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Dad's Favorite Dessert

A nostalgic, easy-to-make cake-style dessert that's perfect for weeknights or special occasions, featuring simple pantry staples and melty chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup sugar Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter (softened)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Use milk chocolate, dark, or white chips as desired

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together sugar and butter until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. Combine flour and baking powder, add to the creamed mixture, and mix well.
  5. Finally, stir in the milk and chocolate chips.
  6. Pour into a greased 9x13 inch pan.
  7. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

Pro Tips & Variations: Use room-temperature ingredients, try different chocolate options, consider substitutions, add mix-ins, and store leftovers properly.