Are you trying to find the best homemade chocolate chip cookies? With each bite, this Hershey Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe strikes the ideal balance between rich chocolate, buttery flavor, and chewy texture. These cookies are a must-try for any dessert lover, regardless of whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply because you’re craving something sweet.
Hershey Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Recipe by Chef Sadat KhizarCourse: Desserts RecipesCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy60
servings10
minutes10
minutes120
kcalHershey Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup packed light brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups HERSHEY’S Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
1 cup chopped nuts
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in HERSHEY’S chocolate chips and nuts.
- Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
- Cool on cookie sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
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Serving Suggestions
- For a traditional cookie experience, serve hot with a glass of chilled milk.
- To make a homemade ice cream sandwich, sandwich two cookies together with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- For a dessert topping, crumble over ice cream or yogurt.
- During the holidays, package in lunchboxes or present in cookie tins.
Savings Suggestions
- To save money on baking essentials, buy flour and chocolate chips in bulk.
- You may save money without sacrificing flavor by using store-brand sugar and butter.
- To save time and money on future cravings, make twice as much cookie dough and freeze half of it.
- Check for sales or discounts on HERSHEY’S items, particularly around the holidays.
FAQs
Is it possible to freeze the cookie dough?
A: Indeed! After scooping the dough into balls, place them on a tray to freeze. After solidifying, keep for up to three months in a freezer bag.
Is it possible to utilize several kinds of Hershey’s chips?
A: Definitely. For a deeper taste, use milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or even HERSHEY’S SPECIAL DARK chips.
How can I maintain the cookies’ softness?
A slice of bread helps keep them moist, so keep them in an airtight container.
Is it possible to exclude the nuts?
A: If you prefer cookies without nuts, this recipe works just well without them.
What is the shelf life of these cookies?
A: Store them in an airtight jar at room temperature for up to 5 days.