This 4 Ingredient Rocky Road Fudge takes less than 10 minutes to make and is the perfect Christmas candy to make for family and friends.

This 4 Ingredient Rocky Road Fudge is something that my mom used to make every Christmas and I remembered how simple it is- no oven needed, just a microwave and some mad stirring skills!

My kids loved helping to make this recipe – it’s simple and fool-proof!

Recipe Ingredient Notes

To make 4 Ingredient Rocky Road Fudge, you will need the following ingredients:

Milk chocolate chips (or semi-sweet works too!)
Sweetened condensed milk
Mini marshmallows
Finely chopped peanuts

Equipment Needed

For this recipe, you only need a few simple kitchen tools. We recommend using the following equipment:

How to make Rocky Road Fudge

Line a large 9×13″ baking pan with parchment paper. Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, pour in the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Cook in the microwave for about 60 seconds, remove and stir. Continue to microwave at 15 second intervals (stirring after each one) until the chocolate chips are completely melted and smooth.
Fold in the marshmallows and nuts until they are fully incorporated.
Press the fudge mixture into the baking pan and place in the fridge for about 60 minutes to let it set up (stick in the freezer if you want it to set up faster).
When set, lift from pan and cut fudge into squares.

Storing and Other Tips

Store any leftover Fudge in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Variations

colored mini marshmallows
dry roasted peanuts
chopped almonds
graham crackers

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4 Ingredient Rocky Road Fudge

5 from 19 votes

This 4 Ingredient Rocky Road Fudge takes less than 10 minutes to make and is the perfect Christmas candy to make for family and friends.

24 pieces

Prep Time 1 10

Cook Time 0

Total Time 1 10

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Ingredients

▢ 1 (12 ounce) bag milk chocolate chips, (or semi-sweet works too!)
▢ 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
▢ 3 cups mini marshmallows
▢ 1 ½ cups finely chopped peanuts

Equipment

Instructions

Line a large 9×13" baking pan with parchment paper. Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, pour in the chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Cook in the microwave for about 60 seconds, remove and stir. Continue to microwave at 15 second intervals (stirring after each one) until the chocolate chips are completely melted and smooth.
Fold in the marshmallows and nuts until they are fully incorporated.
Press the fudge mixture into the baking pan and place in the fridge for about 60 minutes to let it set up (stick in the freezer if you want it to set up faster).
When set, lift from pan and cut fudge into squares.

Notes

Because this fudge is so rich we recommend cutting the fudge into small squares to serve!

Nutrition

Calories: 125 kcal · Carbohydrates: 16 g · Protein: 4 g · Fat: 6 g · Saturated Fat: 2 g · Cholesterol: 6 mg · Sodium: 28 mg · Potassium: 130 mg · Fiber: 1 g · Sugar: 13 g · Vitamin A: 44 IU · Vitamin C: 1 mg · Calcium: 57 mg · Iron: 1 mg

Cuisine: American

Cost: $10

Author: Steph Loaiza

Course: Dessert

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Questions & Reviews

Happy Valley Chow says:

What a fantastic recipe! Perfect for this time of year, can't wait to try :) Happy Blogging! Happy Valley Chow

Deon | ipinnedit.com says:

My mom used to make this every Christmas season as well, and now I love to make a batch (or two or three) of it for my own fam during the holidays! I am always so amazed at my cooking skillzzz when I make this because it NEVER fails! It helps that it only requires four ingredients :)

Sharon says:

love your site

Alli Miller @ Cupcake Diaries says:

How did you know I love fudge and I have an entire Pinterest board dedicated to it? :) This looks amazing!

Cheryl says:

We made this every year when I was growing up only it is also known as Rocky Road Candy. The chocolate does not have a fudge consistency (at least when I have made it). Dry roasted peanuts are the best in this (IMHO).

Cheryl at Snaps of Ginger says:

I love desserts with lots of chunky "stuff" in them. This one is perfect and would be so good paired with some hot vanilla milk. ~Cheryl http://snaps-of-ginger.blogspot.com/

Liz says:

Thanks Camille and Happy Memories. Have a great Thanksgiving.

Camille says:

Thanks Liz!!! Same to you!

maryam says:

tanks a lot for good recepi woooooow ilove chocolate

Dorothy Bacon says:

I have made this for years bit call it candy not fudge. I use dry roasted salted peanuts and don't chop them. The contrast of a little bit of salt and the sweetness of the chocolate is wonderful. My father-in-law used to wash the plastic disposable plate and bring it give to me with the reasoning that that way I could send him more. We re-used that throw away plate every Thanksgiving and Christmas for years. Wish he were still here and I would make more for him right this minute.

Jelli @JellibeanJournals says:

This is JUST the way I make fudge. Granted, I've never added nuts and marshmallows, since I'm a chocolate fudge purist, but I love the way this turns out perfect every time with chips and sweetened condensed milk. Thanks for sharing! I'm sure my husband would love this.

Jen ? says:

I just made this for Thanksgiving and boy was it a huge hit. SOOOOO yummy and simple. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to bring something sweet to a party or get together. Another hit from the sisters! Thanks

Deb V. says:

We always used the colored mini marshmallows and mom called it "stained glass" candy!! I have not had it in years!

grandpa says:

Instead of nuts, add 4 broken up graham crackers (not crushed) and call it s'mores candy, Then you can have it year round. I have been making a batch a week for the last few weeks.

Joy says:

I'm having a major chocolate craving already--I might have to go to the store and the ingredients for this right n

Rhonda says:

I made this yesterday, I don't know what happen I did everything has directed but when I put in the fridge to set it is just staying liquidy, Is there a way to fix this ?

Cyd says:

I'm not sure what could have happened. It only has 4 ingredients and it sets up pretty nicely.

Rhonda says:

I think I know what happened, I bought just evaporated milk and not sweet condensed milk whoops. I will try again.

Dani says:

can wax paper be used in place of foil? This is my first go at fudge

Cyd says:

I'm sure it will work fine, but we always use foil and have not had a problem with it.

5stareasyrecipes.com says:

I agree with Sharon, I love your site.

Dulce says:

This looks good! I'd like to try these someday... I just want to ask, how long will these last or how long is the shelf life?

Cyd says:

They should be fine for a week or so in an airtight container in the fridge.

Liala Elrafihe says:

how do you fit a 9x13 pan in your microwave and I thought aluminum foil in the microwave was a NO NO?

Cyd says:

The first line in the directions is telling you how to prepare the 9 x 13 inch pan. The second sentence says in a "large bowl". That is what you put in the microwave.

Bree says:

Does the fudge need to stay refrigerated?

Jane says:

I made this today but it is very gooey and and hard to cut even after being in the freezer for many hours. Should it set quite hard? What have I done wrong! It tastes yummy though!

Cyd says:

We let ours set up in the fridge and it was fine. It will soften when left out at room temperature for a long time.

Hope says:

Hi is there alternate to using non stick cooking spray. I avoid using it because of the toxic chemicals. Could I use butter?

Cyd says:

You could grease the foil lined pan with butter or shortening.

Kelly says:

Did you accidently use Evaporated Milk ? Please use Sweetened Condensed Milk

Lisa Molina says:

Very simple and how I remember making it... with milk chocolate chips! Thank you!!

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Happy Valley Chow says:

What a fantastic recipe! Perfect for this time of year, can't wait to try :) Happy Blogging! Happy Valley Chow
Deon | ipinnedit.com says:

My mom used to make this every Christmas season as well, and now I love to make a batch (or two or three) of it for my own fam during the holidays! I am always so amazed at my cooking skillzzz when I make this because it NEVER fails! It helps that it only requires four ingredients :)
Sharon says:

love your site
Alli Miller @ Cupcake Diaries says:

How did you know I love fudge and I have an entire Pinterest board dedicated to it? :) This looks amazing!
Cheryl says:

We made this every year when I was growing up only it is also known as Rocky Road Candy. The chocolate does not have a fudge consistency (at least when I have made it). Dry roasted peanuts are the best in this (IMHO).
Cheryl at Snaps of Ginger says:

I love desserts with lots of chunky "stuff" in them. This one is perfect and would be so good paired with some hot vanilla milk. ~Cheryl http://snaps-of-ginger.blogspot.com/
Liz says:

Thanks Camille and Happy Memories. Have a great Thanksgiving.
Camille says:

Thanks Liz!!! Same to you!
maryam says:

tanks a lot for good recepi woooooow ilove chocolate
Dorothy Bacon says:

I have made this for years bit call it candy not fudge. I use dry roasted salted peanuts and don't chop them. The contrast of a little bit of salt and the sweetness of the chocolate is wonderful. My father-in-law used to wash the plastic disposable plate and bring it give to me with the reasoning that that way I could send him more. We re-used that throw away plate every Thanksgiving and Christmas for years. Wish he were still here and I would make more for him right this minute.
Jelli @JellibeanJournals says:

This is JUST the way I make fudge. Granted, I've never added nuts and marshmallows, since I'm a chocolate fudge purist, but I love the way this turns out perfect every time with chips and sweetened condensed milk. Thanks for sharing! I'm sure my husband would love this.
Jen ? says:

I just made this for Thanksgiving and boy was it a huge hit. SOOOOO yummy and simple. Highly recommend it to anyone who wants to bring something sweet to a party or get together. Another hit from the sisters! Thanks
Deb V. says:

We always used the colored mini marshmallows and mom called it "stained glass" candy!! I have not had it in years!
grandpa says:

Instead of nuts, add 4 broken up graham crackers (not crushed) and call it s'mores candy, Then you can have it year round. I have been making a batch a week for the last few weeks.
Joy says:

I'm having a major chocolate craving already--I might have to go to the store and the ingredients for this right n
Rhonda says:

I made this yesterday, I don't know what happen I did everything has directed but when I put in the fridge to set it is just staying liquidy, Is there a way to fix this ?
Cyd says:

I'm not sure what could have happened. It only has 4 ingredients and it sets up pretty nicely.
Rhonda says:

I think I know what happened, I bought just evaporated milk and not sweet condensed milk whoops. I will try again.
Dani says:

can wax paper be used in place of foil? This is my first go at fudge
Cyd says:

I'm sure it will work fine, but we always use foil and have not had a problem with it.
5stareasyrecipes.com says:

I agree with Sharon, I love your site.
Dulce says:

This looks good! I'd like to try these someday... I just want to ask, how long will these last or how long is the shelf life?
Cyd says:

They should be fine for a week or so in an airtight container in the fridge.
Liala Elrafihe says:

how do you fit a 9x13 pan in your microwave and I thought aluminum foil in the microwave was a NO NO?
Cyd says:

The first line in the directions is telling you how to prepare the 9 x 13 inch pan. The second sentence says in a "large bowl". That is what you put in the microwave.
Bree says:

Does the fudge need to stay refrigerated?
Jane says:

I made this today but it is very gooey and and hard to cut even after being in the freezer for many hours. Should it set quite hard? What have I done wrong! It tastes yummy though!
Cyd says:

We let ours set up in the fridge and it was fine. It will soften when left out at room temperature for a long time.
Hope says:

Hi is there alternate to using non stick cooking spray. I avoid using it because of the toxic chemicals. Could I use butter?
Cyd says:

You could grease the foil lined pan with butter or shortening.
Kelly says:

Did you accidently use Evaporated Milk ? Please use Sweetened Condensed Milk
Lisa Molina says:

Very simple and how I remember making it... with milk chocolate chips! Thank you!!