15 Reviews of Split Seconds

From: justcallmetoni

On Dec 15, 2004

I think I just figured out where the name split seconds comes from...its the perfect moment when the cookie is hot enough to cut without breaking and the jam icool enough to not run. Seriously, these are as simple as a bar cookie but far more elegant. For variety, I used almond extract instead of vanilla. Paired well with raspberry jam. And yes, jams work better than jellies.

From: Sunbeam

On Feb 22, 2004

I don't know what these are - cookies or tarts or whatever. They're delicious and so easy to make. Guess that's how the name came! I made two batches over 3 days - that's about 60 cookies each batch and it's all over!!! Thanks Karen! This one's a keeper!

From: ciao

On Nov 25, 2002

These are very delicious cookies, and they're really fast and easy to make! I like to substitute different jams once in a while too. I usually add 1/2 tsp. of salt as well. Anyone looking for a great addition to their holiday goody trays should try this easy one! Thanks for posting, Karen!

From: Monique M

On Nov 21, 2004

These are from a Pillsbury Bake off in the 50's. Super easy and you always have the ingredients on hand. I made a batch yesterday and used a couple different kinds of jelly. Great for the holidays.

From: bingo62

On Jun 22, 2003

These were absolutely delicious, and very easy. The recipe says to place them 4 in apart and 2 in. from edges, which is impossible on a cookie sheet. I place them 2 in. apart and they turned out great. I did bake mine about 23 min.

From: eBeth

On Jan 13, 2005

Made these with blueberry jam. Very good!!

From: browniepie

On Dec 21, 2006

Oh my goodness! These were absolutely wonderful. I used canned raspberry filling and it was just delicious with the buttery flavor of the cookie. After cutting diagonally into bars and sprinkling with powdered sugar, they really looked lovely. Perfect for a holiday tray, like little jewels! Also, I just used 1 stick of butter (1/2 cup) with a tbsp or so of crisco.

From: Kasha

On Feb 12, 2007

Maybe one of the prettiest, easiest, cheapest, as made with things you just have around cookies there is. I filled half with strawberry jam and half with blueberry. I know this recipe from one of those Pillsbury Bakeoff cookie booklets from the grocery store line. A real winner. Looks ike you bought them at a fancy bakery for almost no effort. I did them on parchement and they are easier to cool, fill and cut that way.

From: mjcush

On Jan 25, 2005

My DH loved these, my picky DS loved these, the neighbors loved these, I loved these. We could not stop eating these simple but perfect treats. They are an instant family favorite-thanks so much

From: Prov Lady 25

On Dec 12, 2005

Nice recipe! I made this for gifts last Christmas, and was so pleased with them...I just searched through about 100 recipes just looking for THIS ONE!!! Strawberry, apricot, and mint jellies were my choices for color & presentation...tasty and very pretty! Thanks Karen!