Hershey Holiday Sugar Cookies
Description
These Hershey Holiday Sugar Cookies are a delightful twist on classic holiday treats, combining the soft, tender crumb of a sugar cookie with the crunch of festive chocolate bits. The dough is rich with butter, brown sugar, and vanilla, creating a deeply flavorful base that holds together perfectly with the addition of Hershey-ets. As they bake, the edges crisp up slightly while the centers remain chewy and warm. The colorful candy pieces melt just enough to create pockets of gooey chocolate, making every bite a surprise. Perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or simply as a sweet afternoon snack with a cup of coffee. These cookies are easy to prepare and offer a nostalgic, homemade charm that everyone will love.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
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If using milk instead of buttermilk, mix 1 teaspoon of vinegar with 6 tablespoons of milk and let it sit for a few minutes until it curdles.
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In a large mixer bowl, cream together the butter, light brown sugar, and sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract to the bowl and beat well until fully combined.
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In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients alternately with the buttermilk (or soured milk) to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.
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Fold in the Hershey-ets candy pieces evenly throughout the dough.
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Drop the dough by level 1/4 cupfuls onto lightly greased cookie sheets, spacing them about 3 inches apart.
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Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly browned around the edges.
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Allow cookies to cool slightly on the cookie sheet, then remove them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 16
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 595.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 33.4g52%
- Saturated Fat 16.3g82%
- Cholesterol 95.0mg32%
- Sodium 2920.5mg122%
- Total Carbohydrate 74.8g25%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 74.3g
- Protein 1.9g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
**Sour Milk Substitute:** If you do not have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 teaspoon of vinegar or lemon juice to 6 tablespoons of milk. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it curdles slightly.
**Storage:** Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies for up to three months.
**Variations:** You can substitute Hershey-ets with M&Ms, Reese's Pieces, or other holiday-themed chocolate candies for a different flavor profile.
**Baking Tip:** To ensure even baking, rotate the cookie sheet halfway through the baking time. Do not overbake, as the centers should remain soft and chewy.
