Whipped cream and additional chocolate chips, optional
Combine all crust ingredients and press onto the the bottom and 2 in up the sides of a 9 inch springform pan; chill. For filling, beat cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until fluffy. Gradually add milk; beat until smooth. Add melted chips, eggs and vanilla; mix well. Pour into crust. Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour and 5 minutes. Center will still jiggle slightly. Cool for 15 minutes. Carefully run a knife between crust and sides of pan. Cool for 3 hours at room temperature. Chill overnight. Just before serving, remove sides of pan. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate chips, if desired. Yield 12-18 servings.
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