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Chocolate Chip Gooey Treats

The soft cake-like crust and the rich, creamy filling, which is loaded with melted chocolate chips to give it an irresistibly gooey texture, are perfectly balanced in these treats. They are simple to prepare and offer rich flavors, which makes them ideal for special occasions as well as informal family get-togethers.
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Course: Baking, Dessert, Snack, Treat
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:
  • 1 box yellow cake mix 15.25 oz
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 stick 8 tablespoons salted butter, melted
For the Filling:
  • 1 package 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 box 16 oz powdered sugar
  • 1 stick 8 tablespoons salted butter, melted
  • 1 package 12 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips

Method
 

Prepare the Crust:
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, egg, and melted butter. Stir until well blended. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking pan.
Make the Filling:
  1. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing until fully combined. Finally, blend in the melted butter.
Assemble and Bake:
  1. Pour the cream cheese filling over the crust and spread evenly. Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly on top.
Bake:
  1. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 40–45 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly gooey.
Cool and Serve:
  1. Let cool completely before cutting into squares. Enjoy these rich, gooey chocolate chip treats!
  2. Enjoy!