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Step 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Set aside.
Step 2
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter for 1 minute on medium speed. Add 1/2 cup of the granulated sugar and brown sugar and mix until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula, as necessary. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
Step 3
Add the dry ingredients and mix on low until just combined.
Step 4
Roll the dough into balls, about 1 1/2 teaspoons per cookie. Place the remaining 1/2 cup sugar in a small bowl. Roll the balls in the sugar until well coated.
Step 5
Place on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper or a Silpat baking mat, you may need 2 sheets.
Step 6
Use the rounded back of a teaspoon or your thumb to gently press an indentation in the center each cookie dough ball. Transfer the baking sheet to the freezer and chill for 30 minutes.
Step 7
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 8
Fill a small zipper-lock bag with the jam. Use scissors to snip a small corner off the bag. Carefully fill each indentation with about a 1/2 teaspoon of jam. Don't over fill or the jam will ooze out in the oven. Less is best!
Step 9
Make sure the cookies are 2-inches apart on the baking sheets. Bake one pan at a time, for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are light golden brown.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet. Enjoy!