Decadent Rocky Road Cookie Pizza Delight
Indulge in this mouth-watering Decadent Rocky Road Cookie Pizza Delight that combines the classic flavors of rocky road with an irresistible cookie crust. Soft, chewy, and loaded with crunch, this dessert is perfect for sharing at parties, family gatherings, or as a special treat for your loved ones. With a base of rich cookie dough, topped off with toasted marshmallows, crunchy peanuts, and drizzled with luscious caramel and chocolate, every bite is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience!
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Servings
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Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pillsbury refrigerated cookie dough
1 (20-ounce package)
Salted peanuts
1/2 (cup, chopped)
Miniature marshmallows
1 (cup)
Semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 (6-ounce package)
Caramel ice cream topping
1/3 (cup)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
2
Lightly butter a 12-inch pizza pan.
3
Press or roll out the Pillsbury refrigerated cookie dough into an even layer on the prepared pan, ensuring the edges are slightly thicker to hold in the toppings.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cookie base is lightly golden brown.
5
Remove the cookie crust from the oven and immediately sprinkle the chopped salted peanuts, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and miniature marshmallows evenly over the top.
6
Drizzle the caramel ice cream topping generously over the toppings, ensuring an even coating.
7
Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the marshmallows are puffed and lightly browned.
8
Once done, take the pizza out of the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes to set.
9
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut into slices or squares.
10
Serve warm, ideally with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream on the side for a delicious contrast!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Decadent Rocky Road Cookie Pizza Delight?
It is a mouth-watering dessert that combines rocky road flavors with an irresistible cookie crust, perfect for parties and family gatherings.
What are the core ingredients?
The main ingredients are Pillsbury refrigerated cookie dough, salted peanuts, miniature marshmallows, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and caramel ice cream topping.
What size pan is needed?
A 12-inch pizza pan is recommended for this recipe.
How do I prepare the pizza pan?
You should lightly butter the 12-inch pizza pan before adding the dough.
What is the oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How do I shape the cookie dough?
Press or roll the dough into an even layer on the pan, ensuring the edges are slightly thicker to hold in the toppings.
How long is the initial baking time?
Bake the cookie base for 15-20 minutes until it is lightly golden brown.
When should I add the toppings?
Remove the crust from the oven and immediately sprinkle the peanuts, chocolate chips, and marshmallows on top.
How much cookie dough is used?
The recipe calls for one 20-ounce package of Pillsbury refrigerated cookie dough.
How many peanuts are required?
Use 1/2 cup of chopped salted peanuts.
How many marshmallows do I need?
The recipe requires 1 cup of miniature marshmallows.
What kind of chocolate chips are used?
One 6-ounce package of semi-sweet chocolate chips is used for the topping.
How much caramel topping is needed?
You will need 1/3 cup of caramel ice cream topping.
What is the second baking step?
After adding the toppings and caramel drizzle, return the pan to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes.
How do I know when the pizza is finished?
The pizza is ready when the marshmallows are puffed and lightly browned.
How long should the pizza cool?
Let the pizza cool for approximately 10 minutes to allow it to set before cutting.
How should I cut the cookie pizza?
Use a sharp knife or a pizza cutter to cut the dessert into slices or squares.
What is the best way to serve it?
Serve the pizza warm, ideally with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream on the side.
What are the primary flavors?
The dessert features classic rocky road flavors, including chocolate, marshmallow, peanuts, and caramel.
Is this recipe good for sharing?
Yes, it is designed as a special treat for sharing at parties or family events.
Can I use different nuts?
While the recipe specifies salted peanuts, you can substitute them for other crunchy nuts if preferred.
What type of marshmallows should I use?
Miniature marshmallows are best for even melting and coverage.
Why are the edges of the dough thicker?
Thicker edges create a border that helps contain the toppings on the pizza.
Is this an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy dessert and uses pre-made dough for convenience.
Can I use milk chocolate chips instead?
Semi-sweet chips are recommended for balance, but milk chocolate chips can be used for a sweeter taste.
Do I need to chop the peanuts?
Yes, the recipe specifies using 1/2 cup of chopped salted peanuts.
How do I apply the caramel?
Drizzle the caramel ice cream topping generously and evenly over the other toppings.
Is this dessert chewy or crunchy?
It features a soft and chewy cookie base combined with crunchy peanuts.
Can I make this ahead of time?
While best served warm, you can bake it and let it set, then reheat slightly before serving.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include dessert, cookie pizza, rocky road, chocolate, marshmallows, caramel, party treat, easy dessert, and pillsbury.