Original Hershey Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe
Welcome to your go-to recipe for creating the ultimate cookies. This hershey chocolate chip cookie recipe captures the essence of classic cookies while showcasing the premium quality of Hershey's chocolate chips. With straightforward steps and simple ingredients, even beginner bakers can achieve bakery-quality results at home.
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cups packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups Hershey's semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Baking Sheet
Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Combine Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with a mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Vanilla and Eggs
Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix Together
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Stir in Chocolate Chips and Nuts
Fold in the Hershey's chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using) with a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Drop the Dough
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the centers are set.
- Cool
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For thicker cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Use a cookie scoop to ensure uniform cookie sizes for even baking.
- Remove the cookies from the oven when the edges are lightly browned but the centers still look slightly undercooked. They will continue to cook on the baking sheet.
Have Fun Baking!