Preparation Steps

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, cream together the butter and raw sugar until light and fluffy.
• Add in the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
• Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, mixing until just incorporated.
• Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in raw sugar to coat.
• Place balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets; press a thumbprint into the center of each.
• Fill each indentation with 1/2 teaspoon of jam.
• Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are set and lightly golden, about 12-15 minutes.
• Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.