This rocky road cheesecake recipe is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers. It combines a creamy, rich cheesecake filling with a chocolate cookie crust and is topped with a generous amount of marshmallows, chocolate chunks, and nuts. The combination of flavors and textures creates a truly indulgent treat that is perfect for any special occasion or a delightful way to satisfy your sweet tooth. With a simple preparation process and minimal ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
- 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
- 3 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch (23cm) springform pan to form the crust.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle the mini marshmallows, chopped walnuts, and semi-sweet chocolate chunks over the top of the cheesecake.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the marshmallows are lightly toasted.
- Remove from the oven and let the cheesecake cool completely in the pan.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Once chilled, remove the sides of the springform pan and transfer the cheesecake to a serving platter.
- Slice and serve the delicious rocky road cheesecake.
Interesting Facts
Rocky Road is a classic ice cream flavor that originated in the United States.
The combination of marshmallows, nuts, and chocolate in rocky road desserts is said to resemble the rough terrain on which horses traveled during the gold rush era.
Cheesecake is believed to have originated in ancient Greece and has been enjoyed by various civilizations throughout history.
Cheesecake was brought to America by European settlers and has since become a beloved dessert in American cuisine.