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Hershey's Recipe Collection Cookbook

Updated on November 24, 2023

Hershey's & Me ... we go together!

We had just gotten home from grocery shopping. With bags in tow we had our arms full and hurried to get inside from the cold weather. When we opened our front porch screen door I noticed a package on the little white table. It was a large decorative Christmas bag with handles and a bit heavier than I expected.

Excited about the surprise package left at my door, I couldn't wait to open it. Even though it was a few days until Christmas, I decided to take the package out of the gift bag hoping to get a glimpse of the item. Nope, it was in a box!

Feeling like a child I shook, smelled, tilted and held the package trying to figure out what it was and who gave us this treasure. The intrigue was exhilarating and kept me guessing as to its contents until Christmas morning.

My collection of cookbooks has been depleted over the past ten years. Looking for new recipes I bugged all my neighbors for peeks at their collections. Knowing that I love chocolate, one of my neighbors (whom I have borrowed her recipe books oodles of times) had the good sense to get me a cookbook she knew I would like. As a matter of fact, when she received it in the mail she liked it so much she ordered another one for herself.

Hershey's is more than a name, candy or recipe book to me; it is part of my growing up in the Tri-State area where Hershey's is a part of everyone's family. We traveled to Hershey, Pennsylvania more times then I can remember, spent time in the Amusement Park, visited the chocolate factory and gave out five pound candy bars at ball games. Having Hershey cookbooks and recipes seemed almost natural for me, so when I received it for Christmas in 2011 you can tell it was most appreciated.

About the Cookbook

There are so many things I love about this cookbook besides the recipes (which is a given). I like that it is a sturdy hardback, five ring binder making it easy to view recipes. There are two protective page covers and great tips in the front of the book for working specifically with all types of chocolate. I've learned so much from this section alone.

Overall there are 24 sections of recipes from cakes, pies, cookies, cheesecakes, candies, breads, muffins and so much more. If you aren't sure what to give someone there is also a section for chocolate gift giving ideas.

One of my favorite sections is the one called "Treats for Kids" where everyone can get involved baking, making more fun for the family. If you are in the mood for a chocolaty beverage you'll find recipes for those kinds of drinks. For meat lovers, there are recipes for chicken, chili or shrimp as well. That's right, a chocolate chili recipe!

In the very back of the book is a metric conversion chart, oven temperature suggestions and baking times according to the pans you use. All-in-all this 512 page hardbound book is a simple pleasure you will come to love and use over and over for years to come. Considering all you get, plus 475 chocolate recipes with colorful pictures for practically all the recipes, it is really a great price.

To get an idea of the scrumptious recipes take a look at the photographs I provided below from my own Hershey's Recipe Collection Cookbook.

For a sneak peak into some of the recipes from this cookbook and for chocolate lovers visit my Chocolate Cake: Recipes, Frostings, Cupcakes, Cake Pops, Vegan and Gluten Free Cookbooks and Ideas. If you like cheesecake my Easy Chocolate Cheesecake was also a take on a recipe from this cookbook. It is the best, richest cheesecake I've ever eaten, and it's easy to make.

Another recipe that has become a favorite of ours was taken from a basic recipe in the cookbook and tweaked a bit to suit our taste. Hershey's Chocolate Chip Applesauce Coffee Cake is a great recipe for the fall and to make for those guests you have over for the holidays.

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Fancy tortes and cakes.Section on cheesecakes.Layer cakes.Sheet cakes.Tube cakes,  Bundt cakes and rolls.Cupcakes and mini cakes.All kinds of drop cookies.Candy and Confection ideas.Holiday & Gift Giving Ideas.Puddings, Mousses & Cream Desserts.My husband's cat isn't included.  She just stays where he is and he was holding the book.Luscious cream pies.Pastries and the coffee cake I made.  Doesn't it look good?  Visit my web page listed above for it.Hershey Kisses Treats & Ideas.  These are really fun to do with kids.Special recipe just for getting kids in the kitchen. Fun treats they will love to make and eat.
Fancy tortes and cakes.
Fancy tortes and cakes.
Section on cheesecakes.
Section on cheesecakes.
Layer cakes.
Layer cakes.
Sheet cakes.
Sheet cakes.
Tube cakes,  Bundt cakes and rolls.
Tube cakes, Bundt cakes and rolls.
Cupcakes and mini cakes.
Cupcakes and mini cakes.
All kinds of drop cookies.
All kinds of drop cookies.
Candy and Confection ideas.
Candy and Confection ideas.
Holiday & Gift Giving Ideas.
Holiday & Gift Giving Ideas.
Puddings, Mousses & Cream Desserts.
Puddings, Mousses & Cream Desserts.
My husband's cat isn't included.  She just stays where he is and he was holding the book.
My husband's cat isn't included. She just stays where he is and he was holding the book.
Luscious cream pies.
Luscious cream pies.
Pastries and the coffee cake I made.  Doesn't it look good?  Visit my web page listed above for it.
Pastries and the coffee cake I made. Doesn't it look good? Visit my web page listed above for it.
Hershey Kisses Treats & Ideas.  These are really fun to do with kids.
Hershey Kisses Treats & Ideas. These are really fun to do with kids.
Special recipe just for getting kids in the kitchen. Fun treats they will love to make and eat.
Special recipe just for getting kids in the kitchen. Fun treats they will love to make and eat.

Cookbooks from Top Kitchens

I have several of these cookbooks and each one is a culinary delight. You won't be disappointed in the ideas or recipes. Select one for yourself or as a gift for a friend, newlywed or for the cooking and baking lover.

You can subscribe to the You Tube Hershey's Kitchen's channel for more recipes and tips for baking.

Hershey's 4 in1 Cookbook

Hershey 4 Cookbooks in 1: Bars, Brownies & Treats; Cookies, Candies & Snacks; Cakes & Cheesecakes; Pies & Desserts
Hershey 4 Cookbooks in 1: Bars, Brownies & Treats; Cookies, Candies & Snacks; Cakes & Cheesecakes; Pies & Desserts
Something I like about Hershey's cookbooks is that you get a lot for your money, and the same goes here. This is really four of your favorite baking cookbooks in one 320 page hardbound spiral binder. Get plenty of ideas for parties, holidays and planning for dark, white, milk and semi-sweet chocolate. Plus it's full of colorful photographs. A baker's cookbook for sure.
 

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Campbell's Recipe Large Cookbook

Campbell's Recipe Collection (5-Ring Binder)
Campbell's Recipe Collection (5-Ring Binder)
I love this cookbook and have used so many recipes from it. There are over 400 recipes in the 22 section book. You'll find just about any kind of food from main dishes, side dishes, brunch, one pot meals, desserts, grilling, casseroles and advice on planning a menu. It is 5 ring hardcover and 512 pages. Check out my recipes from this cookbook and see how you like them.
 

The Ultimate Recipes from Kraft Kitchens

Kraft Kitchen Cookbook Collection

Kraft Philadelphia Ultimate Recipe Collection
Kraft Philadelphia Ultimate Recipe Collection
I have to admit that this is one of my favorite items to use in baking - Philly cream cheese. I can't remember a time when it hasn't been in our house. This is amazing, there are 50 cheesecake recipes! It is a 5 ring hardback binder with 350 colorful recipes. There are 19 sections in this huge 519 page recipe book. Don't think it is just for desserts though. You'll receive recipes for entrees, appetizers, dips, seafood, meat and casseroles.
 

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#145 Created 10/23/13/Published October 24th, 2013

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