Rocky road is a decadent no bake confection made from melted chocolate mixed with marshmallows and nuts, and sometimes biscuits, dried fruit or coconut, then chilled until firm and cut into squares. Its texture is a playful contrast of smooth chocolate, chewy marshmallow and crunchy inclusions.

While several countries claim variations, the treat most commonly traced back to early 20th century Australia and the United States. Australian versions appear in cookbooks and newspapers from the 1920s as a simple fridge slice, whereas American stories link the name to candy shop creations from roughly the same era. Both origins likely arose from home cooks seeking an economical, fridge set sweet during the Depression and postwar years, with the evocative name "rocky road" alluding to its lumpy, uneven surface.

You can really use your own flair with rocky road, adding in whatever you like on the candy front. I enjoy the combination of soft marshmallow, the crunchy clinkers and then the burst of m&m’s throughout. The candy canes giving it a festive touch, but feel free to omit and enjoy this treat all year round.