Next, place your chocolate chips in the bowl and microwave for 30 seconds. Remove and stir with a rubber spatula or other heat-proof kitchen implement. Microwave for 20 seconds, remove and stir.

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Sprinkle additional chocolate chunks and chopped milk chocolate (or milk chocolate chips) on top. Transfer the pan to the oven and immediately reduce the oven temperature to 375 degrees.