Decadent Rocky Road Cheesecake Recipe

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Decadent Rocky Road Cheesecake Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
90 mins
Total Time:
110mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on October 15, 2023

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

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. 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.
  3. In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
  6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle the mini marshmallows, chopped walnuts, and semi-sweet chocolate chunks over the top of the cheesecake.
  8. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the marshmallows are lightly toasted.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the cheesecake cool completely in the pan.
  10. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
  11. Once chilled, remove the sides of the springform pan and transfer the cheesecake to a serving platter.
  12. 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.