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    Modified: Dec 6, 2022 · Published: Dec 13, 2021 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · I get commissions for purchases made through links in this post.

    Vegan Rocky Road Fudge

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    This easy Vegan Rocky Road Fudge is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Made with 5 ingredients, it's foolproof!

    Vegan Rocky Road Fudge stacked on cutting board.

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    If you're vegan you probably do a happy dance when manufacturers come out with more vegan products. Being vegan for over 20 years, I've done many happy dances.

    Times are quite different than they used to be. There are many options for vegans these days.

    For this vegan fudge, I used vegan marshmallows. If you didn't know, yes they are a thing. Happy dance.

    This easy fudge is made with sweetened condensed coconut milk, dark chocolate chunks with 67% cacao, vanilla extract, walnuts, and vegan marshmallows.

    Other recipes using vegan marshmallows are my Rocky Road Ice Cream recipe and Vegan Mallomars. Some chocolate recipes to try are my Chocolate Almond Overnight Oats and Vegan Chocolate with Cacao Butter.

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    • What Is Traditionally in Rocky Road?
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • Can I Store The Fudge at Room Temperature?
    • 💭 Tips
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • 🍫 Other Vegan Fudge Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    What Is Traditionally in Rocky Road?

    Rocky Road is originally chocolate ice cream with nuts and marshmallows here in the U.S. The original recipe had walnuts, but later was replaced by almonds.

    You can find it as a flavor for fudge, brownies, cake, cheesecake, and more.

    I used walnuts in this fudge because I like the contrast of the slightly bitter flavor of the walnuts with the sweet, rich dark chocolate and sweet gooey marshmallows.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients on a cutting board with labels.
    • Chocolate: I used dark chocolate baking chunks. You could also use semi-sweet chocolate chips.
    • Sweetened condensed coconut milk: Adds a sweet rich flavor.
    • Vanilla extract: Enhances flavors and adds flavor.
    • Salt: Enhances flavors and adds flavor.
    • Vegan mini marshmallows: It wouldn't be rocky road without nuts and marshmallows! I used Dandies mini vegan marshmallows.
    • Walnuts: Adds crunch. You could also use almonds or another type of nut.

    This is an overview of the ingredients. To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    🔪 Instructions

    Dark chocolate chunks in a bowl on left. On right sweetened condensed coconut milk added to chocolate.

    Step 1: Place dark chocolate baking chunks and sweetened condensed coconut milk in a heatproof bowl above a saucepan filled with a couple of inches of water.

    Chocolate mixture melting on left and fully melted on right.

    Step 2: Heat on low heat until melted. Add vanilla extract and salt. Stir until smooth and creamy.

    Chocolate mixture with walnuts on left and with vegan marshmallows on right.

    Step 3: Fold in chopped walnuts. Let cool for about 5 minutes.

    Step 4: Fold in vegan marshmallows.

    Chocolate mixture fully mixed on left and spread into a baking dish on right.

    Step 5: Pour the mixture into a plastic wrap lined baking dish. Cover and place in the refrigerator or freezer to set.

    Step 6: Once set, pull out the fudge by the plastic wrap. Remove the plastic wrap and slice on a cutting board.

    Store in the fridge for softer fudge and the freezer for harder fudge.

    Can I Store The Fudge at Room Temperature?

    This chocolate fudge is best stored in the fridge so that it doesn't melt. When you store it in the fridge it has a nice consistency while not melting all over your hands.

    Sliced Vegan Rocky Road Fudge on a cutting board with knife.

    💭 Tips

    • Dark chocolate baking chunks add a wonderful flavor. I used some that have 67% cacao. Some vegan chocolate chips have a lot less cocoa powder, so be sure to check the label.
    • Taste after mixing to make sure you have the desired amount of salt.
    • I used a 7 ½" x 9 ½" baking dish. If you want thinner fudge, use a larger container.
    Vegan Rocky Road Fudge close up.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    What is vegan rocky road fudge made of?

    This vegan rocky road fudge is made with dark chocolate chunks, sweetened condensed coconut milk, walnuts, vegan marshmallows, vanilla extract, and salt.

    Are marshmallows vegan?

    Most marshmallows are not vegan because they contain gelatin. Thanks to companies like Dandies, who make vegan marshmallows, vegans can enjoy them too.

    Does fudge contain dairy?

    This recipe is dairy-free, but make sure to check the label of the dark chocolate chunks (or chocolate chips) to see that they're vegan. Some companies add milk to their chocolate chips.

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    If you tried this Vegan Rocky Road Fudge Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

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    Vegan Rocky Road Fudge
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    Vegan Rocky Road Fudge

    This easy Vegan Rocky Road Fudge is guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Made with 5 ingredients, it's foolproof!
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 7 minutes minutes
    Total Time 17 minutes minutes
    Servings 30 pieces
    Calories 186kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Ingredients

    • 12 ounces dark chocolate baking chunks with 67% cacao (2 ¼ cup)
    • 11.25 ounces sweetened condensed coconut milk (1 cup)
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Pinch salt
    • 10 ounces vegan mini marshmallows
    • 2 cups chopped walnuts (or other nuts)

    Instructions

    • Line a square or rectangular container with plastic wrap or parchment paper. Mine was 7 ½" x 9 ½". (The larger the container is, the thinner the fudge will be.)
    • Place chocolate chunks and sweetened condensed coconut milk in a heatproof bowl over a pan with a couple of inches of water. This will act as a double boiler. (If you have a double boiler use that.)
    • Heat on low heat until melted.
    • Add vanilla extract and salt. Mix well.
    • Fold in walnuts. Allow to cool 5 minutes.
    • Fold in marshmallows.
    • Pour into the plastic wrap lined container. Place in the fridge or freezer to set. It will take 2-3 hours to set. Once set, pull out the fudge by the plastic wrap. Remove the plastic wrap and slice on a cutting board.
    • Store in the fridge or freezer.

    Notes

    An 11.25-ounce can of Nature's Charm sweetened condensed coconut milk has 1 cup of Sweetened condensed coconut milk in it, so you'll use the whole can.
    If you use another brand or homemade, make sure to measure 1 cup.
    This fudge recipe will last up to 2 weeks in the fridge and 2-3 months in the freezer.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 186kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 1mg
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    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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