This extra creamy rocky road fudge combines marshmallows, peanuts and chocolate for a classic treat. With only four ingredients it’s quick and reliable every time. 
If you love the contrast of chocolate and peanuts, this easy rocky road fudge is a must-try. It’s rich and creamy like good fudge should be, studded with crunchy peanuts and soft marshmallows for that signature rocky road texture and flavor.
How to Make Rocky Road Fudge
This recipe is incredibly simple and can be made in the microwave — no candy thermometer required. You’ll need just four ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
- 1 cup salted peanuts (unsalted work fine)
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
Start by placing the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a large heatproof bowl and stirring so the chips are coated. Microwave on medium power for 45–60 seconds, remove and stir. Continue microwaving in short bursts—stirring between each—until the chocolate is almost melted, then stir until fully smooth.
Using medium power is important. If you microwave on high the chocolate can “bake” instead of melt, which may leave the fudge grainy and prevent it from setting properly. When the chocolate is glossy and smooth, fold in the peanuts and marshmallows. If the chocolate is very hot the marshmallows may soften or swirl into the mixture, which is fine but will change the look slightly.
Pour or spoon the mixture into a lined 9×13-inch pan (parchment or foil with the edges left to lift the fudge out later). Smooth the top, then let it set until firm — about 2 hours at room temperature or 1 hour in the fridge. Once set, lift the fudge from the pan and cut into pieces.
The salty peanuts, chewy marshmallows and creamy chocolate create a delicious balance of flavors and textures. This fudge is ideal for holiday platters, gifts for friends and neighbors, or a simple treat any time of year.
Other rocky road and fudge variations you might enjoy include no-bake rocky road bars, rocky road candy, peanut butter fudge, classic chocolate fudge, maple walnut fudge and butter pecan fudge.
Rocky Road Fudge
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Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 14oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 cup peanuts
Instructions
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Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper or lightly greased foil, leaving edges to lift the fudge out later.
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Place the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk in a large heatproof bowl and stir to coat the chips.
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Microwave on medium power for 45–60 seconds, remove and stir. Repeat in short bursts until the chocolate is nearly melted, then stir until smooth.
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Fold in the peanuts and marshmallows. If the chocolate is very hot the marshmallows may melt slightly and create swirls; this is fine.
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Pour or spoon the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Let the fudge set until firm—about 2 hours at room temperature or 1 hour in the fridge.
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Lift the parchment or foil from the pan and cut the fudge into pieces.
Notes
Nutrition
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Carbohydrates: 7g
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Protein: 1g
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Fat: 5g
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Sugar: 5g
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