Maple Meltaways

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons maple flavoring
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Stir in the maple flavoring.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture, stirring just until blended. Stir in the walnuts.
4. Roll the dough into 1 inch balls and place on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly golden.
5. Remove from cookie sheet to cool on wire racks.

Interesting Facts

• The combination of maple and cream cheese flavors creates an incredible taste!
• These cookies are best served when slightly warm.
• You can also add a teaspoon of vanilla extract for additional flavor.