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Rocky Road Fudge: The Ultimate Chocolate Lover’s Dream Dessert

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Why Rocky Road Fudge is Basically Life

Imagine the most perfect combination of:
– Rich, melty chocolate
– Crunchy nuts
– Fluffy marshmallows
– Zero complicated cooking skills required

That’s Rocky Road Fudge in a nutshell. It’s the dessert that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen, but really takes like 15 minutes max.

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The Ridiculously Simple Classic Recipe

What You’ll Need
  • 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips (the good stuff)
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk (liquid gold)
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup salted peanuts

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How to Make It (Even a Kitchen Disaster Can’t Mess This Up)
  1. Throw chocolate chips, condensed milk, and butter in a microwave-safe bowl
  2. Nuke for 90 seconds
  3. Stir until smooth (no lumps!)
  4. Add vanilla
  5. Dump in marshmallows and nuts
  6. Spread on a lined baking tray
  7. Chill until set

Pro Tip: Let it sit at room temp for 10-15 minutes before cutting. Trust me, your cuts will look way more Instagram-worthy.

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Variations That’ll Blow Your Mind

For the Nut Lovers
  • Swap peanuts for pecans
  • Try walnuts for a different crunch
  • Mix and match your favorite nuts

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Microwave Magic Version

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz chocolate chips
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 cups mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup chopped nuts

Quick Method:

  1. Microwave chocolate and milk
  2. Stir in marshmallows and nuts
  3. Refrigerate for an hour
  4. Slice and devour

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Storage Secrets

  • Refrigerate up to 2 weeks
  • Keep in airtight container
  • Pro move: Separate layers with parchment paper

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Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don’t overheat chocolate (it gets weird)
  • Use high-quality chocolate
  • Let fudge come to room temp before cutting

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The Real Talk

This recipe is basically foolproof. Even if you burn water (no judgment), you can make this fudge. It’s perfect for:

  • Holiday gifts
  • Midnight snacks
  • Impressing your friends
  • Treating yourself (because you deserve it)

Grab those ingredients and get ready to become a dessert legend. Rocky Road Fudge is about to be your new signature dish.

Disclaimer: Not responsible for sudden chocolate addiction or spontaneous dance parties in your kitchen.

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