Easy No-Bake Rocky Road Bars
These no-bake rocky road bars are loaded with marshmallows, nuts, and chocolatey goodness—made in minutes and perfect for any sweet craving.
Ingredients
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1 1/2 cups chopped nuts almonds, pecans, or walnuts
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs or crispy rice cereal
- Pinch of sea salt optional
- Extra nuts or mini chocolate chips for topping optional
Instructions
- Prepare your pan: Line an 8x8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides.
- Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, melt the chocolate chips and butter together until smooth and glossy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Let the chocolate cool slightly: Set the melted chocolate aside for 5 minutes so it’s warm but not hot—this prevents the marshmallows from melting.
- Mix in the goodies: Gently fold in the mini marshmallows, chopped nuts, and graham cracker crumbs (or cereal). Stir until everything is evenly coated in chocolate.
- Spread the mixture into the pan: Press the rocky road mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle with extra nuts, chocolate chips, or sea salt if using.
- Chill until set: Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours, or until they are firm and easy to slice.
- Cut and serve: Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper. Use a sharp knife to cut into 16 squares.
- Store leftovers: Keep extras in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.