Name: Christmas delicate ovals sandwiched with jam
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 20
Ingredients: 200 g corn starch; 1 package vanilla pudding (powder); 200 g all-purpose flour; 200 g Hera (or butter), softened; 150 g powdered sugar; 1 package baking powder; 1 egg yolk; 3 tablespoons sour cream; finely grated zest of 1 lemon (use only part to taste); good-quality jam (ideally apricot or currant); chocolate for coating; ground walnuts (for sprinkling)

Preparation procedure

Mix the dough To a bowl sift the starch, pudding powder and all-purpose flour, add the powdered sugar, baking powder, egg yolk, softened Hera/butter, sour cream and a little lemon zest. Quickly work into a smooth dough. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 12 hours (ideally overnight).
Roll out and cut Let the dough rest for a few minutes to soften, roll out on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 3–4 mm. Cut out ovals and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Short baking Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C for about 6–8 minutes until the edges are lightly browned. Don't overbake, the ovals will dry out unnecessarily. Let cool on a rack.
Assembling with jam Pair up the cold ovals and sandwich with a thin layer of jam. Let them sit a while so the filling 'sets'.
Decorating with chocolate and nuts Melt the chocolate in a double boiler (for shine you can add a teaspoon of oil). Partially dip the ovals or drizzle strips. Sprinkle with ground nuts. The nuts adhere well if you first brush the surface with a little jam or syrup from the compote.

Preparation time and number of servings

Total time: approx. 13 hours (of which hands-on 40 minutes + dough chilling min. 12 hours + baking and finishing 40–60 minutes)
Number of pieces: approximately 40–50 ovals (depending on cutter size)

Tips for success

Chill the dough long enough – it will be easier to roll out and more tender.
Bake briefly – a light golden color is the key to delicacy.
Store in a sealed container in a cool place; after 1–2 days of resting they taste even better.

Conclusion

Christmas delicate ovals sandwiched with jam are an elegant confection that captivates with a delicate, crumbly texture and a clean vanilla-lemon aroma. Thanks to the corn starch and pudding, the dough literally melts in the mouth. Make them ahead — they benefit from resting — and enjoy a classic that never fails on the holiday table.

Christmas delicate ovals sandwiched with jam recept

For 20 portions

Ingredients

For assembling and finishing:

Preparation procedure

Preparation time and number of servings

Tips for success

Conclusion

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