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The Best Rocky Road

The Best Rocky Road Bars: Irresistibly Chewy & Customizable

The Best Rocky Road bars are no-bake desserts combining dark chocolate, chewy marshmallows, and crunchy biscuits for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 22 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 200 grams Dark Chocolate High-quality for better texture
  • 100 grams Butter Salted or unsalted based on preference
  • 60 ml Golden Syrup Can substitute with corn syrup
For the Crunch
  • 200 grams Digestive Biscuits Or graham crackers, gluten-free options available
  • 100 grams Roasted Nuts Optional, choose your favorites like pecans or walnuts
For the Sweetness
  • 150 grams Mini Marshmallows Chewy texture
  • 100 grams Dried Cranberries Optional, can swap with raisins or dried apricots
For the Finish
  • 25 grams Desiccated Coconut Optional, for a nutty flavor

Equipment

  • Heatproof bowl
  • spatula
  • 8-inch square baking tin
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt the chocolate: Set a heatproof bowl over a simmering pot of water. Add dark chocolate, butter, and golden syrup, stirring gently until smooth and glossy (5-7 minutes).
  2. Prepare dry ingredients: Crush digestive biscuits into small pieces and fold in mini marshmallows, roasted nuts, and dried cranberries.
  3. Combine mixtures: Pour melted chocolate over dry ingredients and fold until well coated.
  4. Transfer to pan: Line an 8-inch baking tin with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly into the corners.
  5. Chill: Sprinkle desiccated coconut on top if desired. Cover with cling film and refrigerate for 2 hours to set.
  6. Serve: Remove from fridge, lift out using parchment, cut into squares, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use quality dark chocolate for best results. Overheating the chocolate can affect texture. Press the mixture firmly to ensure proper binding.

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