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1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Whisk the flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl.

3. 3

   Beat the butter, granulated sugar and vanilla in a large bowl with a mixer until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Add half of the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, then mix in the remaining dry ingredients.

5. 5

   Knead a few times by hand to bring the dough together.

6. 6

   Roll teaspoonfuls of dough into balls and place about 1/2 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.

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   Make an indentation in the center of each ball with a small measuring spoon or the back of a pen.

8. 8

   Fill each indentation with jam (a scant 1/8 teaspoon).

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   Bake until the edges of the cookies are golden, 15 to 20 minutes.

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    Let cool 2 minutes on the baking sheets, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

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    Dust with confectioners' sugar, if desired.

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    Store in an airtight container up to 1 week.

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    Photograph by Steve Giralt

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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