The walnut crescent cookies at Lakota Bakery in Arlington are made with just five ingredients: butter, sugar, flour, vanilla, and walnuts. That’s until the bakers half-dip the hand-shaped moons into ...

Whisk first 3 ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Using electric mixer, beat butter and brown sugar in large bowl to blend well. Add dry ingredients; beat just until dough forms clumps. Stir in nuts.

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Cream butter, shortening and sugar until smooth. Add water and vanilla. Mix well. Add the flour and nuts. Chill for 3 to 4 hours or overnight. Form dough into rolls 3 ...