Rocky Road Fudge

Steps

1. 1
   Step 1:

   Line an 8-inch-square baking pan with wax paper or foil.

2. 2
   Step 2:

   Coat the lined pan with non-stick spray.

3. 3
   Step 3:

   Pour ½ cup of the miniature marshmallows into the bottom of the lined baking dish.

4. 4
   Step 4:

   In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips and peanut butter.

5. 5
   Step 5:

   Microwave the chocolate mixture in 20-second intervals, stirring between each interval, until the chocolate is melted.

6. 6
   Step 6:

   Add the vanilla extract and stir well until smooth.

7. 7
   Step 7:

   Reserve 2 tablespoons of the chopped almonds or peanuts and set aside.

8. 8
   Step 8:

   Fold 1½ cups of the miniature marshmallows and the remaining chopped nuts into the chocolate mixture.

9. 9
   Step 9:

   Transfer the chocolate mixture to the prepared pan and spread it into an even layer.

10. 10
    Step 10:

    Immediately top with the reserved chopped nuts and the mallow bits or additional miniature marshmallows, if using.

11. 11
    Step 11:

    Refrigerate for 4 hours, or until set.

    4 h
12. 12
    Step 12:

    Remove the fudge and wax paper from the pan, then carefully peel all of the wax paper from the fudge.

13. 13
    Step 13:

    Cut the fudge into bite-sized pieces and serve.