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.
