Filipino Dila-Dila Mochi Dessert is a traditional Filipino treat made with chewy sweet rice flour dumplings shaped like little tongues. The soft, tender pieces are boiled until they float. Then coated with shredded coconut and sprinkled with sugar and toasted sesame seeds. Each bite offers a delightful combination of chewy texture, gentle sweetness, and nutty flavor.
Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, this nostalgic dessert is perfect for family gatherings, afternoon snacks, or sharing a taste of Filipino food traditions. If you enjoy chewy local treats, try our Sweet Potato Mochi Patties. For another traditional version, explore this Palitaw recipe from Kawaling Pinoy.
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Filipino Dila-Dila (Mochi Dessert)
In the Filipino dialect of Iilocano "Dila" means tongue. These tender, chewy morsels are made in the shape of a tongue, thus the name. Dumplings are cooked in boiling water and then lightly dusting in coconut, sugar and sesame
Ingredients
- Boiling water, as needed
- 2 c. mochiko (glutinous rice flour)
- 1/2 c. sugar
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- Pinch salt
- 3/4 c water, as needed
- 2 c. shredded coconut
- 1/2 c. sugar
- 1/2 c. sesame seeds, toasted
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat; bring water to a boil.
- In separate shallow dishes; place coconut and combination of sugar and sesame seeds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mochiko, sugar and salt.
- Slowly add enough water to make a stiff dough.
- Shape dough into 1-1 ½-inch balls.
- Flatten balls into the shape of a tongue.
- Drop several pieces of flatten dough into the boiling water.
- Dough will float when cooked through.
- Remove and place in strainer to drain.
- Cool for ease in handling.
How To Serve:
- Coat dough with coconut.
- Sprinkle with sugar and sesame seeds.
- Serves 8-10.
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