Hershey’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe: A ClassicABy Ashton · Updated August 25, 20264.688 reviews·Serves approximately 2 dozenJump to Recipe Save Pin Add to Google posted by Ashton on August 25, 2026 Today’s recipe is the one I literally could not stop thinking about — the Hershey’s chocolate chip cookie recipe straight from my Hershey’s cookbook! I was in full-on chocolate chip cookie mode last week when I made Hershey’s Soft & Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies, searched everywhere, and missed this classic on the back of that very page. 🤦♀️ Classic me! But honestly? Everything worked out — because NOW I get to share Hershey’s classic chocolate chip cookies with you, and this one is absolutely more my cup of tea. Crispy edges, buttery flavor, plenty of chocolate. Be still my heart! Why Hershey’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe Is the Best Can we talk about what makes these delicious chocolate chip cookies so dreamy? It’s that flawless blend of crisp edges and a gooey center — the perfect cookie, every single time. The buttery flavor is everything, and there’s just enough salt to make it all pop. Whether you’re one of the beginner bakers in your family or you’ve been rolling cookie dough balls since forever, this recipe delivers. It’s genuinely the best darn cookies I’ve ever pulled from an oven. Honestly, if you love classic chocolate chip cookies, this one is a must-try. 🍪 Choosing Your Chocolate and Key Ingredients The chocolate you pick totally changes the vibe! I used Hershey’s milk chocolate chips — specifically Hershey’s Mini Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips — for that oozy, melty situation you see in the photos. 😍 But you can absolutely swap in Hershey’s semi-sweet chocolate chips, dark chocolate chips, or even Hershey’s Special Dark if you like things more intense. Those little chocolatey gems are everything. For favorites, add Kerrygold pure Irish butter and raw organic white cane sugar to your grocery list — they take this hershey chocolate chip cookie recipe somewhere really special. For softened butter with a quick chop of dark chocolate on the side? Oh my goodness. The Hershey Company keeps delivering on the latest candy innovations, and their social media, digital media, direct mail, and month newsletter are full of product news, celebration ideas, and recipe inspiration for the whole Hershey’s family! How to Make Hershey’s Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Heat oven to 375°F (or heat convection oven to 350°F). In a large mixing bowl or large bowl fitted with the paddle attachment, mix butter — that cup of butter should be at room temperature — with light brown sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla (I love Bassett Spices pure vanilla extract!) and eggs. In a medium bowl, combine flour and dry ingredients — all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda. Gradually add the flour mixture and stir until just combined. No dough chill required for this spontaneous baking session! Use a cookie scoop to drop raw dough onto an ungreased cookie sheet or prepared baking sheet — place parchment paper down if you prefer. You can even use an x1-inch jelly-roll pan or spray sheet pans lightly. These spread batter nicely, so leave room. Bake until golden brown, then cool on a wire rack. 🙌 Tips, Tricks, and Storing Fresh-Baked Cookies A few things that make this hershey’s chocolate chip cookies recipe truly foolproof! Softened butter at room temperature is non-negotiable — cold butter won’t cream right. Want a double batch? Use a large bowl and a hand mixer; it handles beautifully. Once baked golden brown, cool completely before storing in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft. For longer storage, pop them into a freezer-safe bag — fresh cookies last months that way! These are perfect for fundraiser attendees, family members, or anyone who needs Nora’s love in cookie form. 😂 As a serving of food they’re a totally reasonable part of your daily diet (ignoring the daily value label, thank you). For further information on fun variations — like bacon grease chocolate chip cookies or double chunk chocolate cookies — I’ve got you! Also compare your own magic touch against the classic Toll House version anytime. Now go make these — you have to! 🍪❤️ Hershey's Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies Yield: approximately 2 dozen Save this recipe for later: Save Pin Add to Google The milk chocolate chips (I used the Hershey's Mini Kisses, found in the chocolate chip section) are SO good and contribute to a serious gooey-ness going on in the center of these cookies. Print Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened 3/4 cup granulated sugar 3/4 cup brown sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 eggs 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 tsp salt 2 cups Hershey's Milk Chocolate Chips Instructions Preheat oven to 375ºF. Beat together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla until creamy. Add eggs, and beat well. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add mixture to the butter mixture, beating well. Fold in the chocolate chips. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased cookie sheet (mine were closer to 2 tbsp). Bake 8-10 minutes, until lightly browned. Cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
