rocky road

noun3

1. •
   (figurative) A rough time, course etc.

   • It's been a rocky road for Caledonian Sleeper, but one that shows signs of recovery, albeit slow. — 2020
2. •
   Any of several forms of candy containing lumps of chocolate, marshmallows and nuts.
3. •
   A variety of chocolate ice cream with marshmallows and almonds.

   • Who needs a pint of rocky road when you can head to the kitchen and work out your heartache with a whisk and a bottle of wine? — 2010