Chef John's Rocky Road
Description
Chef John's rocky road recipe uses sweet marshmallows, bittersweet dark chocolate, and crunchy nuts in his version of the well-known candy and ice cream.
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
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2 teaspoons maple syrup
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1 1/2 cups miniature marshmallows
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1 1/4 cups lightly salted roasted almonds
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1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Directions
1
Place dark chocolate chips, butter, and maple syrup in a heat-safe bowl set over a saucepan with about 1 inch hot water over lowest heat setting until melted; do not stir.
2
Meanwhile, line an 8x8-inch baking pan with plastic wrap.
3
Slowly stir melted chocolate mixture with a spatula until shiny and smooth. Off heat, stir in marshmallows and almonds until combined.
4
Quickly transfer mixture to the prepared pan until evenly distributed. Do not smooth or press down the top; try to preserve a rough texture. Cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm and well chilled, about 2 hours.
5
Sift cocoa over top. Cut into 16 squares.