Christmas Rocky Road – Nigella Lawson

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 15
Christmas Rocky Road recipe with amaretti and glace cherries - Nigella Lawson
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

9 ounces dark chocolate , chopped
5 ounces milk chocolate , chopped
6 ounces butter , softened plus extra for greasing
4 tablespoons golden syrup
7 ounces amaretti
5 ounces shelled brazil nuts
5 ounces red glace cherries
4 ounces mini marshmallows
1 tablespoon icing sugar or 1 tablespoon confectioners ' sugar ( 125g )
edible glitter , to decorate ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20
Calories
333
Sugar
26g
Fat
22g
If you're looking for a tasty and festive treat to make this holiday season, look no further than Nigella Lawson's Christmas Rocky Road. This recipe is a play on the classic rocky road, but it adds a touch of amaretti and glace cherries to give it a quintessentially Christmassy flavor. It's perfect for sharing with friends and family or for giving as a homemade gift. The combination of chocolate, nuts, and marshmallows is always a crowd-pleaser, and this recipe is no exception.

Instructions

1.Grease a 33 x 23 x 5 1/2cm / 13 x 9 x 2-inch brownie pan and line the base and sides with baking parchment.
2.Gently melt the chocolate and butter in a heavy-based saucepan.
3.Take the pan off the heat and stir in the golden syrup, amaretti, brazil nuts, glace cherries and marshmallows.
4.Tip the mixture into the prepared tin and smooth over as best you can.
5.Chill until set, then cut into small pieces.
6.To decorate, sieve the icing sugar over the top and sprinkle with some edible glitter, if using.
7.

PROS

This recipe is easy and quick to put together, and the result is a deliciously decadent treat that is perfect for the holiday season.

The combination of chocolate, amaretti, brazil nuts, cherries, and marshmallows makes for a sweet and nutty flavor that is sure to please everyone.

CONS

This recipe is high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Additionally, it contains nuts and may not be suitable for those with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, it does contain some ingredients that offer health benefits.
Dark chocolate, for example, is rich in antioxidants that can help protect against disease and improve heart health.
Brazil nuts are also a good source of selenium, a mineral that is important for immune function and thyroid health.

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