Classic Rocky Road Pie
This Classic Rocky Road Pie features a buttery graham cracker crust, rich chocolate filling, and all the rocky road favorites—mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and toasted almonds—made without baking. The perfect balance of textures and flavors creates an irresistible dessert that brings together childhood nostalgia and sophisticated indulgence in every bite, no oven required.
Equipment
- 9-inch Pie Plate
- Measuring Cups
- Medium Saucepan
Ingredients
Graham Cracker Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs about 16 full sheets
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted (1 stick)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 pinch salt
Chocolate Filling
- 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Rocky Road Topping
- 1 1/2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup toasted almonds roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp chocolate syrup for drizzling
Instructions
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a medium bowl, mixing until the texture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate, using the bottom of a measuring cup to create an even, compact surface. Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the filling.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer at the edges (do not boil). Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips and butter, allowing them to sit undisturbed for 3 minutes. Gently whisk until smooth, then stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Pour the smooth chocolate filling into the chilled graham cracker crust, gently tapping the pie plate on the counter to release any air bubbles and create a level surface. Return to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours or until the filling has set to a fudgy consistency.
- Once the chocolate layer has set, sprinkle the mini marshmallows, additional chocolate chips, and toasted almonds evenly across the top of the pie. Gently press them into the surface to ensure they adhere to the chocolate layer.
- Drizzle the chocolate syrup over the rocky road toppings in a zigzag pattern for visual appeal. Return the pie to the refrigerator and chill for at least another 2 hours before serving, allowing all elements to fully set and flavors to meld.
Notes
Remove from refrigeration 15-20 minutes before serving to enhance the flavor profile.
This pie maintains peak freshness for up to 5 days when stored properly in the refrigerator.
For longer storage, the pie can be frozen for up to 1 month—simply wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil before freezing.
This pie maintains peak freshness for up to 5 days when stored properly in the refrigerator.
For longer storage, the pie can be frozen for up to 1 month—simply wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil before freezing.
Nutrition
Calories: 475kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 5gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 165mgFiber: 3gSugar: 36g
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