Butter Pecan Crisps From Cake Mix Recipe

These unbelievably easy Butter Pecan Crisps are made with a cake mix for a ridiculously simple dessert! Get ready for melt-in-your-mouth buttery goodness with crunchy pecans in under an hour. This recipe, adapted from Crisco, is perfect for beginner bakers looking for a delicious and impressive treat.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 43 mins
Calories 35.3 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Butter Pecan Crisps From Cake Mix

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How to Make Butter Pecan Crisps From Cake Mix

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 box (15.25 ounces) yellow cake mix and 1/2 cup (1 stick) shortening. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until a coarse crumb forms.
  3. Add 1/4 cup water, 1 large egg, and 2/3 cup chopped pecans. Mix on low speed until a dough forms.
  4. Roll dough into 42 one-inch balls.
  5. Place balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  6. Lightly grease the bottom of a measuring cup (or use a flat-bottomed glass) with cooking spray.
  7. Gently flatten each dough ball to 2 inches in diameter using the greased cup. Spray the cup as needed to prevent sticking.
  8. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans.
  9. Lightly brush the unbaked cookies with 1 large egg white, using a pastry brush.
  10. Sprinkle the sugar-pecan mixture evenly over the cookies.
  11. Bake for 6-8 minutes, or until the edges are light golden brown.
  12. Let cool on baking sheets for 1 minute before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

2g

Carbs

0g