White Christmas Rocky Road
Festive rocky road bars with white chocolate, cranberries, nuts, and holiday sprinkles.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This rocky road brings sweet white chocolate together with crunchy nuts and tart fruit. Its decorative appearance and irresistible texture make it perfect for holiday gifting or dessert platters.
ingredients
white chocolate melts or chips
sweetened condensed milk
mini marshmallows
dried cranberries
chopped nuts (almonds or pecans)
festive sprinkles or edible glitter (optional)
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
directions
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Line a pan with parchment paper.
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Melt white chocolate with condensed milk slowly until smooth.
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Stir in marshmallows, cranberries, and nuts.
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Spread the mixture evenly in the pan.
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Add festive sprinkles.
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Chill until firm, then cut into squares.
Servings and timing
Serves: 16
Preparation: 20 minutes
Chilling: 2 hours
Total: ~2 hours 20 minutes
Variations
• Use dark or milk chocolate swirls for colour contrast.
• Add crushed candy canes.
• Include toasted coconut flakes.
storage/reheating
Store in an airtight container at cool room temperature up to 1 week. Do not reheat.
FAQs
Can I use chocolate chips?
Yes, melting wafers or chips both work.
Why add condensed milk?
It adds richness and helps bind the ingredients.
Is this recipe gluten‑free?
Yes if all mix‑ins are gluten‑free.
Can I freeze these bars?
Yes, freeze up to 1 month.
Can kids help?
Yes, especially with mixing and decorating.
What nuts are best?
Almonds, pecans, or walnuts complement the flavours.
Will marshmallows melt?
They soften but retain texture.
Should I use fresh fruit?
Only dried fruit works here due to moisture.
How do I cut neat squares?
Chill thoroughly before slicing.
Are these suitable for gifting?
Yes, they make excellent homemade gifts.
Conclusion
White Christmas rocky road is festive, rich, and full of texture — a holiday favourite that satisfies both adults and children.
PrintWhite Christmas Rocky Road
White Christmas Rocky Road is a festive no-bake treat combining white chocolate, marshmallows, dried fruits, and crunchy additions for a sweet, colorful holiday dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Australian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 500g white chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup pistachios, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup rice bubbles (puffed rice cereal)
- 1/2 cup Turkish delight, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Line a square baking pan (8×8 inch) with baking paper.
- Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler) or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine marshmallows, coconut, cranberries, pistachios, rice bubbles, and Turkish delight (if using).
- Pour melted white chocolate over the dry ingredients and mix well to coat everything evenly.
- Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan and press down gently with a spatula to smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Once set, cut into squares and serve. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
- You can substitute dried cranberries with cherries or mixed dried fruits.
- For added texture, add crushed biscuits or candy canes.
- Best served chilled and can be made up to a week ahead.
- Use high-quality white chocolate for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: white chocolate, rocky road, Christmas dessert, no bake, holiday treats
