Name: Easter Rocky Road
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 150 min
Ingredients: 150 g Dark chocolate; 350 g Milk chocolate; 200 g Butter or baking spread (unsalted); 150 g Golden syrup; 100 g Digestive biscuits (Broken up); 75 g Marshmallows (gelatine free if serving to vegetarians, I use Freedom Mallows); 225 g Mini eggs, chocolate orange eggs, mini creme eggs; 60 g Mini eggs; 60 g Chocolate orange eggs; 5 Mini Kit Kat Bunnies; 4 Creme Eggs (cut in half); Sprinkles (optional)

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This Easter Rocky Road is the ultimate Easter treat! It combines all your Easter favourites into one delicious no bake treat! I've used lots of Easter favourites in this recipe like Creme Eggs and Mini Eggs, but you can use whatever Easter chocolate you have in the house. You could even use Easter eggs as the chocolate part of the recipe. As it's a no bake recipe it's great for making with the kids and it's such a simple process for anyone to follow as you don't even have to turn the oven on. If Easter has past when you're reading this, then this recipe for Easter Rocky Road is perfect for using up your leftover Easter chocolate (if you have any!)

Ingredient Tips & Equipment Information

You can use a baking spread like Stork in rocky road, but I much prefer using butter as I think it tastes better. But of course it’s down to personal preference!
I used digestive biscuits for this rocky road, but you could also use shortbread or another biscuit like Hob Nobs.
You can use any combination of dark or milk chocolate that you like, or even make it all milk or all dark chocolate! Just make sure it reaches the total amount of 500g.
I use Freedom Marshmallows in all my rocky road as they are vegetarian (they haven't paid me to recommend them, I'm just a fan!). Many marshmallows contain beef or pork gelatine so check the packet if you are serving this rocky road to vegetarians. Freedom marshmallows are available online and in Sainsburys. M&S also do a gelatine free marshmallow.
Golden syrup is sold all over the world, so check the international section in your supermarket if you're not based in the UK. You can also buy it online from Amazon (see link below). If you can't get hold of it, light corn syrup or glucose syrup are the closest things to it, however I've not tested this recipe with them. Please note, you will not get the same results if you omit the golden syrup.
If you like glace cherries in your rocky road, you can add 75g of them to this recipe.
Although I provide cup measurements, I highly recommend weighing your ingredients out using digital kitchen scales*. It is the most accurate way to measure ingredients and will ensure the best results. Digital scales are very low cost and can be purchased for around £12 ($16.50) .
For teaspoon (tsp) and tablespoon (tbsp) measurements, please use measuring spoons* and not the type of spoons you eat with. Again this will ensure accuracy and provide the best results.

For the full recipe with measurements, head to the recipe card at the end of this post.

How to make Easter Rocky Road

Start by preparing the fillings in a bowl, break up the biscuits, chop up the mini creme eggs (if using), add the marshmallows, mini eggs and chocolate orange eggs. In a pan on a low heat, melt both chocolates, the golden syrup and butter together.

Mix two thirds of the chocolate mixture into the bowl of fillings until well coated. Then put the mixture into the tin and press it down. Pour the remaining chocolate mixture over the top and tap the tin a few times on the work surface. This will help the chocolate to fill in any gaps. Decorate the top with Creme Eggs, easter chocolate bunnies, and chocolate eggs. Add some sprinkles too if you like. Put it in the fridge to set for a few hours. Once it is set, remove from the tin and slice it into squares.

What is the best kind of chocolate to use for rocky road?

I used chocolate callets by Callebaut for this rocky road, but any good quality chocolate will work well and taste delicious. I’ve also made rocky road many times using supermarket own brand chocolate. I recommend avoiding cooking or baking chocolate.

How should you store rocky road?

Rocky road is best kept in the fridge. It can be stored at room temperature, but it will be much softer in texture and not last as long. Stored in the fridge, rocky road can last up to 3 weeks (well technically… you’ll probably eat it before then!!) It can also be frozen either wrapped individually, or in a tupperware container or freezer bags.

What size tin do you need for this recipe?

I use an 8" (20cm) square tin to make rocky road as I find it produces the perfect thickness when the rocky road is sliced up. If you want to use a 9" (23cm) square tin, I recommend increasing the ingredients by 25% to retain the thickness. Or you can make it with the same amounts for a thinner rocky road.

How do you cut Creme Eggs in half?

The best way to do this is to use a large sharp knife, find the seal where the two halves of egg have been stuck together (sometimes there is a slight crack that can start of your cut), and saw the knife gently through the chocolate. Try not to just push down, as this can crack the chocolate. If is very likely that you won't get perfect halves for all of your eggs, but you can still use them as they are pushed down into the melted chocolate which holds the half together (or you can eat them!)

Who is this recipe suitable for?

You may not know, but most marshmallows contain beef or pork gelatine, which makes them unsuitable for vegetarians. However if you use gelatine free marshmallows like I have, then the recipe will be suitable for vegetarians. My favourite brand is Freedom Mallows, but there are now several gelatine free brands available. Most Easter chocolates are vegetarian too, but always check the label as some products still use shellac (derived from insects) when colouring some sweets.

Can this recipe be made gluten free?

Yes! To make this recipe gluten free, replace the disgestive biscuits with a gluten free alternative. Please also check the labels of all the ingredients you use to ensure they are gluten free and avoid cross contamination.

Can this recipe be made dairy free or vegan?

Yes! To make this recipe dairy free and vegan, you can use dairy free chocolate, dairy free butter and some dairy free Easter treats instead. McVitie's Disgestive biscuits are vegan, as are the Freedom Mallows I've mentioned previously in this post. Moo Free, Buttermilk and Doisy & Dam are all brands that offer Easter chocolate mini eggs.

What other Easter treats can you add to this rocky road?

I used mini eggs, Terry's chocolate orange mini eggs, mini creme eggs, creme eggs and Kit Kat easter bunnnies, but you can fill and decorate this Easter Rocky Road with any Easter treats you like. Here are some ideas:

Galaxy enchanted eggs
Oreo eggs
Reese's peanut butter eggs
Lindt eggs
After Eight eggs
Cadbury caramel eggs
Micro eggs

Troubleshooting

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