1-2 packages gluten-free cake mix (enough for 2 layers)
1/2 cup gluten free flour mix
1/3 cup canola oil
2-3 eggs
4 ounces applesauce
6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped pecans, or other nuts (optional)
Mix and blend well all ingredients except chocolate chips and nuts in a large bowl.
Gently stir in chips and nuts.
Place teaspoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 14 minutes.
Allow to cool. Cookies will be light and cake-like. Place 10 to 12 cookies on a small decorative plate, cover with colored cellophane and tie with a bright ribbon. Makes approximately 3 dozen cookies.
Hints: If cookies appear to stick to cookie sheet a bit, spray cookie sheet with a little cooking spray.
Try different types of cake mixes and add-in ingredients, such as white chocolate chips, different kinds of nuts – or maybe cereals?, M & M’s or other candies, etc. – fun to experiment! Cookies could be frosted a bit, too, if desired.