Chocolate Orange Rocky Road
Chocolate Orange Rocky Road is an indulgent treat that perfectly marries the rich, velvety taste of chocolate with the zesty brightness of orange.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 300 g dark chocolate Choose a high-quality chocolate with at least 70% cocoa.
- 150 g unsalted butter Make sure the butter is at room temperature.
- 100 g golden syrup Acts as a binding agent.
- 200 g digestive biscuits Broken into chunks.
- 100 g mixed nuts A combination of almonds, hazelnuts, and walnuts.
- 150 g dried apricots Chopped into small pieces.
- 1 large orange zest Freshly grated.
- 1 pinch sea salt Enhances the chocolate flavor.
- extra orange slices or candied orange peel Optional for garnish.
Instructions
- Line a square baking dish (approximately 8-inch x 8-inch) with parchment paper.
- In a large heatproof bowl, combine the dark chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt over a pot of simmering water or in the microwave.
- Stir in the golden syrup until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the broken digestive biscuits, chopped mixed nuts, dried apricots, and orange zest.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the melted chocolate mixture until evenly coated.
- Add a pinch of sea salt and fold it into the mixture.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 3-4 hours until firm.
- Once set, lift out of the dish and slice into squares or rectangles.
Notes
This dessert can be made a day or two in advance. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.