Rocky Road Fudge with Condensed Milk - Recipe Diaries (2024)

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Rocky Road Fudge is a delicious dessert that combines the smooth, creamy texture of fudge with the crunchy texture of nuts and the sweetness of marshmallows. Typically made with chocolate, this dessert is a favorite among chocolate lovers. It's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or for sharing with friends and family at any occasion.

I'm going to be doing a little mini series on my page called 14 Days of Christmas Recipes and I'll be posting a new Holiday-ish recipe for the next 14 days. Why? This site doesn't have very many Christmas recipes and the second reason is because I want to give myself a challenge. I'll be posting easy dessert recipes, appetizers, and festive drinks for your soul so stick around and gain some weight with me! Just kidding on the weight gain part. But no seriously, when it comes to the Holidays, I want fast and simple recipes to put together.

One thing I like around the Holidays is fudge. This recipe isn't really a true fudge recipe. Fudge requires heating up sugar and butter and milk in a pot until it reaches a certain temperature. I just like this recipe because you dump the chocolate chips, and condensed milk in a bowl and let that melt in the microwave. Add in whatever you like and pour it into a pan to set. Easy instant "fudge." Or candy, whatever you prefer.

What is Rocky Road Fudge Made of?

  • 3 cups 8 oz. chocolate chips
  • 1 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted peanuts
  • 1 ½ cups mini marshmallows

How to Make Rocky Road Fudge

  1. Prepare an 8×8 baking dish by lining with foil or parchment paper.
  2. In a medium sized bowl, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and salt. Microwave on high for a minute. Stir.
  3. Addin the peanuts and marshmallows and stir again.
  4. Spread the mixture out into the prepared baking dish and refrigerate until it is completely cold. Remove the fudge from the dish and cut into 16 squares with a sharp knife. Enjoy!

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How to store leftovers:Always store leftovers in clean, food-grade containers. The type of container doesn’t really matter. Use zip lock, glass, plastic, whatever! Make sure to store any leftovers in an airtight container before putting it in the freezer or fridge.

This can be prepped the day ahead.

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  • Author: Jenna
  • Total Time: 11min
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Description

Rocky Road Fudge is a delicious dessert that combines the smooth, creamy texture of fudge with the crunchy texture of nuts and the sweetness of marshmallows.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups 8 oz. chocolate chips
  • 1 14 oz. can sweetened condensed milk
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted peanuts
  • 1 ½ cups mini marshmallows

Instructions

  1. Prepare an 8×8 baking dish by lining with foil or parchment paper.
  2. In a medium sized bowl, combine the chocolate chips, sweetened condensed milk, and salt. Microwave on high for a minute. Stir.
  3. Addin the peanuts and marshmallows and stir again.
  4. Spread the mixture out into the prepared baking dish and refrigerate until it is completely cold. Remove the fudge from the dish and cut into 16 squares with a sharp knife. Enjoy!

Notes

To make this recipe more WW friendly use a bag of Lily's chocolate chips and a can of fat-free sweetened condensed milk.

Makes 15 servings

4 smart points for the fudge base. (does not include peanuts and marshmallows)

  • Prep Time: 10min
  • Cook Time: 1min
  • Category: Easy
  • Method: Microwave
  • Cuisine: American

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  1. Ashley M says

    My kind of fudge. I love marshmallows and chocolate together!

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Rocky Road Fudge with Condensed Milk - Recipe Diaries (2024)

FAQs

What happens if I use sweetened condensed milk instead of evaporated milk in fudge? ›

Use Evaporated Milk- Make sure to use evaporated milk and not sweetened condensed milk. If you accidentally use sweetened condensed milk your fudge will be incredibly over the top sweet.

Does fudge contain condensed milk? ›

Our ultimate fudge is one of our oldest and most treasured recipes. Loved through the generations, it makes a great homemade gift for your family and friends. Made with our delicious Carnation Condensed Milk, this fudge recipe promises to be your creamiest yet.

What's in Rocky Road ice cream? ›

Rocky road ice cream is a chocolate-flavored ice cream. Though there are variations from the original flavor, it traditionally comprises chocolate ice cream, nuts, and whole or diced marshmallows.

How many calories are in Rocky Road fudge? ›

Foods related to rocky road fresh fudge

Rocky road fresh fudge contains 150 calories per 42 g serving. This serving contains 6 g of fat, 1 g of protein and 26 g of carbohydrate.

Why won't my condensed milk fudge set? ›

The most common culprit behind unset fudge is inaccurate temperature control. If the sugar mixture hasn't reached the correct temperature, your fudge won't set. Ensure you use a reliable candy thermometer and follow temperature guidelines meticulously to achieve the desired consistency.

Why is my condensed milk fudge not setting? ›

It sounds like your fudge simply wasn't heated enough. Fudge is basically a superconcentrated syrup, and it sets when sugar dissolved in the water (from the butter and milk) comes out of solution as the mixture cools and forms crystals.

What is the secret to good fudge? ›

Tips for Making Fudge
  • Monitor the Temperature with a Candy Thermometer. If you end up with soft fudge that turns into a puddle in your hands or hard fudge that is a bit reminiscent of a crunchy candy, improper temperature is likely to blame. ...
  • Avoid Stirring Once the Mixture Comes to a Simmer. ...
  • Beat Thoroughly.
Mar 8, 2023

Why is condensed milk not advisable? ›

Evaporated milk has added sugar and carbohydrates which are very high, making sweetened condensed milk not healthy for nutritional intake for babies and children, Ali explained.

Why is my condensed milk fudge grainy? ›

– There are a number of reasons why the fudge was grainy. It might be that you haven't dissolved all the sugar before boiling the fudge mixture. It could be that there just wasn't enough fluid or fat to enable the sugar to dissolve or it might even be that the fudge wasn't beaten long enough or hard enough.

What is the nut in rocky road? ›

This rich chocolate ice cream loaded with almonds and heaps of miniature marshmallows is a classic favorite that's fun to share.

What is in Bluebell rocky road? ›

Milk, cream, skim milk, sugar, high fructose corn syrup, almonds (almonds, canola oil, salt), marshmallows [corn syrup, sugar, modified food starch (corn), water, gelatin, tetrasodium pyrophosphate (improves whipping)], cocoa (processed with alkali), cellulose gum, vegetable gums (guar, carrageenan, carob bean), salt.

What's the difference between rocky road and Heavenly Hash? ›

They are both very similar. However, Rocky Road is a little chunkier using larger peanuts and actual marshmallow chunks. On the other hand, heavenly hash has extra added Chocolate. Rocky road is a more common flavor in your average U.S. ice cream shop.

How many calories are in a 1 inch cube of fudge? ›

Chocolate Fudge (1 piece, 1 cubic inch) contains 16.8g total carbs, 16.4g net carbs, 2.3g fat, 0.5g protein, and 90 calories.

How many calories in a skinny Rocky Road? ›

Less than 75 calories. High in Fibre. Store in a cool, dry environment away from direct sunlight. Best before end see top of pack.

How many calories are in Mackinac Island fudge? ›

Mackinac Island Fudge - Scround
Serving Size2/3 cup (95g)
Amount Per Serving Calories2/3 Cup 220
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g14%
Saturated Fat 8g40%
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What can I substitute for evaporated milk in fudge? ›

We have 6 different suggestions for evaporated milk substitutions.
  • Regular Milk (whole, 2% or skim) ...
  • Heavy Cream. ...
  • Half-and-Half. ...
  • Powdered Milk. ...
  • Regular Non-Dairy Milk (almond, oat, etc) ...
  • Coconut Milk.
Feb 28, 2023

Can you replace evaporated milk with sweetened condensed milk? ›

Although it may be tempting, because of the added sugar, you should generally avoid substituting sweetened condensed milk in any recipe that calls for evaporated. If you don't have evaporated milk available, it's possible to substitute a cup of light cream, or you can make your own.

Does fudge need evaporated or condensed milk? ›

Evaporated milk is milk that has been cooked to reduce its water content. It is more stable than regular milk and it can be cooked at high temperatures without curdling, a real benefit to fudge. Unfortunately, there is no substitute for it in a fudge recipe.

Is evaporated milk directly interchangeable with sweetened condensed milk? ›

Even though these are both shelf-stable, concentrated forms of milk and have some similarities, evaporated and condensed milk cannot be used interchangeably.

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