This Easy Microwavable Rocky Road Fudge is loaded with walnuts and mini marshmallows and comes together in just 5 minutes. No candy thermometer, no stovetop – just a handful of ingredients and stress-free, nostalgic goodness.
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This fudge is rich, creamy, and loaded with texture thanks to crunchy nuts and fluffy mini marshmallows. It’s the kind of treat that disappears fast at parties, holiday gatherings, or honestly… straight from the fridge late at night.
Why you’ll love this Rocky Road Fudge
Make It Your Own
One of my favorite things about this recipe is how easy it is to customize. Walnuts are classic in rocky road, but feel free to swap them out for peanuts or pecans—whatever you love or have on hand. You can even mix and match depending on your crowd.
This fudge is a lifesaver during the holidays, for last-minute gifts, bake sales, or when you need a quick dessert without turning your kitchen upside down. It sets beautifully, slices clean, and looks impressive with minimal effort (my favorite kind of recipe).
If you love easy desserts that deliver big flavor with little work, this microwavable Rocky Road Fudge is about to become a go-to. Simple ingredients, flexible add-ins, and pure chocolatey goodness with the classic Rocky Road taste.
how to make rocky road fudge
Line an 8×8 or 9×9 pan with parchment paper. You can spray the pan with cooking spray to help the parchment paper stick to the pan. You may also use tin foil sprayed with cooking oil for easy removal.
In a medium microwavable mixing bowl, add semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream, and stir together to combine.
Place in the microwave, and heat for 90 seconds. Immediately remove and beat together, stir in walnuts and marshmallows.
Spread the fudge in the prepared pan and top it with sea salt, sprinkles or pecans and allow the fudge to cool to room temperature. Once cooled cover with foil, and chill for 2 hours, then remove from the pan by lifting the parchment paper and cut into 20 squares.Cut into fudge squares.
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Rocky Road Fudge
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Ingredients
- 22 ounces milk chocolate chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
- 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 or 9×9 pan with parchment paper. You can spray the pan with cooking spray to help the parchment paper stick to the pan. You may also use tin foil sprayed with cooking oil for easy removal.
- In a medium microwavable mixing bowl, add semi-sweet and dark chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and heavy cream, and stir together to combine.
- Place in the microwave, and heat for 90 seconds. Immediately remove and beat together, stir in walnuts and marshmallows.
- Spread the fudge in the prepared pan and top it with sea salt, sprinkles or pecans and allow the fudge to cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled cover with foil, and chill for 2 hours, then remove from the pan by lifting the parchment paper and cut into 20 squares.Cut into fudge squares and enjoy!
Can this recipe be doubled for a 13×9 baking pan?
Yes!