How to Make Rocky Road Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Rocky Road Cake is a decadent and indulgent dessert that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. This delicious cake is a perfect combination of fluffy chocolate cake, gooey marshmallows, crunchy nuts, and rich chocolate frosting. It's a perfect treat for special occasions or just for a weekend indulgence.

Many people love Rocky Road Cake for its irresistible combination of textures and flavors. The soft and moist chocolate cake pairs perfectly with the sticky and chewy marshmallows, whil...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 5 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped
  • ¼ cup margarine
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 cup miniature marshmallows

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 to 9 - inch square pan

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Sift together the flour, sugar, cocoa, baking soda and salt. Sift once more, then sift again into a 9 inch square pan.
  • Make a well in the center, and measure in the oil, vinegar and vanilla. Pour water over all and mix with a fork until smooth.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool.
  • To make the frosting: In a saucepan, combine chocolate, margarine and water. Cook over low heat until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and confectioners' sugar. Fold in miniature marshmallows. Spread over cake.
  • Nutrition

    502 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Sodium: 380mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 84g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 60g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 171mg