Celebrate the Holidays with HERSHEY'S

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Holiday excitement has taken over at HERSHEY'S headquarters. Go ahead and sneak a peek at the fun stuff we've been up to this year.

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Commercials

It's time to get into the holiday spirit! Curl up with a warm cup of hot chocolate, relax, and enjoy some winter cheer
with our fun and festive holiday commercials.

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Family Traditions

It's a certain song. It's a classic film. It's a family recipe, or a way of exchanging gifts, or a meaningful gathering place. Every family has its traditions, and every year is an opportunity to start a new one that can be carried on for generations. From special recipes to crafts and activities, here are some ideas to add to your holiday ritual.

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Gift Giving

Show everyone that you have great taste in gifts! Whether it's a gift box filled with HERSHEY'S chocolates, a gift jar filled with HERSHEY'S KISSES Brand Milk Chocolates, or a plate of delicious cookies, you'll find something for everyone on your list. Make your presents personal, and add a custom gift tag or one of our pretty printable holiday cards.

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Holiday Entertaining

You have to love that holiday atmosphere. There's just something in the air – but you also have to make sure that there's something on the table, something on the tree, and something for everyone to do while you get ready! Plan your perfect party with tasteful decorations, delicious treats and creative crafts to keep the kids entertained.

Recipes


HERSHEY'S Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients:
  • 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups (12-oz. pkg.) HERSHEY'S SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Chips or HERSHEY'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
 

Instructions:

1. Heat oven to 375°F.

2. Stir together flour, baking soda and salt. Beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar and vanilla in large bowl with mixer until creamy. Add eggs; beat well. Gradually add flour mixture, beating well. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts, if desired. Drop by rounded teaspoons onto ungreased cookie sheet.

3. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool slightly; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. Cool completely. About 5 dozen cookies.

PAN RECIPE: Spread batter in greased 15-1/2x10-1/2x1-inch jelly-roll pan. Bake at 375°F. 20 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely; cut into bars. About 4 dozen bars.

HERSHEY'S "PERFECTLY CHOCOLATE" CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES: Simply add 1/3 cup HERSHEY'S Cocoa to your favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe.

SKOR & CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES: Use 1 cup finely chopped SKOR bars and 1 cup HERSHEY'S SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Chips or HERSHEY'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips in place of 2 cups chocolate chips; omit nuts. Drop and bake as directed.

ICE CREAM SANDWICH: Press one small scoop vanilla ice cream between two cookies.

HIGH ALTITUDE DIRECTIONS (classic cookies):
- Increase flour to 2-2/3 cups.
- Decrease baking soda to 3/4 teaspoon.
- Decrease granulated sugar to 2/3 cup.
- Decrease packed light brown sugar to 2/3 cup.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon water with flour.
- Bake at 375°F, 5 to 7 minutes or until top is light golden with golden brown edges.


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