or conduct a cold water test to check if the fudge is done.

What makes high quality fudge? ›

You have to control two temperatures to make successful fudge: the cooking temperature AND the temperature at which the mixture cools before stirring to make it crystallize. Confectionery experiments have shown that the ideal cooking temperature for fudge is around 114 to 115 °C (237 to 239 °F).

Why won t my fudge go hard? ›

The main reason is that your Fudge has not reached the optimum temperature. If your mixture only reaches 110 or 112 degrees Celsius it will always be soft. That's why we recommend investing in a sugar thermometer. Another reason your Fudge is not setting is that the ratio of liquid to sugar is too high.

What do Americans call Rocky Road? ›

Rocky Road is a chocolate-based ice cream flavor mixed with chopped almonds and marshmallow pieces. While most Americans are familiar with Rocky Road ice cream, many are unaware that it was originally inspired by a brownie-like dessert also called Rocky Road.

Why are there marshmallows in Rocky Road? ›

According to one source, the flavor was created in March 1929 by William Dreyer in Oakland, California when he cut up walnuts and marshmallows with his wife's sewing scissors and added them to his chocolate ice cream in a manner that reflected how his partner Joseph Edy's chocolate candy creation incorporated walnuts ...

What's the difference between Tiffin and Rocky Road? ›

The difference between rocky road and tiffin recipes is typically down to how the chocolate mixture binds together. Some tiffin recipes use condensed milk and cocoa powder to hold it all together and then add chocolate on top.

What are the ingredients in Rocky Road protein powder? ›

INGREDIENTS: PROTEIN BLEND (WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, WHEY PEPTIDES), COCOA POWDER (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI), NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, LECITHIN, SALT, SUCRALOSE, ACESULFAME POTASSIUM, LACTASE.

What are the ingredients in Rocky Road Swensen? ›

INGREDIENTS. Water, sugar, milk fat, skimmed milk powder, glucose syrup, dark chocolate, cocoa powder, chocolate sauce, diced almonds, marshmallow, permitted colouring, permitted stabilizers and emulsifier.

What nut is in original Rocky Road? ›

Dreyer didn't have state of the art equipment at his fingertips, so he used his wife's sewing shears to cut marshmallows into small pieces. He also originally used walnuts in place of the almonds now more widely used in Rocky Road recipes.

What are the ingredients in Edy's Rocky Road? ›

Skim Milk, Cream, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Miniature Marshmallows, Roasted Almonds, Whey, Guar Gum, Carob Bean Gum.

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