Festive Rocky Road Delight
Dive into a timeless festive treat with our Festive Rocky Road Delight, a splendid creation inspired by Nigella Lawson's culinary genius. Bringing together luxurious dark and milk chocolates, the crunchy charm of amaretti biscuits, and the tropical allure of glace cherries, this indulgence is perfect for any occasion, particularly during festive celebrations. Enhance the joy of gifting or enjoy a personal escape into chocolate bliss with this delightful confection.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
dark chocolate
9 ounces (chopped)
milk chocolate
5 ounces (chopped)
butter
6 ounces (softened plus extra for greasing)
golden syrup
4 tablespoons
amaretti biscuits
7 ounces (crushed)
shelled Brazil nuts
5 ounces (crushed)
red glace cherries
5 ounces
mini marshmallows
4 ounces
icing sugar
1 tablespoon (or confectioners' sugar, for dusting)
edible glitter
optional (for decorating)
Instructions
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1. In a heavy-based saucepan, gently melt the dark and milk chocolate pieces along with the softened butter and golden syrup over low heat. Stir regularly until you achieve a smooth, well-combined texture.
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2. While the chocolate mixture is melting, place the amaretti biscuits in a ziplock or freezer bag and use a rolling pin to crush them into a mix of sizes, leaving some larger pieces for added texture.
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3. Repeat the crushing process with the Brazil nuts, aiming for a similar mix of sizes to maintain a delightful crunch in every bite.
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4. Once the chocolate mixture is smooth, remove it from the heat. Add the crushed amaretti biscuits and Brazil nuts, stirring carefully to ensure even coating.
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5. Gently fold in the glace cherries and mini marshmallows, making sure each piece is well coated in the silky chocolate mixture.
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6. Prepare a 25cm x 30cm (10in x 12in) Swiss roll pan by greasing and lining it with parchment paper. Pour in the rocky road mixture and use a spatula to spread it evenly across the pan, smoothing the top without compressing it too much.
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7. Transfer the tray to the refrigerator to chill for at least two hours or until the block is firm enough to cut.
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8. Once set, invert the tray to release the chocolate block. Dust the top with icing sugar, and if desired, add a sprinkle of edible glitter for a festive sparkle.
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9. Cut the block into 24 rectangular pieces to serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Festive Rocky Road Delight?
Festive Rocky Road Delight is a timeless festive treat inspired by Nigella Lawson, combining dark and milk chocolate, amaretti biscuits, and glace cherries.
Who inspired this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by the culinary genius of Nigella Lawson.
What types of chocolate are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses a combination of 9 ounces of dark chocolate and 5 ounces of milk chocolate.
What kind of biscuits are used for the crunch?
Amaretti biscuits are used to provide a unique crunchy charm to the Rocky Road.
How many pieces does this recipe produce?
This recipe makes 24 rectangular pieces.
What size pan should I use?
A 25cm x 30cm (10in x 12in) Swiss roll pan is recommended.
How long does the Rocky Road need to chill?
The mixture should be refrigerated for at least two hours or until the block is firm enough to cut.
How do I crush the amaretti biscuits and Brazil nuts?
Place them in a ziplock or freezer bag and use a rolling pin to crush them into a mix of sizes, leaving some larger pieces for texture.
Is this a bake or no-bake recipe?
This is a no-bake recipe that sets in the refrigerator.
What ingredient is used to bind the chocolate and butter?
Four tablespoons of golden syrup are used to help create a smooth, well-combined texture.
Can I substitute the icing sugar?
Yes, you can use confectioners' sugar for dusting the top.
What fruit is included in this Rocky Road?
The recipe calls for 5 ounces of red glace cherries.
How do I ensure the Rocky Road doesn't stick to the pan?
Grease the pan with extra butter and line it with parchment paper before pouring in the mixture.
What is the final decorative touch?
Dust the top with icing sugar and optionally add edible glitter for a festive sparkle.
When should I add the marshmallows?
Gently fold in the mini marshmallows after the chocolate mixture has been removed from the heat and the biscuits and nuts have been stirred in.
What temperature should I use to melt the chocolate?
The chocolate, butter, and syrup should be melted gently over low heat in a heavy-based saucepan.
Are Brazil nuts required?
The recipe specifies 5 ounces of shelled Brazil nuts for a delightful crunch.
How do I smooth the top of the mixture?
Use a spatula to spread the mixture evenly, smoothing the top without compressing it too much.
Can I use edible glitter?
Yes, edible glitter is an optional ingredient used for decorating and adding festive sparkle.
How should the chocolate be prepared?
Both the dark and milk chocolate should be chopped before melting.
Is this recipe suitable for gifting?
Yes, it is described as perfect for gifting or as a personal escape into chocolate bliss.
What is the total number of ingredients?
There are 10 ingredients in total for this recipe.
How do I remove the set block from the pan?
Once firm, invert the tray to release the chocolate block.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include chocolate, Christmas, Nigella Lawson, dessert, candy, festive, Rocky Road, sweets, and holiday.
Should the butter be cold or soft?
The recipe calls for 6 ounces of softened butter.
How should the final pieces be shaped?
The block should be cut into 24 rectangular pieces.
Does the recipe use mini or regular marshmallows?
It specifically calls for 4 ounces of mini marshmallows.
Is there any sugar added to the chocolate mix?
No extra sugar is added to the melt; sweetness comes from the chocolate, golden syrup, and marshmallows.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, since it needs at least two hours to chill, it is a great make-ahead treat.
What texture should the chocolate mixture have?
You should stir regularly until you achieve a smooth, well-combined texture.