Chili Powder and Pecan Crackles

By cmschnettler

Chili powder is the surprise ingredient that transforms devil's food cake mix into these flavorful chocolate cookies.

Ingredients

• 1 9-ounce package devil's food cake mix see savings
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder see savings
• 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle chili powder see savings
• 1 egg, lightly beaten see savings
• 1 tablespoon butter, softened see savings
• 2 tablespoons milk see savings
• 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans see savings

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 375 degree F. In a medium mixing bowl, stir together cake mix, cocoa powder, chipotle chili powder, egg, and butter until all is moistened (dough will be stiff). 2. Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place milk in a shallow dish. Place nuts in another shallow dish. Dip balls in milk, then in nuts to coat. Place 2 inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet. 3. Bake in preheated oven for 8 to 9 minutes or until tops are crackled. Cool on cookie sheet 1 minute. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely. Makes about 20. To Store Place cookies in layers separated by waxed paper in an airtight container; cover. Store at room temperature for up to 24 hours or freeze for up to 3 months.