Langues de Chat

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 11

Crispy, buttery and chocolatey recipe of Langues de Chat biscuits

by The Chefin Biscuits

Prep

15 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

27 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

142

Sugar

10g

Fat

10g

Langues de Chat, also known as Cat's Tongue cookies, are a French delight that have been enjoyed since the 17th century. These long, thin biscuits are light and crispy with a buttery, vanilla flavor, and a touch of chocolate. They are typically served alongside tea or coffee or as a sweet snack on their own. Langues de Chat biscuits are easy to make and perfect for a cozy afternoon at home or for sharing with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2.	In a large bowl, beat the butter and 1/2 cup of sugar together until light and creamy.
3.	In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and 2 tablespoons of sugar together until stiff peaks form.
4.	Add the vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
5.	Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
6.	Gently fold in the egg whites until the mixture is smooth.
7.	Transfer the mixture to a piping bag fitted with a 1/2-inch round tip.
8.	Pipe the mixture into long, thin strips, about 2 inches long and 1/2 inch wide, onto the prepared baking sheet.
9.	Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
10.	Allow the biscuits to cool completely before dipping the ends into the melted chocolate.
11.	Place the biscuits on a wire rack to allow the chocolate to harden.

PROS

These biscuits are light and crispy with a buttery, vanilla flavor, and a touch of chocolate.

They are great for dipping in tea or coffee, or as a sweet treat on their own.

CONS

The biscuits are high in fat and sugar and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Langues de Chat biscuits contain little to no nutritional value and should be enjoyed in moderation as a treat.
However, the vanilla extract in this recipe has been shown to contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may have health benefits.

	9 tablespoons butter , softened
	1/2 cup white sugar
	2 tablespoons white sugar
	3 egg whites
	1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
	1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
	6 squares semisweet chocolate , melted