"When I was a teacher, this recipe was recommended by one of my student's parents. I've made it so many times, I can't imagine hosting a brunch without it. Chocolate chips add sweet bursts of flavor to the rich and tender coffee cake. —Michelle Krzmarzick Torrance, California..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup butter, softened
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1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
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1-1/2 cups sugar, divided
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2 large eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 cup 2% milk
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1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
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1/4 cup chopped pecans
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon