These rocky road cookies are chewy, decadent, and so easy to make! Because of the almonds, these are called Rocky Road cookies. If you want hot chocolate cookies, omit the almonds and now have hot chocolate cookies!
This was inspired by my Rocky Road Popsicles and pairs well with a scoop of 5 Ingredient Ube Ice Cream or a piping hot cup of Easy Dalgona Coffee for a delightful contrast of flavors and temperatures.
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Fudgy Rocky Road Cookies are loved all year, especially at summer parties, during holidays like Christmas and Easter, for cozy winter snacking, and as a sweet treat on Valentine's Day.
Variations
- Gooey Marshmallows: Large marshmallows cut into small pieces
- Chopped Nut: Pecans instead of almonds
- Melted Chocolate Mixture: Melted chocolate bars instead of chocolate chips
- Portions: Tablespoon instead of cookie scoop
Substitutions
- Butter: Margarine or vegetable oil
- Flour: Oat flour or almond flour
- Brown Sugar: Granulated sugar mixed with molasses
- Soda: Baking powder
- Crunchy Nut: Peanuts or pecans
Storage
If you happen to have any leftovers (which is rare!), store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze the cookies for up to 1 month. Simply thaw them at room temperature when ready to enjoy.
Ingredients
Listed below are all the ingredients you will need:
- powdered sugar
- salt
- unsweetened cocoa powder
- egg whites
- vanilla extract
- semi-sweet chocolate chips
- chopped almonds
- mini marshmallows
- mini marshmallows to bake on cookies
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350F and prepare a baking sheet before mixing. In a large bowl whisk together powdered sugar, salt, and unsweetened cocoa powder.
To that same bowl add egg whites, vanilla. Mix until well combined.
Once everything is mixed, stir in the Chocolate chips, sliced almonds, and marshmallows.
Using a small cookie scooper, scoop the cookie dough on a baking sheet or parchment paper. Top with several marshmallows and bake for 10-12 minutes.
The marshmallows will be slightly browned, as you can see here.
Allow the cookies to sit for a couple of minutes and then transfer to a wire racks and cool completely before serving.
Hint: Sift your dry ingredients before mixing to avoid having lumps in your Rocky Road cookies.
Top Tips
- If you love gift-giving, you can bake dozens and wrap them in decorative bags to give as gifts.
- Store these cookies in an airtight container to prolong the shelf life.
- If you want to add nuts like walnuts for more texture, feel free to do so.
Frequently Asked Questions
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- 3 Ingredient Nutella Cookies
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- Nutella Cookies
How to Make Rocky Road Cookies
Ingredients
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅔ cups unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 egg whites
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups semi sweet chocolate chips
- 2.5 oz chopped almonds
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- ½ - 1 cup mini marshmallows to bake on cookies
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Prepare baking sheet.
- In a large bowl whisk together powdered sugar, salt, and unsweetened cocoa powder. To that same bowl add egg whites, vanilla and you are going to mix it until combined!
- once everything is mixed, stir in the Chocolate chips, sliced almonds, and marshmallows.
- Using a small cookie scooper, scoop the cookie dough on a baking sheet or parchment paper. Top with several marshmallows and bake for 10-12 minutes. The marshmallows will be slightly browned.
- Allow the cookies to sit for a couple of minutes and then transfer to a cookie rack and cool completely.
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Cath says
Awesome recipe! Yumminess and goodness in one!
Lainey says
Thank you so much for your kind words, Cath! I appreciate it!
Yasir khan says
I like it
Lainey says
Thank you! Are you a fan of cookies? Hope you can check out my other easy and delicious cookie recipes too.
Bilal harba says
thank you ,,,,,I liked you
Lainey says
Hello there, Bilal. I appreciate your kind words. Thank you so much!
Eve says
I love the different textures of the marshmallows, chocolate chip, and almonds. I also tried it without out the marshmallows and it was so good.
Lainey says
Yaaay. It's good to know that you love it. Thank you for making this cookie recipe, Eve. I appreciate it!
Irven says
These Rocky Road Cookies look delicious! I can't wait to try making them at home. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Elie W says
This was amazing and it was a hit at our party! Thank you!
Lainey says
Wow. It's my pleasure to share. Thank you for making this recipe, Elie. I appreciate it!