Kue lidah kucing | |
| Type | Cookie |
|---|---|
| Course | Snack,dessert |
| Place of origin | Indonesia |
| Region or state | Nationwide |
Kue lidah kucing (lit. 'cat tonguekue') is a smallIndonesian biscuit (kue kering) shaped somewhat like a cat's tongue (long and flat).[1] They are sweet and crunchy. This cookie is a Dutch-influenced cookie due to the historical tie betweenIndonesia andthe Netherlands.[2] In the Netherlands, this cookie is known askattentong, and ultimately derived from Europeancat tongue biscuit.
InIndonesia, kue lidah kucing is widely known. This pastry is a special dish in some Indonesian occasion such asEid ul-Fitr,Christmas and Chinese New Year.