HOW TO MAKE OVIS MOLLIS: shortbread with a cherry heart

The Ovis Mollis cookies with cherry jam are special shortbreads, crumbly like a cloud thanks to the use of hard-boiled yolks in the dough.
Their unique melt-in-the-mouth texture pairs perfectly with the sweet and slightly tart heart of cherry preserves.
An elegant recipe, easy to make and perfect for accompanying a cup of tea, for a homemade gift, or simply to pamper yourself a bit.

Ovis Mollis cookies are little jewels of homemade pastry: crumbly, delicate, and pleasing to the eye.
Perfect to prepare in advance, they keep well and are also ideal as a delectable homemade gift. 📌 Save the recipe now and tell me in the comments: which jam will you use next time?

  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Cost: Very economical
  • Preparation time: 30 Minutes
  • Portions: 30 Pieces
  • Cooking methods: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All seasons

Ingredients

  • 2 cups ovis mollis shortcrust pastry
  • cherry jam
  • powdered sugar

Tools

  • Stand mixer
  • Plastic wrap
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking tray

Steps

  • The first thing to do is prepare the shortcrust pastry dough, as per recipe, wrap it with plastic wrap and let it rest in the fridge for about 30 minutes.

  • After the resting time, proceed by making small balls and placing them on the baking tray covered with parchment paper.

  • Make holes in the center of each cookie. I used a champagne cork.

  • Bake at 356°F (180°C) for about 20 minutes. They should remain pale and not too cooked.

  • Fill the cookies with cherry jam.

  • If you wish, dust with powdered sugar.

💡 RECIPE VARIATIONS

•⁠ ⁠With apricot or raspberry jam for a more fruity or slightly tart taste.
•⁠ ⁠With hazelnut or chocolate cream for the more indulgent.
•⁠ ⁠With almond or hazelnut flour for an even more aromatic dough.
•⁠ ⁠Gluten-free: use rice flour + potato starch for a light and crumbly version.
•⁠ ⁠Savory Ovis Mollis (with creamy cheese and spices): creative variation for buffets!

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