Aztec-Inspired Chocolate Walnut Bars

A aztec-inspired take on chocolate walnut bars, built around ancho chile, cumin, a hint of cacao, and lime.

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Heat oven to 350°F.
2. Cream butter and sugars.
3. Beat in eggs and vanilla.
4. Mix in flour, baking soda, and salt.
5. Fold in the featured ingredient.
6. Scoop onto baking sheets and bake 9 to 12 minutes.