Description

This festive Christmas Rocky Road combines rich semi-sweet chocolate, creamy almond butter, crunchy roasted almonds, tart dried cranberries, and soft mini marshmallows, all spiced with warming holiday flavors and topped with fresh pomegranate seeds. Perfect for holiday treats, this no-bake candy bar offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors, ideal for gifting or celebrating.

Ingredients

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Rocky Road Ingredients

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
¼ cup unsweetened almond butter
2 tablespoons butter or vegan butter
⅓ cup roasted almonds, roughly chopped
¼ cup dried cranberries
1 ½ cups mini marshmallows
½ large pomegranate, seeds removed

Spices and Flavorings

¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon salt
1/16 teaspoon ground ginger
1/16 teaspoon ground allspice
1/16 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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Instructions

Prep + Melt: Line a standard loaf pan with parchment paper. For a double batch, use a 9x9 or 8x8 inch square pan. In a medium pot on low heat, melt together the chocolate chips, almond butter, butter, and all the spices and flavorings. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Mix-ins: Stir in the almonds and cranberries and remove from heat. Allow to cool for 3-5 minutes before adding the marshmallows (so they don't melt). Add the marshmallows and stir gently to coat.
Pomegranate Seeds: Spread the mixture in the lined pan by gently pressing it into the corners with a spatula. Sprinkle generously with pomegranate seeds and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.

Notes

1/16 teaspoon is half of a ⅛ teaspoon measure. It's essentially an equal 'pinch' of each holiday spice.
Storage: Store leftover Christmas Rocky Road in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or at a cool room temperature for 2-3 days. The candy will last much longer, but the pomegranate seeds will spoil after these durations.
Vegan option: Use vegan butter or coconut oil and vegan marshmallows like Dandies, which are also gluten-free.
Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free marshmallow brand like Jet Puffed or Campfire brand to ensure safe consumption for those with gluten intolerance or Celiac disease.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 150 kcal
Sugar: 12 g
Sodium: 40 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 10 mg