Maple Nut Date Cookies

In a mixing bowl, cream butter. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in syrup (mixture will appear curdled). Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in dates, pecans and coconut. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350 degrees F for 9-11 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks. In a small mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in cream, syrup, vanilla and maple flavoring until smooth. Frost cooled cookies. ');