Rocky Road Bars

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2

Homemade Rocky Road Bars recipe perfect for any sweet tooth

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

2 hours and 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

209

Sugar

21g

Fat

11g

Rocky Road Bars are a classic American dessert that originated in the early 1900s, adding texture and flavor to the traditional chocolate bar. These bars are made with a combination of chocolate chips, condensed milk, margarine, peanuts, and mini marshmallows, creating a crunchy and chewy texture that makes them a crowd-pleaser. The bars take only a few minutes to assemble and can be served as a dessert or snack whenever needed. These delicious bars are perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth and are great for sharing with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, melt the chocolate chips, condensed milk, and margarine over low heat.
2.	Remove from heat and add in the peanuts and mini marshmallows, stirring well to combine.
3.	Pour the mixture into a lined baking dish and spread evenly.
4.	Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the bars are firm.
5.	Cut into squares and serve chilled.

PROS

These Rocky Road Bars are quick and easy to make, requiring only a handful of ingredients.

They are perfect for satisfying any sweet cravings and can be made ahead of time for convenience.

CONS

These bars are high in sugar and calories, which should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The bars may be too sweet for some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Rocky Road Bars are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional sweet treat.
The nuts in this recipe provide a good source of protein and healthy fats, while the chocolate contains antioxidants that may benefit heart health in moderation.

	1 package chocolate chips
	1 can condensed milk
	2 tablespoons margarine
	2 cups dry roasted peanuts
	1 package mini marshmallows