Split Second Cookies Recipe

Whip up a batch of these incredibly easy Split Second Cookies in minutes! This recipe, inspired by a treasured Toh insert, yields 40-50 delicious cookies perfect for any occasion. Simply form the dough into logs, bake, fill with your favorite jam, and slice – it's that easy! Get ready for a burst of jammy goodness in every bite.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 60.6 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Split Second Cookies

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How to Make Split Second Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, shape each portion into a 12-inch long and ¾-inch thick log.
  8. Place logs 4 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
  9. Using your finger, make a ½-inch deep depression down the center of each log.
  10. Fill the depressions with your favorite jam.
  11. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  12. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes.
  13. Using a sharp knife, cut the logs diagonally into ¾-inch slices.
  14. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

8g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Split Second Cookies?

Split Second Cookies takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Split Second Cookies?

Split Second Cookies has approximately 60.6 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Split Second Cookies?

The key ingredients for Split Second Cookies are Butter, Sugar, Egg, Vanilla Extract, All Purpose Flour, Baking Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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