Snow-Topped Thumbprint Cookies
["2/3 c. Aunt Jemima syrup", "1/2 c. (1 stick) margarine, softened", "1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened", "1 egg", "2 c. all-purpose flour", "1 1/3 c. chopped nuts", "1 tsp. baking powder", "1/4 tsp. salt (optional)", "1/3 c. fruit preserves"]
["Heat oven to 350\u00b0.", "Beat the first 4 ingredients until smooth. Add dry ingredients, mixing well.", "Chill 10 minutes.", "Roll into 1-inch balls; place on ungreased cookie sheet.", "Press center of each with thumb; fill with preserves.", "Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until edges are golden.", "Cool completely.", "Sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired.", "Store loosely covered."]
["syrup", "margarine", "cream cheese", "egg", "flour", "nuts", "baking powder", "salt", "fruit preserves"]