Abstract: The invention relates to a confectionery form of matrix suited to contain microcapsules for controlled release of pharmaceutically active substances, of fixed content, which is soluble in the mouth and readily swallowed without chewing, as well as the process for the preparation thereof. In a preferred embodiment, the confectionery matrix is ice cream and a confectionery formulation is prepared by mixing he microcapsules with the ice cream in a liquid phase and then solidifying the mixture. The microcapsules are coated with a water-proof substance to protect the pharmaceutically active substances from eutectic water.