Rocky road cake is a delectable ultimate chocolate cake with all the flavors of the Rocky Road candy bar; marshmallows and loads of chocolate!
Iāve been making this chocolaty-chocolate cake for about five years now, but only for special occasions.
My son is the one who requested a chocolate cake topped with Rocky Road candy bars for his birthday one year and again this year, soĀ this hasĀ become his cake.
After experimenting with different chocolate cake recipes over the years, I now have the most flavorful, moist cake that has become my āgo toā recipe for chocolate cakes and cupcakes thatĀ I’m happy to share!
ThisĀ drool worthyĀ cake isĀ delicious, decadent, and divine!
There is aĀ a hint of cinnamon adding to the rich chocolate flavor which really adds a nice taste to the cake.
Between the layers there is chocolate frosting and just a bit ofĀ marshmallow fluff, and then we top this gorgeousĀ babyĀ with ganache and chopped pieces of Rocky Road Candy bars.
Hello, little bites of heaven!
Each bite is very muchĀ worth everyĀ calorie, so run an extra mile or skip the glass of wine.
Wait, scratch that.Ā Don’t skip the wineĀ because chocolate and wine is an amazing combination.
Do what you need to do to enjoy this treat! Deal?!!
Rocky Road Cake
Decadent rocky road cake has all the flavors of the popular candy bar. This cake is most requested for special occasions.
Ingredients
Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup water, hot
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
Chocolate Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperture
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder, sifted
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- pinch of salt
- 3-4 tablespoons milk
Chocolate Ganache
- 8 ounce semi sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 3 Rocky Road Candy Bars cut in small pieces for garnishing the top of the cake.
- 1 cup marshmallow fluff
Instructions
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 16 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 647Total Fat: 33gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 77mgSodium: 251mgCarbohydrates: 86gFiber: 3gSugar: 65gProtein: 7g
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Jessica (Savory Experiments)
Oh wow, this Rocky Road cake would surely be a hit in our house!
Sandra Shaffer
Thanks, Jessica! This cake is perfect served a room temperature!
Rachael Yerkes
Rocky road is my dad’s favorite, so I know what I will be making for his next birthday! Thanks this looks scrumptious!
Sandra Shaffer
Oh, if your dad is a rocky road fan, this is the recipe for him! He’ll love it!
Tammy Northrup
Holy cow this looks amazing! I love the cake plate too š
Sandra Shaffer
Thanks, Tammy! I have a slight obsession with cake stands. There are just so many pretty ones!
[email protected] Tastes Good
Oh good heavens!! This is amazing, Sandra!! Now that will cure a chocolate craving for sure!! yummmmmm
Sandra Shaffer
Thank you, Heidy! So rich and delicious.
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef
Rocky road cake sounds fantastic! I want some today. I’ll pretend it’s my birthday.
Sandra Shaffer
LOL! I laughed out loud when I read your comment. It can absolutely be your birthday whenever you want š
Mary Ellen
Gorgeous cake! Love everything about it. I am sure the lucky birthday person loved it too…. I know I would have!
Sandra Shaffer
Thanks, Mary Ellen. This cake is always a hit!
Kristin @ Dizzy Busy and Hungry!
Oh wow, this looks like the ultimate decadent cake! I am going to request this for my next birthday cake! It is worth the extra mile (or two, or five!) I will have to walk to burn off the calories!
Sandra Shaffer
Everyone will get their chocolate fix on your birthday š
Nicole Neverman
Oh my goodness!! This is my kind of cake!! Absolutely love this. Rocky road is one of my favorites.
Sandra Shaffer
Isn’t rocky road the best. Simple flavors, but so tasty!!
Renee's Kitchen Adventures
Oh my word…how delectable! wow. a celebration indeed!! I’d probably cry with joy if someone made this for me for my birthday! haha You have a lucky family!!
Sandra Shaffer
One of the best tasting cakes I’ve made. Hands down! I would totally make this cake for you Renee š
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama
Oh my goodness! This cake looks crazy amazing! š Love.
Sandra Shaffer
Thanks, Carrie. Chocolate lovers delight š
Choc Chip Uru
Oooh this looks so indulgent and delicious! Lovely recipe š
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
Sandra Shaffer
Thanks, CCU! How about swapping for your chocolate ice cream š
Shelby
This is a gorgeous cake, very impressive! I would definitely run a few extra miles just to have a piece of this cake! Love the marshmallow and frosting between layers. Oh yum, love everything about it!
Sandra Shaffer
Yep! This scrumptious chocolate cake is worth every bite and the extra sweat too!
Hotly Spiced
What a gorgeous looking cake. It’s so chocolatey with the frosting and the ganache. It looks very pretty decorated with rocky road, one of my favourite chocolate snacks. This is very festive and would be wonderful at any celebration xx
Sandra Shaffer
Thank you, Charlie! Not every store stocks the Rocky Road candy bars, and only had to try two places before we found a stash!