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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon butter, softened
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups walnuts, ground
  • 1 1/4 cups sugar, divided
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Method

  • In large mixing bowl, cream 1 cup butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  • Gradually add flour, beating until a ball forms.
  • Divide dough into four portions.
  • Roll each portion into a 12-inch circle.
  • Melt the remaining butter.
  • In a large bowl, combine the walnuts, 3/4 cup sugar, milk, vanilla, salt and melted butter.
  • Spread over each circle.
  • Cut each into 12 wedges.
  • Roll up wedges, starting from the wide ends.
  • Place on greased baking sheets.
  • Curve ends to form crescents.
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Remove to wire racks.
  • Place remaining sugar in a large resealable plastic bag.
  • Add warm cookies, a few at a time, and gently shake to coat.