Easy Rocky Road Cookies
These easy Rocky Road cookies are a delightful mix of flavors, featuring chewy centers, crunchy nuts, and rich chocolate that make them perfect for any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-Ins
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup mini marshmallows
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set it aside.
- In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until it becomes light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined, being careful not to over-mix.
Baking
- Stir in the chocolate chips, mini marshmallows, and chopped nuts until evenly distributed in the dough.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring to leave some space between each for spreading.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges look set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
For a nut-free version, skip the chopped nuts. You can also experiment with different mix-ins like white chocolate or dried fruit for variations.