Description

Thick, rich, and loaded with gooey goodness, these Fudgy Rocky Road Cookies are a chocolate lover’s dream come true. Each bite is packed with melty chocolate, soft mini marshmallows, and crunchy nuts for the ultimate cookie experience. With their brownie-like texture and rocky road mix-ins, these cookies bring all the flavor of your favorite ice cream into warm, freshly baked form.

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Ingredients

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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1½ cups semisweet chocolate chips (divided)
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
1 cup mini marshmallows
¾ cup chopped walnuts or almonds (or nut of choice)

Optional Add-ins:

½ tsp espresso powder (enhances chocolate flavor)
½ cup white or dark chocolate chunks for variety

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Instructions

Step 1: Melt Butter & Chocolate
In a saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter with 1 cup of chocolate chips.
Stir until smooth and let cool slightly.

Step 2: Beat the Eggs & Sugars
In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until light and creamy—about 2–3 minutes.

Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients
Pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture. Stir until fully combined.

Step 4: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring until a thick dough forms.

Step 5: Fold in the Rocky Road Mix-ins
Gently stir in the remaining ½ cup chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, and chopped nuts.
If marshmallows are sticking, dust them lightly in flour before adding.

Step 6: Scoop and Bake
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Scoop dough into balls (about 2 tablespoons each) and place 2 inches apart.
Bake for 9–11 minutes, or until edges are set but centers are still soft.
Cookies will firm up as they cool.

Step 7: Cool and Serve
Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Enjoy warm for gooey marshmallow goodness!

Notes

Use High-Quality Cocoa – Enhances the rich chocolate flavor.
Don’t Overbake – The centers should be soft for that fudgy texture.
Add Marshmallows Later – Press a few extra marshmallows on top before baking for a bakery-style look.
Chill Dough (Optional) – For thicker cookies, chill dough for 30 minutes.
Customize Mix-ins – Swap nuts, use different chocolates, or add coconut!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Cuisine: American