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Fudgy Rocky Road Cookies

Fudgy Rocky Road Cookies

These Fudgy Rocky Road Cookies are rich, gooey, and packed with marshmallows, crunchy nuts, and melty chocolate.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Components:

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Dutch-processed preferred
  • 1/2 cup mini marshmallows

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg + 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Mix-ins:

  • 1/2 cup roasted almonds roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup additional chocolate chunks milk and dark chocolate mix preferred

Instructions
 

  • Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt 3/4 cup chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Cream Butter & Sugars: Beat butter with brown and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, yolk, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
  • Incorporate Chocolate: Pour melted chocolate into the wet mixture and beat until combined.
  • Mix in Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until no streaks remain.
  • Fold in Mix-ins: Gently fold in marshmallows, chopped almonds, chocolate chunks, and remaining chocolate chips.
  • Scoop & Bake: Scoop 2-tablespoon-sized balls onto the prepared baking sheets. Press extra marshmallows and nuts on top if desired. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set and the centers remain soft.
  • Cool & Enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm for the ultimate gooey treat!

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • Vegan marshmallows and dairy-free chocolate can be used for a vegan version.
  • For an extra caramel twist, add caramel bits to the dough.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSugar: 14g
Keyword Chocolate Cookies, Fudgy Rocky Road Cookies, Rocky Road Recipe
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