Jose Mier, Sun Valley resident frozen treat proponent, talks chocolate. Specifically, one recipe for a Hershey’s CHIPits frozen dessert. However, there’s no limit to what you can make with Hershey’s chocolate chips.

Hershey’s chocolate chips—known in Canada as Hershey’s Chipits—are a home baker’s dream ingredient. They’re versatile, easy to store, and add a rich, chocolatey flavor to everything from cookies to cheesecakes. While most people think of them as a simple cookie mix-in, Hershey’s chocolate chips can be transformed into an endless variety of desserts, both baked and frozen. Whether you love the comfort of a warm brownie or the indulgence of a chilled, layered ice cream cake, Hershey’s chocolate chips can be the star of the show.

Below, we’ll explore some of the most popular desserts you can create with them, discuss ways to use different chip varieties, and share one irresistible recipe for a frozen Chipits dessert.

1. Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies

The gold standard of chocolate chip baking is, of course, the chocolate chip cookie. Hershey’s chocolate chips, whether semi-sweet, milk, or dark, are perfect for creating a chewy, crisp-edged, and gooey-centered cookie. The standard recipe calls for butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, flour, baking soda, salt, and a generous helping of chocolate chips.

For extra decadence, you can mix chip flavors—half semi-sweet, half milk chocolate—or add a handful of Hershey’s Reese’s Peanut Butter Chips for a sweet-salty twist.

2. Chocolate Chip Brownies

Chocolate chip brownies combine the fudgy richness of a brownie with pockets of melted chocolate in every bite. Simply fold Hershey’s chocolate chips into your brownie batter before baking, or sprinkle a layer of them on top halfway through baking for a gooey finish.

You can also use Hershey’s Special Dark chocolate chips for a more intense cocoa flavor, perfect for pairing with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

3. Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Banana bread is already moist and flavorful, but adding Hershey’s chocolate chips turns it into a decadent treat. The chips add bursts of sweetness that contrast beautifully with the mellow, fruity flavor of ripe bananas.

You can make a lighter loaf with semi-sweet chips or create a dessert-like version with milk chocolate and a drizzle of melted Hershey’s chocolate on top.

4. Chocolate Chip Muffins

Hershey’s chocolate chips make breakfast muffins taste like dessert. You can make a basic vanilla muffin batter and fold in chocolate chips, or try a double chocolate version with cocoa powder in the batter and extra chips stirred in. These muffins are perfect for freezing and reheating for quick treats.

5. Chocolate Chip Cheesecake

Creamy cheesecake meets the irresistible texture of chocolate chips in this decadent dessert. The chips can be mixed into the cream cheese filling for sweet bursts throughout, or you can sprinkle them over the crust before pouring in the batter. For even more indulgence, drizzle melted Hershey’s chocolate on top before serving.

6. Chocolate Chip Pancakes & Waffles

Breakfast becomes a sweet treat with Hershey’s chocolate chips sprinkled into pancake or waffle batter. The heat of cooking melts the chips just enough to create pockets of gooey chocolate. Pair them with fresh strawberries and whipped cream for a dessert-like brunch.

7. Chocolate Chip Blondies

Blondies are like brownies without the cocoa—rich, buttery, and chewy. Adding Hershey’s chocolate chips gives them the same melty chocolate experience but with a butterscotch-like base flavor. Try mixing semi-sweet and white chocolate chips for a layered sweetness.

8. Chocolate Chip Scones

For a more refined dessert (or tea-time treat), chocolate chip scones offer a crumbly, buttery pastry studded with sweet chocolate morsels. Serve them warm with clotted cream or whipped butter for a bakery-style indulgence.

9. Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Topping

Melt Hershey’s chocolate chips with a bit of cream to create a quick chocolate sauce for ice cream. Or, simply sprinkle them straight from the bag over your favorite ice cream flavor for a crunchy texture.

10. Chocolate Chip Lava Cakes

Molten chocolate cakes get even better when you add a handful of Hershey’s chocolate chips to the batter before baking. The center stays molten thanks to the chips melting inside, creating a rich, flowing chocolate core.

11. Chocolate Chip Trail Mix Bars

For a no-bake dessert, mix oats, peanut butter, honey, and Hershey’s chocolate chips into a pan, press down firmly, and refrigerate until set. These bars are chewy, sweet, and perfect for on-the-go snacking.

12. Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding

Bread pudding is comfort food at its finest. Adding Hershey’s chocolate chips to the custard mixture creates a sweet surprise in every bite. Serve warm with a scoop of ice cream for extra indulgence.

13. Chocolate Chip Cupcakes

Cupcakes can be made even better with chocolate chips mixed into the batter or sprinkled on top as a garnish over the frosting. A swirl of chocolate buttercream topped with a few Hershey’s chips adds both flavor and visual appeal.

14. Frozen Desserts with Hershey’s Chipits

While Hershey’s chocolate chips are often baked into desserts, they shine in frozen treats as well. From ice cream mix-ins to chocolate chip ice cream pies, frozen desserts offer a refreshing twist—especially during warm months.

Featured Recipe: Frozen Hershey’s Chipits Layered Dessert

This recipe is a creamy, chocolatey, and refreshing frozen dessert that’s perfect for summer gatherings or when you want to make something ahead of time.

Ingredients

• 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies (such as Oreos, without filling)
• ½ cup melted butter
• 2 cups Hershey’s semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
• 1 pint (2 cups) vanilla ice cream, softened
• 1 pint (2 cups) chocolate ice cream, softened
• 1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
• Chocolate syrup for drizzling
• Extra Hershey’s chocolate chips for garnish

Instructions

1. Make the crust: Combine crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Freeze for 15 minutes to set.
2. Chocolate chip layer: Melt 1½ cups of Hershey’s chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl over simmering water (or in the microwave in 20-second intervals). Spread the melted chocolate over the crust and freeze until firm.
3. Add ice cream layers: Spread the softened vanilla ice cream evenly over the hardened chocolate layer. Freeze for 20 minutes. Repeat with the chocolate ice cream, spreading evenly and freezing again for 20 minutes.
4. Top it off: Spread whipped topping evenly over the chocolate ice cream. Drizzle with chocolate syrup and sprinkle with extra Hershey’s chocolate chips.
5. Freeze and serve: Freeze for at least 4 hours or until completely set. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

Variations:

• Use Hershey’s Reese’s Peanut Butter Chips for a peanut butter-chocolate twist.
• Swap one ice cream layer for strawberry for a Neapolitan-style dessert.
• Crush chocolate chip cookies instead of chocolate sandwich cookies for a chunkier crust.

Tips for Working with Hershey’s Chocolate Chips in Desserts

1. Prevent sinking: When baking, toss chips in a small amount of flour before mixing them into batter to prevent them from sinking to the bottom.
2. Melt gently: Use low heat when melting to avoid burning the chocolate.
3. Mix flavors: Combining semi-sweet, dark, and milk chocolate chips can create a more complex flavor profile.
4. Store properly: Keep chips in a cool, dry place to prevent them from blooming (white streaks caused by fat separation).

Why Hershey’s Chocolate Chips Work Well in Desserts

• Consistency: Hershey’s chips hold their shape well during baking while still becoming delightfully soft and melty.
• Variety: Available in semi-sweet, milk, white, dark, and flavored varieties (like butterscotch and peanut butter).
• Availability: Easy to find in grocery stores and cost-effective for large-batch baking.

Final Thoughts

Hershey’s chocolate chips are more than just an add-in for cookies. They can be the hero of countless desserts—from the timeless chocolate chip cookie to elaborate frozen creations. Whether you’re baking a batch of muffins, layering a cheesecake, or making a frozen ice cream cake for summer, Hershey’s chocolate chips deliver both flavor and versatility.

The frozen Chipits layered dessert is a great make-ahead treat for parties, family dinners, or simply stocking your freezer with a go-to indulgence. With Hershey’s chocolate chips in your pantry, dessert possibilities are nearly endless—and always delicious.

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