Best Ever Rocky Road Brownies

Best Ever Rocky Road Brownies: The Ultimate Gooey, Crunchy, Chocolatey Treat

If you love rich, fudgy brownies packed with gooey marshmallows, crunchy nuts, and melty chocolate, then you’re in for a treat! These Best Ever Rocky Road Brownies are everything you crave—chewy, chocolatey, and completely irresistible. Perfect for parties, bake sales, or just when you need something indulgent, this easy recipe comes together in no time.

What makes these brownies so special? First, they start with a deeply rich, homemade brownie base that’s soft and fudgy. Then, we load them up with chocolate chunks, toasted nuts, and gooey marshmallows for the ultimate rocky road experience. But the best part? After baking, we top them with even more marshmallows and nuts, letting everything melt together into pure brownie bliss.

Whether you’re baking for a crowd or treating yourself, these brownies are guaranteed to impress. So, grab your ingredients and let’s get baking—because once you try these, you’ll never go back to plain brownies again! Get ready for your new favorite dessert. ✨

INGREDIENTS

1 cup all-purpose flour
⅔ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs + 1 egg yolk
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks
½ tsp salt
½ tsp baking powder
1 ¼ cups mini marshmallows (½ cup for batter, ¾ cup for topping)
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.

2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar until smooth and glossy. Add eggs, egg yolk, and vanilla extract, whisking until fully combined.

3. Combine dry ingredients: Sift in cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder. Gently fold the ingredients together until just combined—do not overmix!

4. Fold in mix-ins: Stir in small chocolate chunks, ½ cup of mini marshmallows (cut in half or fourths for better distribution), and ½ cup of chopped nuts.

5. Bake: Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs (not wet batter).

6. Add toppings: Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle ¾ cup of marshmallows and the remaining ½ cup of nuts on top. Return to the oven for 2-3 minutes until marshmallows puff up slightly.

7. Cool & serve: Let the brownies cool completely before cutting into squares. Enjoy!

HELPFUL TIPS TO PERFECT THIS RECIPE

• For the fudgiest brownies, slightly underbake them (aim for 30 minutes).
• Use high-quality cocoa powder for a deep, rich chocolate flavor.
• Don’t overmix the batter to keep the brownies soft and chewy.
• Toast the nuts before adding them for extra flavor.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for an extra fudgy texture.