Maple Crescents

Directions

1. 1
   In large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup sugar, butter and maple extract.
2. 2
   Beat at medium speed of electric mixer until light and fluffy.
3. 3
   Add flour.
4. 4
   Beat at low speed until soft dough forms.
5. 5
   Stir in pecans.
6. 6
   Cover with plastic wrap.
7. 7
   Chill 1 to 2 hours, or until firm.
8. 8
   Heat oven to 350F.
9. 9
   Shape heaping teaspoons dough into crescent shapes.
10. 10
    Place crescents 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
11. 11
    Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until set.
12. 12
    Cool completely.
13. 13
    In small mixing bowl, combine remaining 1/2 cup sugar and the milk.
14. 14
    Stir until smooth.
15. 15
    Pipe or drizzle glaze over crescents.
16. 16
    Let dry completely before storing.