Lenguas De Gato (“Cat’s Tongues” Cookies)

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Tasty Lenguas De Gato Cookies Recipe

Lenguas De Gato (“Cat’s Tongues” Cookies)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	8 tablespoons butter ( plus aditional butter to grease the baking sheets )
	2/3 cup sugar
	3 egg whites
	1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
	3/4 cup flour , sifted ( plus additional flour for the baking sheets )

Nutrision Information

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Lenguas De Gato, also known as Cat's Tongues, are a traditional Filipino cookie that have a light and crispy texture similar to a biscuit. They are called Cat's Tongues because of their long and thin shape. These cookies are easy to make and only require a few basic ingredients including sugar, egg whites, butter, and flour. They are often served with coffee or tea and make for a great snack or dessert. Lenguas De Gato is perfect for those who love simple yet delicious desserts.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a baking sheet with butter.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.	Beat egg whites with a fork and gradually add to the butter mix. Add in vanilla and mix thoroughly.
4.	Add sifted flour and stir just until blended.
5.	Place mixture into a pastry bag with a medium-sized plain nozzle.
6.	Pipe strips of batter onto the greased baking sheets. Leave some space in between for spreading.
7.	Bake for 10-12 minutes or until light golden brown.
8.	Transfer cookies onto a cooling rack. Store in an airtight container.
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PROS

These cookies are very easy to prepare and bake, and require only basic ingredients.

They are delicious and make for a great snack or dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth.

CONS

These cookies are high in sugar and butter content, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They are also not suitable for those with egg allergies, as the recipe calls for egg whites.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as a treat in moderation.
The egg whites in this recipe are a good source of protein and provide essential amino acids that improve muscle strength and aid in weight management.
These cookies also contain moderate amounts of carbohydrates and provide quick energy.