I created these easy ways to enjoy Hershey’s™ Spreads including S’Mores Sundaes, Chocolate Yogurt Dip, and Peanut Butter Chocolate Banana Sandwiches as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars.
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Have you been looking for a way to get more chocolate into your diet? Me too! Never fear because Hershey’s® has the solution for you in the form of spreadable chocolate in THREE new flavors: Chocolate, Chocolate Almond, and Chocolate Hazelnut!
If you could please stop dancing around and return to your seat that would be great because I actually have more to tell you. Obviously, having a jar of chocolate spread and a spoon is really all you need for a good time, but let’s say you want to do something more than slather it on crackers, apple slices, pretzels, shortbread cookies, etc. I have THREE super easy and tasty ways to create a chocolatey snack, meal, or dessert. You don’t need to turn on your oven for any of them, and older kids (with self control) could even make these on their own!
First up is the snack: Chocolate Yogurt Dip! Be the hero of your next party with this fun and easy treat.
For this easy chocolate dip, all you need is two parts Hershey’s™ Spread (I used Chocolate Hazelnut flavor) mixed with one part vanilla yogurt. (For example, use 1/4 c. chocolate spread and 2 tbsp. yogurt for 3-4 servings.) Stir them together like the dickens until your dip is smooth and gorgeous, and serve with apple slices, strawberries, banana slices, pretzels, or whatever else your heart desires. Be prepared to make more when the first batch disappears.
Next, pack a smile in your lunchbox with this Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Sandwich!
I just read that Elvis enjoyed peanut butter, banana and bacon sandwiches. Folks, I must urge you against the bacon because that is just… wrong. Chocolate on the other hand is seriously good.
The days of my boys bringing uneaten sandwiches home from school are over thanks to the addition of chocolate. My oldest said his friend was begging for half a sandwich when he saw what was on it. There you have it: Chocolate makes you popular.
Finally, I bring you something special. Really, really special: The S’mores Sundae!
As it turns out, if you microwave your chocolate spread for 20-30 seconds, it is perfect for drizzling.
I drizzled it over vanilla ice cream, then sprinkled the sundae with teeny marshmallows and cute graham bear crackers. (You could also use crushed graham crackers and regular mini marshmallows if those are easier to find.) The chocolate does firm up pretty quickly when mixed with cold ice cream, but that doesn’t make it any less delicious.
Do I even need to tell you that we scarfed these S’mores Sundaes down in record time? I would also encourage drizzling your velvety melted chocolate spread over things like cheesecake and unglazed donuts. The possibilities are endless!
Hershey’s® is pretty much synonymous with chocolate, and I for one am thrilled to have this spreadable chocolate in my pantry. You have surely not seen the last of this stuff around these parts. I’m dreaming of incorporating it into baked goods next! What’s the first way YOU will use this new chocolate spread?
Thank you again to SocialStars and Hershey’s® for sponsoring this post. To keep up on news, recipes, and easy entertaining ideas, follow Hershey’s® on Facebook!
Linda says
Just tried to warm Hershey’s spread to make a poke cake with the spread. Followed recipe called for 35 seconds to warm, stir and microwave10seconds more. First 35 cooked it. Bought another jar, 5 sec —still cooked it. Used syrup in place of spread
Judy says
Everything looks delicious, but I must disagree with you on one thing. Bacon goes with everything! Yum. Lol. Thanks for the suggestions.
Andi says
Ha! I’ll try to come around on the peanut butter and bacon combo, but I don’t know if I can do it ;) Thanks so much for your visit and comment, Judy!
Priscilla says
All of the ideas are awesome, but I’m going to have strawberries dipped in chocolate! So yummy and these spreads will make them so easy!
Andi says
Hi, Priscilla. I love chocolate and strawberries together, so that is the perfect place to start. Thank so much for your visit!
Barb Hodges says
They all look wonderful…….YUMMMMMM
Andi says
Thank you, Barb! I appreciate your visit!
Frances Wilson says
I have to agree peanut butter chocolate and bananas!!
Andi says
Thanks so much for stopping by, Frances!
Donna Willey says
Peanut butter, chocolate and bananas, can’t wait to try!! Yum!
Andi says
You will love it, Donna! It’s my kids new favorite sandwich :)
Bev Brown says
Total yumm-o chocolate with fruit and the banana and peanut butter and chocolate delicious.
andrea says
I would really love to try it on a hot crescent roll smothered with butter and honey!
Andi says
Oh wow that sounds so delicious! I have crescent rolls in my fridge right now and think I’ll be trying this for dessert tonight! Thanks for stopping by and sharing your great idea :)
Kathy says
They all look great but I really would Love to try that sundae.
char says
So delicious paired with fruit! Yummm
Andi says
Hi, Char. Thanks for your visit, and enjoy your chocolate :)
Joline says
Wowza!!! This recipes ALL look absolutely delicious!! I especially like the simple dip recipes for fruit, pretzels, chips, etc….I’ll be trying these out and letting my hubby and 3 year old daughter be the “test panel”! ;-) Thanks for all the terrific ideas!!
Andi says
I’m sure your husband and daughter won’t mind the test testing. My boys sure didn’t! Thanks for your comment, Joline. Have a great week!
glo says
i love the yogurt and hersheys spread idea.
Andi says
I hope you get a chance to try it. It’s so easy and tasty! Thanks for your visit :)
Tammy says
The chocolate with almonds is amazing. I can’t wait to try the hazelnut and the plan chocolate . The boys just wanted to eat it with a spoon.
Andi says
Thanks for stopping by, Tammy! I know, we really don’t need more ideas for this stuff than just a spoon ;) If I throw fruit in the mix though, I feel justified to eat more of it!
Lynn says
these ideas look great – I just received my jar of chocolate/hazelnut spread in the mail today! Thanks…really looking forward to trying it!
Andi says
Thanks so much for your visit. I’m sure you will love the chocolate hazelnut spread, Lynn. Enjoy!
Christa says
Those are awesome ideas to use the chocolate spread with :)
I used it on a poptart first :)
Andi says
Oh that sounds good, but what flavor Pop Tart? Maybe an unfrosted strawberry one would be like a chocolate-covered strawberry for breakfast. YUM! Thanks so much for stopping by, Christa!
Samantha Linneman says
Chocolate yogurt looks great.
Andi says
Thanks, Samantha! Chocolate makes anything better if you ask me :)
Marilyn says
Love the s’mores sundae it’s looks so good. I’m going to have to try one over the weekend for a treat when I take a break from cleaning house and doing laundry!!
Your ideas are great.
Vivian Ormond says
MY grandbaby was the tester ,she’s loves the chocolate and peanut butter on bread with the crust off. I myself love chocolate with just about anything ,dippng fruit and vailla wafers
Andi says
My kids were very willing to be the taste testers too. Vanilla wafers is a great idea! Thanks so much for stopping by, Vivian :)
nikki says
Chocolate, hazelnut and fruit?? YUM!!
Andi says
Hi, Nikki. I hope you get your hands on some chocolate dip and apples right away ;) Thanks so much for your visit!
Richa says
Yummm!
Andi says
Thanks for your visit, Richa! Have a great weekend :)
sue g. says
I would totally like to try these as dips for fresh fruit first….then of course…it will have to go over
ice cream at some point and I’m sure I can get creative otherwise…it IS CHOCOLATE!
Andi says
Hi, Sue! Thanks for your visit. I agree — you can’t really go wrong with chocolate! That s’mores sundae was pretty heavenly, and my boys have no room for PB&J in their lives now that they’ve had PB& Chocolate sandwiches. This stuff is so good!
tiffany laventure says
dipped in fresh fruit
Andi says
If fresh fruit is involved, then it’s still a healthy snack even with a little chocolate if you ask me! Thanks for stopping by, Tiffany :)
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says
Chocolate spread as a meal? Yes, please!
Andi says
If it’s a sandwich then it’s a meal, right? Same goes for ice cream sandwiches ;) Nice to see you, Pamela!
Diane says
I didn’t know that Hershey’s made this type of chocolate spread! So glad I saw your post!! :)
Andi says
I’m glad you saw it too, Diane! This spread is brand new, and it is SO tasty!
Alyssa says
Yum, these all look great! I can’t wait to try them!
Andi says
Thank you, Alyssa! Nice to see you around these parts ;)
Paula says
I just started seeing these spreads here, can’t wait to try them. You make them look so yummy, Andi.
Andi says
Thank you, Paula! Do I even need to tell you to hurry and get some? :)
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says
I love the S’mores sundae idea! :) Yum! Such yummy ideas for using these spreads, although I am sure that I would just eat it all by the spoonful straight out of the jar, lol!
Andi says
Thank you, Carrie! I accidentally at one of those s’mores sundaes for lunch yesterday. I needed to make it for photos and couldn’t resist gobbling the whole thing down!
Kelly says
Yum, these all look delicious! We love chocolate spread and my lil guy would love all of these:) Thanks for sharing Andi!
Andi says
Thank you, Kelly! I hope you get to try them all :)