ROCKY ROAD CAKE

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This creative take on classic rocky road flavors creates a showstopping and absolutely delectable dessert. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1 can (16 ounces) chocolate frosting
1-3/4 cups dry roasted peanuts, divided
1-1/2 cups miniature milk chocolate kisses
1-1/2 cups miniature marshmallows, divided

Steps:

Prepare and bake cake according to package directions, using two greased 9-in. round baking pans. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. , Spread frosting between layers and over top and sides of cake. In a large bowl, combine 1-1/2 cups peanuts, the chocolate kisses and 1 cup marshmallows; set aside., Arrange remaining marshmallows to form the border of a road across the top of cake. Coarsely chop remaining peanuts and sprinkle inside marshmallow border. Lightly press chocolate mixture over sides and remaining top of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 665 calories, Fat 37g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 611mg sodium, Carbohydrate 76g carbohydrate (53g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.