Hershey unveils chocolate spreads

HERSHEY, Pa. — Hershey on Wednesday announced that it's launching a new line of chocolate spreads, called Hershey's Spreads. The spreads will be available in three varieties: Chocolate, Chocolate with Almond and Chocolate with Hazelnut. 



"The average American snacks more than two times a day and what better way to transform everyday snacks into delicious treats, than with the genuine chocolate flavor that only Hershey can deliver," Anna Lingeris, spokeswoman, the Hershey Company, said. "We have been delivering genuine chocolate experiences in a variety of forms for 120 years and our legacy as the leader in chocolate continues with Hershey's Spreads."



The spreads are now available nationwide at food, mass, drug and convenience stores in 13-oz. jars, with a retail price of $3.79. Consumers can visit Hersheys.com/Spreads for pairing ideas and recipes.