If going through WWII means we get to live on sweet potatoes every day, so be it. Okay, not really. But, you get our point- we can’t get enough of this delicious root vegetable, which comes in all kinds of shapes and colours.

Not to mention, they’re actually really healthy as well. Brimming with fibre, antioxidants and Vitamin A, these superfoods are great for your body. But, we’re going to ditch the health talk for now because that’s not what we’re about today.

As their name suggests, sweet potatoes are basically a godsent vegetable for the sweet-toothed. They absolutely thrive in the realm of desserts. So, for all the ‘han tze’ lovers, we’ve rounded up 10 spots in Singapore that turn sweet potatoes into wondrous mouthwatering treats!

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BEAST & BUTTERFLIES – SWEET POTATO MONT BLANC

As their name suggests, this restaurant enthroned within M Social Singapore is founded upon the concept of oxymorons. Their interior is dressed in an eclectic outfit, replete with whimsical furnishings and embellishments.

Expect no less from their menu, which features East-meets-West fusion creations. Their Sweet Potato Mont Blanc is a case in point – a collision of Asian flavours with French intricacy. The dainty dessert encloses buttery sponge cake and coconut gelato seated atop a crumbly biscuit base.

90 Robertson Quay, M Social Singapore, Level 1
Singapore 238259
Tel: +65 6657 0018
Mon to Fri: 7am – 10am, 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Sat to Sun: 7am – 10.30am, 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Fort Canning

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CAFÉ & MEAL MUJI – SWEET PURPLE POTATO & CHESTNUT ROLL

If you’re going down to Muji to get some house supplies or stationery, why not swing by their in-house cafe? Café & Meal Muji dishes out an array of hot and cold deli, amongst other mains, small bites and desserts.

All eyes are on their Sweet Purple Potato & Chestnut Roll (S$7.90), one of their more popular pastries. This Swiss cake roll is clogged with smooth cream and soft chestnuts, then topped with ribbons of sweet potato paste.

68 Orchard Road, Plaza Singapura, MUJI Plaza, #01-10 to 17
Singapore 238839
Tel: +65 6264 5838
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

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CHÂTERAISÉ – SWEET POTATO & PUMPKIN SOUFFLÉ CHEESECAKE

Housing throngs of Japanese treats and cakes, Châteraisé makes sure that no one who enters leaves empty-handed.

Their Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Souffle Cheesecake is as wondrous as it sounds. An airy matrimony of candied pumpkin and fresh cream, the cake is blanketed in Naruto Kintoki sweet potato cream. Candied Naruto Kintoki sweet potato pieces and chocolate seal the deal.

2 Orchard Turn, ION Orchard, #B4-45/46
Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 6509 0919
Daily: 10.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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GUMA GUMA – SWEET POTATO

For those who appreciate sweet potato in its au naturel form, Guma Guma was made for you. This takeaway kiosk at the basement of VivoCity is run by a Korean ahjussi, Mr Hwang, and his wife, Eun Hee.

Their honey sweet potatoes are imported straight from Korea, and are endowed with natural sugars that slowly caramelise as they bake in the oven. Some say it’s just as good or even better than Don Don Don Ki’s famed sweet potatoes.

1 HarbourFront Walk, VivoCity, #B2-K12
Singapore 098585
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Harbourfront

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HVALA – SWEET POTATO CAKE

Whenever we’re feeling a little too wound up about life, Hvala is one of our go-to remedies. This charming teahouse is drenched in serenity and transports us straight to Japan with one sip of their hot brews.

Aside from their tea selection, they have an impressive line-up of desserts. One of them is the Sweet Potato Cake (S$7.80), which sees purple sweet potato-infused sponge cake layered with luscious cream jammed with yellow sweet potato cubes.

30 Victoria St, #01-04, CHIJMES
Singapore 187996
Daily: 11am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

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JUNE BAKERY – SWEET POTATO MOCHI

One wouldn’t expect much of a crowd at The Plaza, a shady-looking centre a stone’s throw from Bugis — let alone in its basement. But that’s exactly what you’ll find within the perimeters of June Bakery, an old-school family-run bakery.

When it comes to this under-the-radar gem, it’s fastest fingers first. Their Sweet Potato Mochi stuffed with creamy yam paste and rolled in ground peanuts sounds like an absolute dream. And it is, which is why these sell out within an hour or so.

7500A Beach Rd
Singapore 199591
Tel: +65 9731 3002
Mon to Fri: 7am – 2.30pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

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KUEH HO JIAK – SWEET POTATO ONDEH ONDEH

Ang Ku Kueh is traditionally made with glutinous rice flour and colouring. But, Kueh Ho Jiak is turning heads with their gorgeous renditions made with sweet potato-infused skin.

If there was ever an ang ku kueh beauty pageant, Kueh Ho Jiak would win Miss Universe, hands down. You’ll find a wide range of intricately shaped kuehs at this stall, stuffed with varying flavours such as durian, red bean and yam.

They also have sweet potato ondeh ondeh, which promises a burst-in-your-mouth sensation.

6 Tanjong Pagar Plaza, #02-20
Singapore 081006
Tel: +65 8750 9271
Mon to Sat: 7.30am – 2pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

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THE WORKBENCH BISTRO – PURPLE SWEET POTATO WAFFLES

Nope, your eyes aren’t playing tricks on you. You’re looking at purple sweet potato waffles. And yes, they taste as good as they sound. Pair them with fried chicken for that classic fried-chicken-and-waffle combo or with ice cream for a sweet ending to your meal.

For something a little lighter, their Sweet Potato Latte is also a crowd favourite.

332 Ang Mo Kio Ave 1, #01-1881
Singapore 560332
Tel: +65 6452 0810
Mon to Thurs: 12pm – 10pm
Fri: 12 – 11pm
Sat: 10am – 11pm
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Ang Mo Kio

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TWO HANA – SWEET POTATO SOY LATTE

Bibimbap has never looked more rad than at Two Hana, a fusion Korean restaurant in Century Square. This casual eating place dishes out playful dishes such as Fried Chicken Bap and Braised Beef Green Laksa.

Their beverage menu isn’t any less impressive. Lactose intolerant customers can indulge in their Iced Sweet Potato Soy Latte (S$6/regular, S$7/large), which entails a delicious blend of sweet potato puree and soy milk.

2 Tampines Central 5, Century Square, #01-21
Singapore 529509
Tel: +65 6260 4321
Sun to Thurs: 11am – 10pm
Fri to Sat: 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Tampines

WHISKIT BAKERY & CAFE – SWEET POTATO MONT BLANC

With their opulent pastries and cakes at affordable price points, it’s a real mystery why this quiet patisserie isn’t getting way more attention. Run by a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef, Whiskit Bakery & Cafe does some really intriguing desserts.

Besides a handful of mainstays, their dessert menu works on a rotational basis. So, if you see their Sweet Potato Mont Blanc on display that day, you’d better get it. The strings of purple sweet potato paste hide a blueberry-infused filling, making for a strangely harmonious pairing.

533 Upper Cross St, Hong Lim Complex, #01-33
Singapore 050533
Tel: +65 9366 6136
Mon to Sat: 11am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Chinatown

In this day and age, when we think of desserts, visuals of over-the-top milkshakes and soufflé pancakes spring to mind. Yet, we often forget that long before our Insta-worthy confections became the next “it” thing in Singapore, old-school desserts were what we sought comfort in.

It is only right we pay tribute to our classic novelty local desserts: think Ice Kachang, Chendol and Cheng Tng! Not only do they evoke a sense of nostalgia in us, they are still the best treats to counter Singapore’s unrelenting heat.

Here is an ode to 15 Nostalgic Desserts in Singapore — and where to find them — that will leave you with a sweet taste of tradition and take you down memory lane.

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#1 SWEET GLUTINOUS RICE BALLS 

An old-school Chinese dessert well-loved among Singaporeans is none other than Sweet Glutinous Rice Balls, also fondly known as Tang Yuan. Made from glutinous rice flour, these gooey bite-sized dumplings house thick, creamy fillings that are guaranteed to be bursting with flavours in your mouth.

They come in a myriad of different fillings you can choose from, such as peanut, sesame and red bean. Tang Yuans are also doused in various soups depending on your choice. You can also choose to have them together with your traditional paste desserts!

75 Ah Balling Peanut Soup
Golden Mile Food Centre
505 Beach Rd, #01-75
Singapore 199583
Mon to Fri: 11am – 8:30pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 8:30pm
Nearest Station: Nicoll Highway

** Multiple outlets islandwide.

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#2 BLACK SESAME PASTE

One of our traditional staple treats is Black Sesame Paste. The reason behind this paste’s ever-growing popularity stems from a commonplace saying among the elderly that this dessert comes with a multitude of health benefits, such as preventing wrinkles and having blacker, healthier hair.

Made from ground roasted black sesame seeds, this traditional Cantonese treat is perfect for those who prefer less-sweet desserts. Leaning towards the savoury side, the viscous paste embodies hints of smokiness from the roasted seeds and comes in a smooth, slightly grainy consistency.

Ah Chew Desserts
Liang Seah Place Singapore
1 Liang Seah Street, #01-10/11
Singapore 189032
Tel: +65 6339 8198
Mon to Thurs: 12:30pm – 12am
Fri: 12:30am – 1am
Sat: 1:30pm – 1am
Sun: 1:30pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Bugis

** Multiple outlets islandwide.

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#3 PEANUT MIN JIANG KUEH

Min Jiang Kueh is a dessert that has gradually evolved over the years, stemming from a once-traditional treat to now a local snack with modernised variations and flavours. The turnover pancake used to only contain coconut shavings, but we can now find it sandwiched with different chunky fillings such as ground peanuts and red bean paste.

You may also find certain Min Jiang Kueh stalls offering creative options for fillings, such as Nutella, green tea, to even savoury alternatives such as chicken floss and ham! Recognised for its moist and fluffy texture, Min Jiang Kueh is also a great grab-and-go breakfast alternative.

Granny’s Pancake
Ghim Moh Market & Food Centre
20 Ghim Moh Rd, #01-52
Singapore 270020
Daily: 5:30am – 4pm
Nearest Station: Buona Vista

** Multiple outlets islandwide.

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#4 HOT BEANCURD

When it comes to “tao huey”, our minds undoubtedly turn to Rochor Beancurd House, a humble stall that has been churning out both hot and cold soybean curd for the past 50 years. The soy pudding is simply made from coagulated soy milk, curdled to delicate perfection to ensure a smooth, soft texture.

It is best paired together with a few doughy sticks of dough fritters, or even deep-fried Red Bean Buns! Snag a cup of Grass Jelly, and you will get to experience the true traditional way of enjoying bean curd.

Rochor Beancurd House
232 Upper Thomson Road
Singapore 574363
Tel: +65 8288 7020
Daily: 12.30pm – 2am
Nearest Station: Marymount

** Multiple outlets islandwide.

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#5 COCONUT PUTU PIRING

Every Singaporean kid has definitely grown up eating “Kueh Tutu”: rice flour cakes moulded in the shape of a flower. Putu Piring, the lesser-known variant, sports a disc shape and is the Malay version of those favoured treats. They are often filled with gula melaka or shredded coconut and was one of those old-school snacks sold at pasar malams or via pushcarts.

Putu Piring is now a traditional delicacy that reminds us of our past culture and heritage. Made by hand, this dessert is carefully crafted to ensure there is a right balance of rice flour and brown sugar used to bring out its true cultural taste.

Traditional Haig Road Putu Piring
Haig Road Food Centre
14 Haig Road, #01-07
Singapore 430014
Daily: 11:00am – 10:00pm
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar/Eunos

** Multiple outlets islandwide.

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#6 SUGEE CAKE

Sugee cake is a treat that will definitely bring you back to memory lane. The original sweet semolina pastry is inspired by both Western and Middle Eastern cuisine, with the local variant improvising off by using creamy butter, whipped eggs, and occasionally using a dash of brandy.

It is then toasted to get strong, nutty notes with a tinge of sweetness. A great pastime snack for kids to munch on, the cake is also extremely fluffy and light on the palate.

Mary’s Kafe 
BS Bendemeer Centre
20 Bendemeer Rd
Singapore 339914
Tel: +65 9852 0348
Mon to Fri: 8am – 5pm
(Closed on Sat & Sun)
Nearest Station: Bendemeer

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#7 CHENG TNG

Home to an enclave of famous hawker stalls, Bedok will be your next favourite spot if are looking to feast on dishes and desserts from your childhood. Featuring Cheng Tng: this clear bowl of soup is with a medley of fresh, natural ingredients such as dried longan, white fungus, gingko nuts and so on, and is the perfect way to beat the heat.

Sold in the olden day by coolies, this dessert surely brings back memories from the past. If you are looking for a refreshing perk-me-up, this is the dessert to go for!

Ye Lai Xiang Cheng Tng
1 Bedok Rd, Stall #31
Singapore 469572
Daily: 12pm – 8pm
Nearest Station: Tanah Merah

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#8 CHENDOL

You can’t call yourself a Singaporean if you have never had Chendol! This evergreen traditional dessert has been branded as Singapore’s top local dessert, boasting a mound of ice topped with pandan jelly coated in coconut milk and an abundant serving of chendol jelly worms. Throw in some red kidney beans and gula melaka sauce and the sweet treat is complete.

The best way to have Chendol? Order it on a warm day and get it the no-frills traditional way without any extra dollop of ice cream nor attap seeds.

Old Amoy Chendol
Chinatown Complex Food Centre
335 Smith St, #02-008
Singapore 050335
Tel: +65 8748 7590
Daily: 10:30am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Chinatown

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#9 BO BO CHA CHA

Looking for a dessert that is not only delightful in taste and decks a colourful, eye-catching appearance? BoBo ChaCha should be the next sweet treat you should go for! A Nyonya dessert that contains a medley of ingredients such as sweet potatoes, yam and tapioca jelly doused in sweet coconut milk, you can choose to have it hot or cold.

The dish is fragrant from the use from fresh coconut milk and pandan leaves, while the different jellies and potatoes add a dash of colour contrast to the dessert. Slurp on the creamy, thick soup and get a taste of this authentic local delight!

115 Tang Shui
Chinatown Complex Food Centre
335 Smith St, #02-206
Singapore 050335
Tel: +65 9641 9140
Wed to Sun & Mon: 7:30am – 5:30pm
(Closed on Tues)
Nearest Station: Chinatown

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#10 GRASS JELLY

A gem commonly found in all hawker centres, Chin Chow, also known as Grass Jelly, is one of those desserts that truly embodies our Singaporean culture. Served in either a drink or bowl, it is a refreshing jelly-like treat with a mild flavour that we locals often make a beeline for on a hot day.

This dessert base is not overwhelmingly sweet nor syrupy, and the herbal jelly is smooth and gelatinous. You can also customise your bowl by adding in toppings such as nata de coco, or sea coconut!

Zhao An Granny Grass Jelly
Golden Mile Food Centre
505 Beach Rd, #01-58
Singapore 199583
Tel: +65 9146 7313
Daily: 11:30am – 6:30pm
Nearest Station: Nicoll Highway

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#11 MUNG BEANS 

Mung Beans Soup, also known as “Tau Suan”, is a perfect sweet and savoury dessert that Singaporeans turn to for breakfast. Accompanied with crispy sliced dough fritters, each spoonful is chock full of well-steamed split mung beans.

The soup base itself also has a full-bodied, creamy consistency that goes impeccably well with its doughy topping; the savoury fried pieces complements the sweet and sticky soup. You can even request for as many dough fritters as you like!

Le Chasseur
Eunos Industrial Estate
27 Eunos Road 2, #01-101
Singapore 409387
Tel: +65 6337 7677
Daily: 11:30am – 3pm, 5:30pm – 10:30pm
Nearest Station: Eunos

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#12 MANGO SAGO

Mango Sago is an adaptation of a traditional Hong Kong dessert containing bits of pomelo, sago and mango. This is a lighter variant of its cousin, mango pudding, and makes an easy post-meal indulgence.

Popular in Singapore for its cold, refreshing texture, this is now a perennial-favourite amongst families and has become a treat that parents often order for their kids.

DessertStory
Hougang Mall
90 Hougang Ave 10, #02-13
Singapore 538766
Tel: +65 6387 6620
Daily: 10:30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Hougang

** Multiple outlets islandwide.

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#13 YAM PASTE WITH GINGKO NUTS

Judge a dessert not by its appearance as this deceptively simple dessert, Yam Paste with Gingko Nuts requires a few painstaking hours in the kitchen to prepare. A ubiquitous Teochew treat, it is best made by hand to ensure a thick and buttery consistency.

Mashed or blended to form a thick paste, it is then garnished with steamed pumpkin puree and boiled gingko nuts. Despite being known to be served during special affairs, you can still expect to find this savoury treat at our local hawker stalls.

White Restaurant
Fountain Court Suntec City
3 Temasek Blvd, #B1-131
Singapore 038983
Tel: +65 6255 2002
Daily: 11am – 9:30pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade/Promenade

** Multiple outlets islandwide.

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#14 ICE KACHANG

Indulge in an addictive, thirst-quenching dessert known as Ice Kachang. Affectionately coined as “ABC”, locals have come up with their own acronym for “ais batu campur”, also known as mixed shaved ice.

Pop by any hawker stall and satisfy your sweet fix with a towering, colourful heap of shaved ice drizzled with gula melaka and syrup! It is then scattered with sweet corn, kidney red beans, attap seeds and sweetened milk.

Ice Shop

Food Opera @ION Orchard
2 Orchard Turn #B4-03/04
Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 6509 9198
Daily: 10am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

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#15 RED BEAN SOUP

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If you are looking for an age-old dessert, opt for a good ol’ bowl of sweet red bean soup. This classic homemade dessert consists of red beans that are well-boiled in a translucent, slightly watery soup, complementing the light soup base with its natural sweetness.

Though our current artisanal versions of this dessert render a thicker, luscious red bean paste, a stark difference with our traditional red bean soup, nothing beats having it the old-school way!

House of Dessert

Tampines Round Market & Food Centre
137 Tampines Street 11, #01-02
Singapore 521137
Tue & Wed, Fri to Sun: 6am – 3pm
(Closed on Mon & Thurs)
Nearest Station: Simei

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Home to the famed Ponggol Nasi Lemak and Lola’s Cafe, Kovan is easily one of Singapore’s most underrated foodie gems. As if we needed any more reason to visit Kovan, this food haven has a new prized addition to their collection of treasured eateries.

North-east siders now have one more option when they’re hunting down a sweet fix after dinner. Meet Sweet Thoughts by M.O.D.

Taking the form of an Asian dessert cafe, Sweet Thoughts by M.O.D. is a new venture by Chef Francis Wong (previously the Chef Entrepreneur of the popular Non Entrée Desserts) has 12 years of experience in creating novelty ice cream and frozen desserts up his sleeves.

Correction on 17 Mar 2020: Chef Francis Wong, previously the Chef Entrepreneur of the popular Non Entrée Desserts, has joined Sweet Thoughts by M.O.D. However, this is not a new concept by Non Entrée Desserts.

While Non Entrée’s signature bak chor mee and nasi lemak desserts aren’t making an appearance in Sweet Thought’s menu, you can still expect the same level of craftsmanship in their creations.

Their menu features a wide selection of flavoured shaved ice and steamed puddings, some with an inventive local twist. Think delectable flavours such as Matcha and Kaya Toast. Yes, you read that right.

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Their Kaya Toast Steamed Pudding (S$5.50) is topped with pandan sago, gula melaka bubbles and served with crispy toast.

As for their shaved ice selection, we couldn’t be more thrilled to see flavours such as Taro, Houjicha and the majestic Mao Shan Wang. The best part? Each flavour is thoughtfully paired with curated toppings to create the most satisfying indulgence.

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Their Black Sesame Shaved Ice (S$6.90) sees a mountain of nutty shaved ice loaded with adzuki red beans, peanut muah chee and brown sugar jelly. It’s the absolute dream for sugar junkies with an Asian palate.

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This dessert joint shares its space with Lim Chui, a beverage concept owned by the same people, and Tie Fun Wan, a Taiwanese-inspired cafe serving fusion rice bowls. So if you’re looking for savoury grub to fill you up first, you’ve hit the jackpot with this one.

You might want to plan a trip there soon before fans of Chef Francis Wong bombard this space.

Sweet Thoughts by M.O.D
50 Hougang Ave 1, JForté Sportainment Centre, #01-00
Singapore 538885
Tel: +65 9389 1276
Tues to Sun: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Kovan

Brownies are irresistible chocolate squares that will win bae’s heart over with its indulgent, chocolatey goodness. Said decadent treats come in an assortment of flavours and textures — fudgy, dense or crisp — and will light a smile on your faces upon the first bite.

Here are the best brownie spots in Singapore that dish out addictive, fudging good brownies.

BUNDT BY THE BACKYARD BAKERS

Join the hype — and queue — for BUNDT by The Backyard Bakers! Located a stone throw’s away from Clarke Quay MRT, this acclaimed takeaway kiosk doles out the likes of jet-black, fudgy brownies, blondies and speciality cold brews. They also switch up their menu daily, offering a different baked surprise each time.

Skyrocketing to success for their toothsome brownies, these treats come in a variety of mouthwatering flavours such as Nutella Hazelnut and Crunchy Peanut Butter. Dark chocolate lovers will also be pleased to know BUNDT serves mean dark chocolate brownies as well.

BUNDT by The Backyard Bakers
2 Havelock Rd
Havelock II, #01-22
Singapore 059763
Mon to Fri: 7:30am – 4:30pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 3pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay/Chinatown

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TIONG BAHRU BAKERY DINER 

Satisfy bae’s brownie fix here at Tiong Bahru Bakery Diner. Boasting a stellar line up of French pastries, savouries and a cosy ambience, this prominent diner makes for a perfect casual spot to share a post-meal dessert with your date.

Their brownie flavours change from time to time, but we would recommend their signature Chocolate Brownie. A classic, it is lightly sprinkled with sea salt and topped with crunchy walnuts and pecans. The treat has a crisp exterior and moist middle; each bite is also chock full of luscious chocolate flavour.

Tiong Bahru Bakery Diner
Raffles City Shopping Centre
252 North Bridge Rd, #B1-11
Singapore 179103
Tel: +65 6333 4160
Daily: 8am – 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall
** Multiple outlets islandwide.

TOLIDO’S ESPRESSO NOOK

Tolido’s Espresso Nook is a humble cafe at Crawford Lane which dishes out comfort cafe fare and all-day breakfast items at affordable prices (most dishes are priced under S$20). Think Scrambled Eggs with Norwegian Smoked Salmon, Rösti and Prawn Laksa Pasta.

They have recently launched a new Homemade Fudgy Brownies topped with sea salt which is going for S$7/slice! The brownie may look unassuming, but it is one of the better brownies that we’ve had in Singapore.

462 Crawford Ln, #01-63, Singapore 190462
Tel: 6648 0178
Mon to Fri (except Tue): 8am – 4pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Bugis/Lavender

SHUBBY SWEETS

Get addicted to sweet indulgence at Muslim-owned dessert shop, Shubby Sweets. Upon stepping into their small bakery, you will be awed by their tantalising array of bite-sized brownies and choux. Perfect as gifts, the handcrafted brownies are sold in a box of five at S$7.50. Customers can also take their pick from the six different flavours available.

Our favourite out of the lot was their Speculoos Biscoff Blondie. It was generously scattered with crushed Biscoff biscuits and had an aromatic, nutty flavour. Leaning towards a cookie-like texture, the blondie was crumbly with just the right amount of sweetness.

Shubby Sweets
42 Chai Chee St, #01-68
Singapore 461042
Tel: +65 8419 9614
Wed to Sun: 12:30pm – 8pm
(Closed on Mon & Tues)
Nearest Station: Bedok

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P.Osh

Looking for sinfully good and affordable brownies? P.Osh is a popular brownie shop which is known for their wallet-friendly brownies and cakes. You will be spoilt for choice with their extensive choice of brownies — think over-the-top treats studded with M&M’s, fruit loops and cream.

Only available in their standard chocolate flavour, the goodie is laced with rich, thick streaks of chocolate fudge before it is topped with an assortment of designs. Boyfriends take note: you can also pre-order and customise your brownies to surprise bae!

P.Osh
9 Yio Chu Kang Road
Space @ Kovan, #01-41
Singapore 545523
Tel: +65 9007 0014
Mon to Sat: 10am – 8pm
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Kovan
** Multiple outlets islandwide.

AWFULLY CHOCOLATE

Indulge your cocoa cravings with Awfully Chocolate’s signature Salted Butterscotch Brownie! The gourmet treat is made from a moreish, opulent combination of their famed artisanal chocolate and salted butterscotch. Beautifully presented in a sleek box, the dessert is well-packaged and exudes a classy vibe.

Baked in thick layers of chocolate brownie and butterscotch batter, the middle is sprinkled with natural sea salt, resulting in a full-bodied treat with a perfect balance of sweet and salty nuances. The brownie is also incredibly moist with a cake-like texture.

Awfully Chocolate
Raffles City Shopping Centre
252 North Bridge Rd, #B1-52
Singapore 179103
Tel: +65 6338 3527
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall
** Multiple outlets islandwide.

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PLAIN VANILLA

Sticking to traditional recipes and serving pastries of familiar, nostalgic flavours, Plain Vanilla serves up good ol’ pastries that will surely remind you of your grandmother’s baking. Savour their Peanut Butter Chocolate Brownie, a thick slab of dark chocolate made from dark chocolate chunks and coated with a peanut butter frosting.

Their chewy brownie sent us to sweet paradise; the peanut butter frosting was soft and creamy, melding extremely well with the dense and fluffy brownie base. The brownie was reminiscent of a cake and had a harmonious blend of sweet nuttiness.

Plain Vanilla Bakery
ION Orchard, IN GOOD COMPANY Concept Store
2 Orchard Turn, #B1-06
Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 8299 9422
Mon to Thurs: 11am – 7pm
Fri to Sun: 10am – 7:30pm
Nearest Station: Orchard
** Multiple outlets islandwide.

Easties, rejoice! We have a Muslim-owned neighbourhood bakery to introduce to you, and it is Shubby Sweets. Nestled in the quaint Chai Chee estate a mere stone throw’s away from Bedok MRT, this halal bakery doles out handcrafted artisanal bakes including the likes of brownies, blondies, cakes, and choux.

A successful homegrown business, Shubby Sweets have become the go-to takeaway spot for residents in the area to curb their sweet cravings. The folks behind this bakery also pride themselves on creating bite-sized goodies in small batches to achieve utmost quality and consistency.

Expect a different menu each week — you are in for a sweet treat each time you pop by.

Step in and you will be greeted by the aroma of butter and tantalising display of baked desserts. Be spoiled for choice with their selection of brownies; there are six different flavours to choose from. Do note that their brownies and blondies are not sold à la carte and you have to get them in a box of five at S$7.50.

We went for the Magic Fudgy Brownie, Red Velvet Brownie, and Sticky Chewy Brownie. Their treats come in a luscious, buttery base reminiscent of a cake. We also appreciated how each brownie had a different flavoured base such as red velvet or chocolate, allowing for a change in taste.

Out of the trio, our favourite was the Sticky Chewy Brownie. The dessert had a thick chocolate chunk atop a decadent, creamy chocolate base. Each bite was chock full of melted chocolate — true to its name, the middle of the brownie was laced with rich chocolate and had a gooey, slightly chewy consistency.

We also opted for two of their blondies: Speculoos Biscoff Blondie and Nutella Blondie. The Speculoos Biscoff Blondie had a crumbly, biscuit-like texture with a soft middle that oozed nutty, caramelised flavour.

The Nutella Blondie was a tad bit disappointing. There was no distinct hazelnut flavour and we could not taste the Nutella at all. We suggest skipping this flavour.

The star of the show, however, was the Lemon Loaf (S$3). The cake was incredibly moist and fluffy and flavoured with aromatic lemon essence. We could also taste a slight bitterness, balancing out the treat’s tart sweetness. The crust was also well-toasted, adding a crisp textural contrast to the soft cake.

If you are looking for a sweet pick-me-up, head to Shubby Sweets!

Shubby Sweets
42 Chai Chee St, #01-68
Singapore 46042
Tel: +65 8419 9614
Wed to Sun: 12:30pm – 8:00pm
(Closed on Mon & Tues)
Nearest Station: Bedok 

Jiggly, airy and soft, soufflé pancakes are one of the most legendary hybrids in the history of desserts. It doesn’t matter if you can barely stand after your meal — you’ll always have space for this lightweight indulgence.

Singapore has seen many cafes serving up these cloud-soft pancakes. People just can’t seem to get enough of them. But, just when you thought you’ve seen them all, another cafe strikes again. 19 Tea, a popular chain in South Korea known for its soufflé pancakes and tea has opened at Our Tampines Hub.

Their souffle pancakes are some of the most wallet-friendly ones we’ve seen — any one of them will set you back at less than $5!

19 Tea is a dainty little cafe offering a range of soufflé pancakes and milk tea drinks. Their interior is dressed in vibrant pinks and minimalistic touches, providing customers with a youthful, bright atmosphere.

We tried the signature Soufflé Pancakes in three flavours — Original (S$3.90), Matcha (S$4.20) and Tiramisu (S$4.20).

The Original Pancake was slathered in thick, milky cream and finished with a strawberry garnish that could have been a little bigger. The pancake itself was light and airy, but the cream sauce was a little too sweet for us.

Their matcha rendition was underwhelming, with the only thing setting it apart from the Original being a sprinkle of matcha powder atop. It would have been even better if the matcha powder was incorporated into the pancake batter itself.

As for their Tiramisu Pancake, there was nothing distinctively “tiramisu” about it, apart from the cocoa powder dusting. Nevertheless, it was still pretty delicious.

Of course, we couldn’t leave without getting one of their milk teas. We ordered their Signature Milk Tea (S$5.10), a classic brown sugar boba milk tea. Sadly, it missed the mark. The milk tea was too thin and the pearls were too dense.

Overall, we can’t see ourselves making a trip to Tampines just for 19Tea. But, if you’re looking for an aesthetic backdrop for an Instagrammable photo, this is the place to hit up.

1 Tampines Walk, Tampines Hub, #01-82
Singapore 528523
Sun – Fri: 11am – 10pm
Sat: 11am – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Tampines

Home to an enclave of mouth-watering cafes and restaurants, Serangoon Gardens is a foodie heaven second to none in Singapore. With new eateries popping up here so often, it is undoubtedly the perfect place to bring out the glutton in you!

The Larder Café first started in Toa Payoh in 2016 and they have recently opened another new outlet in Serangoon Gardens, taking over the premise of the now-defunct Arbite which closed down after 9 years.

Boasting a plethora of mains, brunch, big bites and desserts, you can expect to be torn between their delectable options. There’s even alcoholic drinks and a kids’ menu!

To start off our meal, we chose the Cheese Fries (S$8). The basket of straight cut fries came with a side of cheese dip; the fries were nicely fried without it being overly oily. The dip had a light buttery texture with just the right amount of thickness. Together, the pairing tasted sinful.

The Carbonara Spaghetti (S$13) was served next. We are not fans of carbonara as it usually tends to be overbearingly creamy, but the pasta here was done well! The cream sauce was rich in flavour without it being too cloying or thick. It also came with generous, juicy strips of bacon and button mushrooms.

Last but not least, we had the Bacon Eggs Benedict (S$15) — it was plated beautifully, with succulent bacon strips and large poached eggs atop fluffy brioche bread. This was the star of the show; the toast was crispy on the sides with a soft middle, while the creaminess of the egg yolk and sliced tomatoes gave the dish an extra sweetness.

If you’re looking for a café that offers quality mains and sweet treats at affordable prices, The Larder Café is the place to go. We will definitely be back the next time round to try out their other items.

The Larder Café
66A Serangoon Garden Way
Singapore 555962
Tel: +65 6253 8382
Tues to Sun: 11am – 10pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Serangoon

Located at 313 Somerset is LaLune Croissant. With the current craze over bubble tea and pretty pastries, LaLune is set to wow you with their colourful array of drinks and croissants full of delicious fillings.

LaLune’s drinks have zero preservatives and artificial flavouring, only using freshly-brewed teas and all-natural fruits. Their little tea bottles also add a wonderful touch being so compact.

Did we mention LaLune was opened by a local NTU graduate? It’s a great time to #SupportLocal with so many big franchises from overseas popping up in Singapore.

LaLune serves up many varieties of croissants – from classics such as their Custard Croissant (S$3.90) and Honey Croissant (S$3.90) to the unique Cinammon Apple Croissant (S$3.90).

They are all freshly baked and delightfully crisp, while not being too heavy on the palate.

LaLune also has an extensive drink menu featuring various types of tea. The signature drink is the brown sugar tapioca pearl milk tea, coined the “Dirty Milk Tea” (S$4).

If you prefer lighter drinks, they have a plethora of fruity brews as well! These include the tropical Dragon Royale (S$5) – a dragonfruit and oolong blend – as well as their Lime Royale (S$4.50), which is a mix of lemon, lime and green tea with crystal pearls.

If you’re craving a quick pick-me-up, LaLune’s teas and croissants would be your new favourite croissant go-to. They open pretty early, so you can grab these light bites just before you head off to work.

313 Orchard Road
313@Somerset, #B3-48A
Singapore 238895
Mon to Sat: 8am – 10pm
Sun: 10am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

(All photos used were from LaLune’s official Facebook page.)

Joining in on the soufflé pancake trend is Fluff Stack that sits on the basement of the newly renovated F&B section of Suntec City. Pretty in pink with gold accents, the decor of the cafe is as pretty as the pancakes.

But one thing that definitely sets Fluff Stack apart from other soufflé pancake cafés has got to be the price point. While soufflé pancakes tend to be priced at a premium, we love that the ones here start from S$8.80 which is pretty affordable!

First up was the Classic Soufflé Pancakes (S$8.80) which came with the unmistakable jiggle of a good soufflé pancake. The stack of two pancakes was accompanied by honey butter, chantilly cream and maple syrup.

Pillowy and delicate, the plate of cloud is undeniably one of the better ones we’ve had in Singapore. We liked how the honey butter added some saltiness that was a good contrast against all the sweet.

We also got the Oolong Soufflé Pancakes (S$9.80) which is a stack of the same cloud-like pancakes but served with gula melaka boba and oolong crème anglaise. Not as gimmicky as it looked, it was a really well-balanced dessert that tastes the best when all the components are eaten together.

Although the boba provided a great textual variation, we wish the gula melaka flavour was more prominent. The oolong crème anglaise, on the other hand, had some bitter undertones that makes this a good option for those who prefer their desserts on the less sweet side.

Our pancakes came pretty promptly, but we believe it might take slightly longer during peak periods. With its great price point and soufflé pancakes that are not only photogenic but tasty as well, we foresee ourselves coming back to Fluff Stack to try the other flavours!

3 Temasek Boulevard
#B1-K4 Suntec City
Singapore 038983
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Esplanade/Promenade

When King Albert’s Park is mentioned, people normally think of the good ol’ days when McDonalds occupied the area. However, now, the place has been completely revamped into an up-and-coming mall space.

Just a walk through King Albert’s Park Mall, you will see several cafes and restaurants, including a new cinema. One such place that caught our eye was the sleek and simple Camaca cafe.

Camaca is a sugar-free dessert cafe, serving up indulgent treats that come without the guilt, along with a wide selection of single-origin coffees.

We ordered the Roasted Oolong Tea gelato (S$4.80++) and were pleasantly surprised by how creamy and flavourful the ice cream was even though it is sugar-free! The deceiving giant macarons on display were actually just packaging for the gelato inside.

The staff explained this keeps the gelato from turning too icy, hence maintaining a smooth texture. They even have a special machine to “de-shell” their gelato and to churn it out in a swirl after. One gripe we had was that it started to melt very quickly after it was served, but it was satisfying nonetheless!

Their gelato features all-natural flavours such as Pomelo Tea, Lychee Rose and even Musang King Durian. You can choose to have your gelato with an add-on of waffles (S$10.00) as well.

Camaca also serves a selection of pastries, and we managed to try their popular Vanilla Cheese Roll (S$4.00++), served with a splash of berry coulis.

It was truly one of the softest roll cakes we have ever tried—the texture of the cake and cream felt like cloud on our tongues. It was mildly sweet, with specks of vanilla bean running through the cream.

Lastly, we tried their Camaca SG Limited blend in the form of a Cappuccino (S$5.50++). It had a well-balanced flavour with hints of acidity and a lingering bitter note. The blend consists of 5 different beans from various origins including Ethiopia and Columbia.

They do serve up more varieties of single-origin coffees with other more unique tasting notes. Their staff were more than happy to explain the tasting notes of each of the bean varieties when we asked. They don’t provide any sugar with their coffee but you can request for some syrup!

Located just a stone’s throw away from King Albert’s Park MRT, Camaca is a great place to fight the increasingly warm weather with their gelato or to simply enjoy some cake and coffee. Keep an eye out for their bright green signboard; it’s hard to miss.

Camaca
9 King Albert Park #01-11 / #01-12
Singapore 598332
Tel: +65 6904 3811
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: King Albert’s Park

This is the season to be jolly but more so, a significant time of the year where no one will judge you for over-indulging in dangerous amounts of cakes, pastries and other festive sweets. Ever had your eye fixated on a dessert at one of Singapore’s prestigious hotels but never getting around to treating yourself to one due to its exorbitant price? Well, now you can.

Little does anyone know, many hotels actually sell their freshly baked cakes and pastries at special half-price rates after a certain time every day. Sure, what you get may not be guaranteed to be absolutely fresh, but who’s to complain when you get to enjoy these mammoth treats at literally 50% off?

For all of you dessert fanatics, here is our list of 8 hotels where you can get festive cakes, pastries and other desserts at 50% off.

CARLTON HOTEL – TUXEDO CAFE & PATISSERIE

Expect delicious traditional bakes such as French Croissants, Pain Au Chocolat and more. Tuxedo the bakery also has a whole range of savoury bread options such as Baguette, Walnut Bread and Semi-dried Tomatoes & Basil Baguette.

For decadent desserts, choose from their Raspberry Chocolate Cake, Strawberry Cheesecake, Hazelnut Crunchy Eclair and Red Velvet Cupcake—just to name a few.

Ongoing promotion: 50% off bread and pastries, and 30% off sliced cakes after 7pm daily.

76 Bras Basah Road
Singapore 189558
Tel: +65 6415 7887
Daily: 7.30am – 9pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

CONRAD CENTENNIAL SINGAPORE – THE TERRACE

The Terrace offers quick bites on-the-go as an alfresco space for intimate dining with signature pastries, cookies, cakes, gourmet coffee and teas to tide you through the hectic work week. Some of their sugar-laden must-try’s include their highly acclaimed Royal Hazelnut Crunch, Ondeh Ondeh Cheesecake and Black Forest.

Ongoing promotion: 50% off pastries and sandwiches after 8pm daily.

2 Temasek Boulevard,
Singapore 038982
Mon to Fri: 7am – 8pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

CROWNE PLAZA HOTEL SINGAPORE LOBBY LOUNGE

Some of the cakes that you can find at Crowne Plaza Hotel Singapore’s Lobby Lounge include their Passionfruit Cake, Durian Cake, Choc Royaltine Cake, and Strawberry Tart.

Ongoing promotion: 1-for-1 promotion on cakes after 8pm daily.

Crowne Plaza Changi Airport Hotel
75 Airport Boulevard
Tel: +65 6823 5300
Nearest Station: Changi Airport

GOODWOOD PARK HOTEL – THE DELI

Goodwood Park Hotel has always been known for their amazing annual Durian Fiesta, where a selection of mouth-watering cakes and pastries (per piece only) go on sale after 8pm daily.

Ongoing promotion: 50% off cakes and pastries after 8pm daily.

22 Scotts Road
Singapore 228221
Tel: +65 6730 1786
Daily: 9am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

GRAND HYATT SINGAPORE – THE SHOP

The merchandise corner at the hotel’s stalwart buffet restaurant, mezza9, has on sale an extensive range of chocolates, truffles, cakes and more. Gorgeously packaged, their cookies and chocolate selection will spoil you endlessly. After 9.30pm, be sure to hop on over to get their daily fresh-baked sliced cakes at half the original prices—an ongoing promotion that we always love.

Ongoing promotion: 50% off sliced cakes only, after 9.30pm daily.

10 Scotts Road
Singapore 228211
Tel: +65 6732 1234
Daily: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

REGENT SINGAPORE — DOLCETTO BY BASILICO

This gourmet pasticceria offers a delectable array of creative desserts that will both impress and satisfy. Helmed by Pastry Chef Alex Chong, a maestro in all aspects of patisserie and baking for Regent Singapore, every sweet treat from cake to pastry promises nothing short of sheer, decadent delight.

Ongoing promotion: 50% off sliced cakes and pastries after 8pm daily.

1 Cuscaden Road,
Singapore 249715
Tel: +65 6725 3244
Daily: 7.30am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

THE FULLERTON HOTEL SINGAPORE – THE FULLERTON CAKE BOUTIQUE

Home to a stellar selection of expertly handcrafted cakes baked by a team of seasoned pastry chefs, take your palate on a sugar-intensive joy ride with the likes of the boutique’s specialities such as their Milo Zero Cake, Black Forest and Pistachio Briolette Cake.

Ongoing promotion: 50% off sliced cakes and pastries after 8pm daily.

1 Fullerton Square,
Singapore 049178
Tel: +65 6733 8388
Daily: 10am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Raffles Place

PAN PACIFIC SINGAPORE – PACIFIC MARKETPLACE

Pacific Marketplace is a gourmet café that offers a wide selection of Asian Delights, salads, sandwiches and pastries for dine-in and takeaway that embodies a wide array of flavours from East to West.

We absolutely love their dessert selections and are never able to hold back getting a slice or two to take home each time we dine there.

Ongoing promotion: 50% off sliced cakes and pastries after 8pm daily.

Level 1, Pan Pacific,
7 Raffles Boulevard,
Singapore 039595
Tel: +65 6826 8240
Daily: 8am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

Peanut butter. Fitness junkies consider it a superfood high in healthy fats, never failing to include it in their protein shakes, smoothies and morning toast while others—like us—appreciate it for its sinful appeal. Adding it into a dessert or even a dish provides a heightened butteriness accented with a nutty flavour that is just pure bliss.

As a flavour of ice cream, on pancakes, layered into a decadent chocolate cake or even slapped on a savoury beef burger, here is our list of peanut butter-laden dishes in Singapore loaded with nutty, buttery goodness. You’ll fall in love #3 in a heartbeat.

CREAMIER – PEANUT BUTTER JELLY ICE CREAM

Located in the tranquil, nature-filled enclave of Gillman Barracks lies Creamier, an artisanal ice cream parlour that boasts some seriously interesting flavours. We are huge fans of their Peanut Butter & Jelly flavour as well as their locally inspired Kaya Toast.

5a Lock Road
Singapore 108927
Tel: +65 6262 1087
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Thu: 1pm – 9pm
Fri & Sat:12pm – 11pm
Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Buona Vista

Photo Credit: Edith Patisserie

EDITH PATISSERIE – PEANUT BUTTER BROWNIES

Sticky, chewy and loaded with decadence in the form of fudge chocolate and creamy, slightly savoury swirls of peanut butter, what could beat that? Available in a box of 6 or 25, this is one artery-clogging delight that will score you brownie points (pun intended) at your next house gathering.

772 North Bridge Road,
Singapore 198740
Tel: +65 6443 7150
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Sat: 10am – 5pm
Sun: 10am – 2pm
Nearest Station: Jalan Besar

FAT BOYS – THE ELVIS

If you’re wondering why the association with rock ’n roll legend, Elvis Presley, well, it’s because the man absolutely loved the stuff. Peanut butter and bacon was his guilty pleasure and a testament to his love for it, the burger comes loaded with a bacon stuffed pork patty, grilled bananas and creamy peanut butter. After your first bite, we guarantee you’ll be “all shook up”.

*Multiple outlets islandwide.

FRESH FRUITS LAB – ULTIMATE PEANUT BUTTER CHOC CAKE

Available only on weekends between 10am to 3pm, their Ultimate Peanut Butter Choc Cake is not one to be missed. Decadent chocolate is further complemented by a salty nutty flavour that just makes this dessert so irresistibly good.

351 Changi Road,
Singapore 419818
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Thu: 11am – 10pm
Fri: 10am – 10pm
Sat & Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Eunos

GROUP THERAPY – PEANUT BUTTER BANANA WAFFLE

Famous for being one of the most chill cafes around and, hands down, one of our favourite places to get solid waffles, is Group Therapy. Their menu boasts a wide selection of brunch delights but we always make it a point to order up their Peanut Butter Banana Waffle.

30 East Coast Rd, #01-11,
Singapore 428751
Daily: 8am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Eunos

JIE BAKERY – PEANUT BUTTER TOAST

Trumping regular store-bought loaves any day, Jie Bakery in Taiseng is one of the few surviving traditional bakeries in Singapore. Baked without preservatives using a recipe that has been used for the past 30 years, their bread is wholesome, fluffier than most and excellent with peanut butter slapped on.

123 Upper Paya Lebar Road
Singapore 534837
Tel: +65 9818 8386
Mon to Sat: 7am – 11pm
Sun: 10am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Tai Seng

Photo Credit: chocolatetbasil

PARK BENCH DELI – PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY SANDWICH

Generously slathered with peanut butter, jelly and chocolate before being fully encrusted in corn flakes and deep-fried to golden, oozy perfection, if the Peanut Butter & Jelly Sandwich over at Park Bench Deli doesn’t kill you, we don’t know what will.

179 Telok Ayer Street,
Singapore 068627
Tel: +65 6815 4600
Mon to Fri: 7.30am – 4pm, 5pm – 9pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 3pm
Nearest Station: Telok Ayer

TOAST BOX – PEANUT BUTTER

Toastbox is not a name unheard of, especially not if you’re someone that hankers after the classic breakfast combo of kaya toast, half-boiled eggs and kopi in the morning. Besides kaya, they also have a peanut butter option that goes equally well with eggs and freshly brewed coffee.

*multiple outlets islandwide.

TWELVE CUPCAKES – PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE

The best way to spoil a sweet tooth is to present them with a box of cupcakes. Over at established Twelve Cupcakes, their flavours rotate on a monthly basis with their Peanut Butter Chocolate making appearances on odd months. You can’t always get it, but when it’s available, you really need to.

*Multiple outlets islandwide.

Photo Credit: Two Men Bagel House

TWO MEN BAGEL HOUSE – PBJ

Bagels are a New Yorkers staple and while they look like a doughnut, they really aren’t as greasy, let alone heart attack-inducing. They are baked instead of fried and are much denser. The common combination is to eat it with cream cheese, capers, dill and smoked salmon but here at Two Men Bagel House, they do it in numerous ways—some even too crazy to imagine. We love their PBJ, a bagel loaded with creamy peanut butter and sweet, tangy jelly.

16 Enggor Street,
#01-12 Icon Village Altez,
Singapore 079717
Tel: +65 6509 4125
Mon to Fri: 8am – 4pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 4pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

For the love of all things sticky, sweet and sinfully irresistible, Malaysia’s smoky, caramel-edged gula Melaka ranks high on our list of desserts worth skipping gym time for. Before the Europeans introduced cane sugar to our part of the world, we relied heavily on palm sugar.

Depending on the quality of the palm, and how it is pressed, different varieties of gula Melaka may exude different flavour profiles. Sourness, smoke, caramel, butterscotch, coffee, or even a combination of those flavours. A complex sweetener with a myriad of nuanced flavours, we just love it in everything.

Here are 15 places in Singapore where you can find gula Melaka desserts worthy enough to make you want to skip gym day.

Photo Credit: All Things Delicious 

ALL THINGS DELICIOUS – GULA MELAKA SCONES

Infused and topped with a drizzle of stickily sweet gula melaka, their gula melaka scones is miles better than your average dry, plain scone. The scones themselves are buttery, crumbly yet moist and the palm sugar glaze is a nice touch.

34 Arab Street
Singapore 199733
Tel: +65 6291 4252
Tue to Fri: 8am – 7pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 7pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Bugis

ALL THE BATTER – AVOCADO GULA MELAKA CAKE

An out-of-the-box combination of flavours yet one that still works surprisingly well, the Avocado Gula Melaka Slice from All The Batter is one dessert that you should try, especially if you love avocados. Here, moist avocado batter cake is layered and topped with sweet Gula Melaka cream, creating a decadent dessert that’s a treat for the senses!

17 Jasmine Road
Adelphi Park
Singapore 576585
Tel: +65 8510 6313
Sat & Sun: 11am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Marymount

BUTTER STUDIO – SALTED GULA MELAKA CUPCAKE

Butter Studio is one of the most popular Halal-certified bakeries in Singapore. Their Salted Gula Melaka Cupcake has consistently been their best-seller and for a good reason. Hand-made from scratch daily, what you can expect is Gula Melaka encased in a pandan cake shell, before being topped off with Gula Melaka infused frosting and crunchy pearls.

147 Jalan Besar
Singapore 208865
Tel: +65 6294 7115
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri: 12pm – 12 Midnight
Sat: 10.30am – 12pm
Sun: 10.30am – 10pm
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Nearest Station: Lavender

Photo Credit: aiiesyah

CASUARINA CURRY – ONDEH ONDEH PRATA

Who says that one cannot have prata for dessert? Innovating their dishes to the fullest, Casuarina Curry has come up with Ondeh Ondeh Prata —a prata dish perfect for a sweet round-off after a sinful meal. A scoop of coconut ice cream, cubes of pandan jelly and shredded coconuts sit inside a folded crispy tissue prata alongside a helping of Gula Melaka Sauce.

187 Macpherson Road
Singapore 348545
Tel: +65 6285 9001
Daily: 10am – 12 midnight
Nearest Station: Potong Pasir

Photo Credit: Chengs at No 27

CHENG’S AT NO. 27 – GULA MELAKA ORGANIC OIL CHIFFON CAKE

Nestled in a cosy corner of the Tiong Bahru estate, Cheng’s @ 27 is a humble shophouse restaurant that whips up comforting, home-style Hainanese dishes. One of their specialities would be the Gula Melaka Organic Oil Chiffon Cake —soft, moist, and incredibly fluffy, you’d be glad to know that this cake is also healthy!

27 Yong Siak Street
Singapore 168654
Tel: +65 6223 7883
Mon, Wed to Sun: 10am – 3pm, 5.30pm – 9pm
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Nearest Station: Tiong Bahru

CHURROS FACTORY – ONDEH CHURROS

A stall that needs no further introduction, Churros Factory is a haven for those who simply cannot have enough of this classic Spanish fried-dough pastry. Infused with pandan, their ondeh churros are topped with shredded coconut shavings and paired with a Gula Melaka dip.

112 East Coast Road
#B1-26, 112 Katong Mall
Singapore 428802*
Tel: +65 8500 0700
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar

(*Churros Factory has multiple locations islandwide)

Photo Credit: Creme Maison 

CREME MAISON — ONDEH ONDEH CAKE

Creme Maison specialises in creating gorgeous cakes for every occasion and their cakes are masterpieces in itself. Their ambrosial Ondeh Ondeh Cake features pure pandan and coconut infused cake layers filled with homemade gula Melaka caramel, gula Melaka swiss meringue buttercream and desiccated coconut.

30 Tai Seng St, #08-03C
Singapore 534013
Tel: +65 8181 3689
Mon, Wed to Fri: 8am – 6pm
Sat: 8.30am – 5.30pm
Sun: 11am – 1pm
Nearest Station: Tai Seng

Photo Credit: edithpatisserie

EDITH PATISSERIE – PANDAN COCONUT GULA MELAKA CAKE

Edith Patisserie is your one-stop place for gorgeous, unique cakes that taste as good as they look. Their Pandan Coconut Gula Melaka Cake is a delectable classic, where fragrant and moist pandan chiffon sponge is held together by salted coconut buttercream and topped with desiccated coconut toppings.

772 North Bridge Road
Singapore 198740
Tue to Sat: 10am – 5pm
Sun: 10am – 2pm
(Closed on Mondays)

Photo Credit: ettosg

ETTO — ONDEH LAVA CAKE WITH COCONUT & GULA MELAKA 

You’ve heard of gula Melaka and you’ve heard of lava cake, but have you ever heard of a gula Melaka lava cake?  Etto serves that right up here and we find it incredibly satisfying to slice open the cake and watch all that decadent gula Melaka ooze out of it.

6 Handy Road
#01-01, The Luxe
Singapore 229234
Tel: +65 9185 8116
Tue & Wed: 11.30am – 10.30pm
Thu: 11.30am – 11.30pm
Fri: 11.30am – 1am
Sat: 10am – 11pm
Sun: 10am – 9pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Dhoby Ghaut

Photo Credit: izk1311

FLUFF BAKERY – ONDEH ONDEH CAKE

Retaining the traditional flavours of the snack yet levelling-up in terms of transforming it into a chilled dessert, their Ondeh Ondeh Cake certainly hits all the right spots. Moist and soft layers of pandan cake and Gula Melaka fillings sit between blankets of light cream, bringing out the pronounced flavours of a traditional ondeh ondeh.

4 Jalan Pisang
Singapore 199071
Tel: +65 9660 3541
Tue to Sat: 12pm – 7.30pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Bugis

HATTER STREET — GULA MELAKA AND PANDAN WAFFLE 

Tucked away in an HDB estate just a few units away from popular Thai eatery Nakhon Kitchen is Hatter Street. Here, they offer a wide range of desserts with a twist, but the one that caught our eye was their sinfully good waffle with pandan ice cream and gula Melaka sauce. This irresistible dessert is perfect for those who crave for a simpler, no-frills gula Melaka dessert!

#01-333, Block 212 Hougang Street 21
Singapore 530212
Tel: +65 6988 4591
Daily: 1pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Kovan

MOOSH — ONDEH ONDEH SOFT SERVE 

We are addicted to Moosh’s Ondeh Ondeh soft serve, which features a gula Melaka soft serve base, lined with pandan sauce and topped with desiccated coconut, coconut flakes and even more pandan sauce. Despite having so many sweet elements, the dessert remained incredibly silky and creamy without being too sweet.

44 Haji Lane
Singapore 189237
Mon to Thu: 12am – 8pm
Fri to Sun: 12am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

SINPOPO — GULA MELAKA CAKE 

Sinpopo’s Gula Melaka Cake is a simple yet addictive layer cake that is lined with a generous amount of gula Melaka. If you are worried that the cake might be overwhelmingly sweet, you can rest assured knowing that, while it is sinful, it isn’t as sweet as most cakes out there.

458 Joo Chiat Rd
Singapore 427671
Tel: +65 6345 5034
Tue to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Dakota 

SUNDAY FOLKS — SEA SALT GULA MELAKA ICE CREAM 

Café hoppers and foodies alike love to flock to the spacious Sunday Folks’ to indulge in their delectable offerings of freshly baked Belgian waffles and mouthwatering ice cream. Aside from their waffles, we are in love with their Sea Salt Gula Melaka Ice Cream, which comes in the form of a cup or a handmade cone.

44 Jalan Merah Saga
Chip Bee Gardens #01-52
Singapore 278116
Tel: +65 6479 9166
Tue to Fri: 1pm – 10pm
Sat to Sun: 12pm – 10pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Holland Village

Photo Credit: Two Bakers 

TWO BAKERS – PANDAN PANCAKES

Looking for a full-fledged meal centred around the fragrant pandan and Gula Melaka? Try out the Pandan Pancakes from Two Bakers, which features fresh fruits and freshly grated coconuts atop fluffy pandan pancakes. Drizzle the Gula Melaka sauce at the side to bind the various elements of the dessert together!

88 Horne Road
Singapore 209083
Tel: +65 6293 0329
Mon to Thu: 8am – 6pm
Fri, Sat & Sun: 9am – 6pm
Nearest Station: Bendemeer

Acai is one of those superfoods that, besides being delicious and “Instagrammable”, is widely lauded by for its multiple health benefits. Jam-packed with antioxidants, fibre, vitamins and minerals with supposedly anti-cancer and brain-boosting effects, acai bowls are hugely popular among both the hipster and fitness community.

Nestled amidst the lush greenery of Singapore Botanic Gardens, JUJU is a takeaway kiosk that serves a myriad of healthy, wholesome food on-the-go. Their acai bowls, in particular, stand out for being 100% plant-based without the use of any refined sugars and whatnot.

Whether you’re looking for a guilt-free dessert after sweating it out at Singapore Botanic Gardens the entire morning or just a rejuvenating, ice-cold dessert to enjoy as you explore the park, JUJU—located over at the Visitor Services Kiosk—will surely have you well sorted.

This small kiosk serves a wide variety of wholesome foods ranging from smoothies, shakes and juices to grilled sandwiches and baked goods, all of which are convenient to eat on-the-go.

Their speciality would be the JUJU bowls—essentially acai bowls, these desserts are all 100% plant-based, vegan and refined sugar-free. Available in several flavours such as the classic Acai, Dragon and Chocolate Oat, there’s surely something for everyone.

We opted for a regular Acai JUJU bowl (S$8.50 for regular, S$9.50 for large). Their rendition of the classic Acai bowl consists of a generous helping of Acai which is complemented by house-made chia seed pudding, Medjool dates and a variety of fruits.

Their acai has an icy texture similar to that of a sorbet, as compared to other acai bowls that possess a thicker consistency. However, the acai impressed us with the intensity of flavours despite its texture—neither diluted nor overly sweet, their JUJU bowls surely make for an ideal, cooling treat.

Depending on the season and time of the year, JUJU sometimes crafts out festive flavours for their acai bowls. To usher in the Lunar New Year, the café has come up an all-new flavour, Mandarin Orange Acai Bowl to entice their guests.

Priced the same as the usual acai bowls on the menu, the Mandarin Orange JUJU bowl was one we thoroughly enjoyed. Topped with a bunch of healthful ingredients including bananas, blueberries, granola and mulberries, their Mandarin Orange had a refreshing tangy taste which we felt was a great representation of the fruit itself.

This festive flavour would be around until the end of Chinese New Year. Considering that they nailed this festive flavour, we’d definitely be keeping our eyes peeled for their next seasonal flavour!

JUJU
1 Cluny Road #01-K1
Botanic Gardens Bukit Timah Visitor Services Kiosk
Singapore 259569
Mon to Fri: 11am – 8pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Botanic Gardens

Dessert is a universal language that everyone speaks. With dessert, there is no discrimination, no boundaries and completely zero biases. Every culture and cuisine has their own take on dessert—afterall, who can resist whenever the sweet tooth comes knockin’?

As most desserts make use of ingredients such as eggs, lard and gelatine, finding a dessert joint to match your diet restriction might not be easy—especially for our Muslim friends. To make life easier, here’s a list of 8 Muslim-Friendly Dessert Joints in Singapore.

BUTTER STUDIO

Butter Studio takes pride in offering homestyle bakes that are made from the finest ingredients they can get their hands on. The homey cafe crafts up interesting creations such as Salted Gula Melaka Cupcake and Milo Speculoos Fudge Cupcake. Do visit them from time to time for seasonal flavours.

147 Jalan Besar
Singapore 208865
Tel: +65 6294 7115
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 9pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 8pm
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Nearest Station: Lavender

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Photo Credit: ff.foodies

CHULOP

Chulop boosts a selection of churros and cakes to satisfy any palate that makes all the calories worth it.  Despite being all the way in the east and not having any seating available, Chulop makes the trip count with consistently good, hot and fluffy churros dusted with cinnamon powder and sugar. Do look out for their seasonal flavours announced on their Facebook

430 Upper Changi Road
#01-93 East Village
Singapore 487048
Mon to Thurs: 12pm – 8pm
Fri: 3pm – 9pm
Sat & Sun: 1pm – 9pm
Nearest Station: Tanah Merah

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FLUFF BAKERY

Fluff Bakery offers artisanal treats with the menu changing every week, meaning there’s never a shortage of delicious flavour combinations to appease your palate. Should making your way down be too inconvenient, not to worry, they have an online shop too.

4 Jalan Pisang
Singapore 199071
(Closed on Mondays)
Tues to Sat: 12pm – 7.30pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Bugis, Jalan Besar

LICKETY ICE CREAM & WAFFLES

While it’s not much like the ones in Hong Kong apart from appearance, the egg waffles served at Lickety Ice Cream & Waffles won’t leave you missing anything. The dense buttery waffle comes in red velvet or buttermilk with the option to pair each waffle with one to three scoops of ice cream with unique flavours.

34 Bussorah Street
Singapore 199452
Daily: 11am – 11pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

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OVERRUN SG

Serving up classics with a twist, Overrun SG is known for their amazing Chendol Soft Serve. With crunchy coconut shavings and chewy jelly in every bite on top of a giant cup of light and smooth soft serve, it makes for the perfect sharing dessert between two friends.

18 Baghdad Street
Singapore 199657
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Thu, Sun: 12pm to 8.30pm
Fri: 2pm – 10pm
Sat: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

Photo Credit: Shubby Sweets

SHUBBY SWEETS

Started from a humble home kitchen bakery service, Shubby Sweets has since evolved to have their own shop to sell their artisanal brownies and bakes. Available for both takeaway and online orders, choose from their selection of delectable cheesecakes, brownies and choux pastries.

42 Chai Chee Street #01-68
Singapore 461042
(Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays)
Wed to Sat: 12.30pm – 8pm
Sun: 11.30am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Bedok

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SINSEH: THE GROCERY

Sinseh: The Grocery is known for their colourful eye candy, their buttermilk waffles adorned with fruity pebbles is a little dense with crispy edges while wafting that tempting buttery fragrance. If you’d fancy a donut instead, try their Galaxy Donuts to taste the milky way.

9 Jalan Pisang
Singapore 199076
Mon to Sat: 12pm – 8.30pm
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Bugis

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Photo Credit: Sweet Tooth Addictions

SWEET TOOTH ADDICTIONS

Though they’re more popular for their Paninis, they’re called Sweet Tooth Addictions for a reason. It’s the perfect late night dessert joint to go to for their dessert jars, overnight oats and cheesecakes. Do keep an eye out on their Instagram to grab their specials before they’re sold out.

216 Joo Chiat Road
Singapore 427483
(Closed on Mondays)
Tues to Thurs: 3pm – 12am
Fri to Sat: 3pm – 2am
Sun: 12pm – 12am
Nearest Station: Eunos

Read: The ultimate guide to Halal & Muslim-owned cafes in Singapore.

Put together a list of the best dining establishments in Singapore and you will find that many of them are located in the East. Just in Tampines alone, you are spoil for choice with the wide array of food options.

When it comes to desserts, there are also a handful of ice cream cafes that delight with their assortment of interesting flavours, excellent quality and cosy atmosphere. For those who reside in the East, these are the best places to hang out after work or school for some sweet treats!

Here are 4 Ice Cream Cafes In Tampines with Great Ice Cream & Waffles!

Photo Credit: Three’s A Crowd

THREE’S A CROWD

Three’s A Crowd is well known for their handcrafted ice cream, oven baked cakes and milkshakes. There is Kris Grey, a must-order for Earl Grey tea lovers and Coco Bailey for the liquor lovers.

Like any other ice cream parlours, Three’s A Crowd serves their ice cream in either a cup or cone. However, should you choose the latter, you are in for a treat! Their ice cream cones are sprinkled with tiny marshmallows, almond flakes or rainbow bits.

Blk 802 Tampines Ave 4, #01-11
Singapore 520802
Tel: +65 6702 0700
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Tampines West

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Photo Credit: Ice Cream Skool

ICE CREAM SKOOL

As one of the first few ice cream shops in Tampines, residents of the East be familiar with them! The cafe is extremely popular with students so you can expect the cafe to be packed after school hours.

A single scoop of their ice cream costs S$3 while double scoops are going at S$5.80. Ice Cream Skool also rotates their ice cream flavours and come up with new creations on a frequent basis.

Now, we can see why they have been attracting those students after all!

Blk 445 Tampines Street 42, #01-10,
Singapore 520445
Tel: +65 6260 0842
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 9.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12.30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Tampines East

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Photo Credit: Merely Ice Cream

MERELY ICE CREAM

Nestled within Our Tampines Hub, Merely Ice Cream is another ice cream parlour where you can satisfy your sweet cravings. For people familiar with the brand, yes, they are the same folks from the popular Merely Ice Cream at Sunshine Plaza.

Over there, their ice cream is made using natural ingredients. Known for their innovative creations, you shouldn’t be too surprised to see a spread of unique flavours on display.

51 Tampines Avenue 4, #B1-52
Our Tampines Hub
Singapore 529684
Tel: +65 6238 0890
Daily: 12pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Tampines

Photo Credit: Laundry Gallery

LAUNDRY GALLEY

Started off as a 24-hour laundromat, Laundry Galley is the first laundry-themed cafe in Singapore that opened in September last year.

At Laundry Galley, they offer a Half-Half Waffle Set, consisting of classic & charcoal flavoured waffle. They even installed a live laundry tracking service in the cafe for customers to know the status of their washer in the laundromat.

Blk 201E Tampines Street 23, #01-118
Tampines New Town
Singapore 527201
Tel: +65 8700 7622
Tue to Sun: 12pm – 9pm
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Tampines East

Read: The ultimate guide to cafes in the east of Singapore – 31 cafes to explore.

New to the slew of cafés and restaurants that have been sprouting up all over South Bridge Road is a small artisanal ice gelato café.

Whether it is an ice gelato for a refreshing treat in the middle of the day or an indulgent dessert to end off the night on a sweet note, Dopa Dopa Creamery will likely please you with their selective yet impressive range of ice cream.

Churning out ice cream so incredibly delicious that they were sold out on their first day, here is why you need to pay Dopa Dopa Creamery a visit if you are craving some sweet treats.

They only have 8 flavours on their menu—all of which are curated and made by an Italian chef. The standard flavours (S$3.90/ single scoop) include Apple Ginger Sorbet and Banana while premium flavours (S$4.60/ single scoop) include Home Roasted Pistachio and Green Tea Toasted Rice.

Coffee-lovers can look forward to getting a cuppa to complement the sweetness of their ice-cold desserts!

Rather than having our ice cream in a mainstream cup or cone, we opted to get our scoop of Green Tea Toasted Rice (S$4.60) in a buttery, flaky croissant (S$5.50).

Boasting a thick consistency that gives the gelato a slight chewiness, the Green Tea Toasted Rice flavour is one that any green tea lover must get. Mildly sweet with a hint of bitterness at the end just the way we prefer it to be, we highly recommend to try this flavour.

The Speculoos with Lotus Biscuit (S$4.60/ single scoop) features bits and pieces of crushed caramel biscuits mixed into a creamy and milky base, giving it an extra crunchy texture.

Otherwise, you can opt to get your ice cream in a cone for an additional S$1. Topping off our cone was Hojicha (S$4.60/ single scoop).

You can bet that the distinct smoky, toasty flavour will blow you away upon your first mouthful. Other popular flavours that Dopa Dopa Creamery offers are Hazelnut and Home Roasted Pistachio.

Dopa Dopa Creamery
29 South Bridge Road, #01-01
Singapore 058665
Tel: +65 6535 3539
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

Located on the first level of Gek Poh Shopping Centre in Jurong West, OH MY MANGO is a new dessert cafe that breathes new life into the somewhat run-down neighbourhood shopping centre. Specialising in Thai-inspired sweet treats, their menu boasts more than 40 different items from desserts to colourful beverages and even assorted Shibuya toasts that are available in both sweet and savoury varieties.

If you think that this is just another neighbourhood dessert pitstop, think again. On their menu, you can expect to find some pretty interesting offerings such as their Tom Yum Goong Toast (S$6.90) which is somewhat similar to a pizza except with the addition of the spicy and zesty flavours of Thailand’s iconic dish.

Those living in the West of Singapore truly have something to be glad about, especially with so many interesting cafes and eateries sprouting up around the area. Whether it’s a quick coffee run or a much-needed sugar spike, OH MY MANGO Dessert Cafe is a great option to consider.

This humble establishment has both indoor and outdoor seating but ordering is done in the separate unit just next door. Here, the overall appearance is kept minimalistic with plenty of hipsterish decors to give it a cafe-like vibe.

Their menu features more than 40 items ranging from sweet bingsu, a wide array of Shibuya toast options and a pretty extensive range of beverage options—from the iconic Thai milk tea to some quirky innovations.

Going by the name of OH MY MANGO, it would be a waste if we did not try at least one mango dessert, and boy were we impressed by the Fresh Mango Toast (S$10.90).

Comprising a scoop of mango-flavoured ice cream, cubes of deliciously sweet mango and a sprinkling of crushed almonds atop a thick and crispy slab of buttery toast, this to us gives the typical ice-cream-and-waffle combination a serious run for its money.

For the matcha fans, the Matcha Green Tea Bingsu (S$9.90) works up a real treat especially with the addition of a sticky red bean purée and crushed almonds that not only provides a nice texture to the bingsu but also bolsters the bitter green tea flavour with a hint of sweetness.

Anyone who loves Thai food will surely appreciate their Mango Sticky Rice (S$6). Simply put, this popular Thai dessert comes with no gimmicks attached. It comprises sweet sticky rice, fresh mangoes and a salted coconut sauce that you can pour over everything.

We have tried numerous variations all over, but the qualities that we believe determine a solid mango sticky rice dessert is the consistency of the coconut sauce and the freshness of the mango—which the good folks here nail down beautifully.

OH MY MANGO Dessert Bar
762 Jurong West Street 75
#01-334 Gek Poh Shopping Centre
Singapore 3640762
Tel: +65 9066 0426
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Boon Lay

For more recommendations, read our guide to the best cafes in the West of Singapore.

Desserts. We eat them whenever we are angry, bored, happy or sad.

It is true that they make us feel better, even if it is just a temporary relief. But living in the world’s most expensive city means we often have to fork out ridiculous amounts just for a pretty dessert. Well, the good news is – that’s not always the case, as long as you look hard enough. Or know where to look.

Our team has expanded our waistlines just to curate this guide of affordable and delicious sweet treats in Singapore that everyone can seek comfort from without breaking the bank. You are welcome.

We present to you The Ultimate Guide To 30 Awesome Desserts Under S$8 In Singapore.

ALL THE BATTER – THE AVOCADO RHAPSODY SLICE

The Avocado Rhapsody Slice (S$6.50) is made with fresh avocados, cocoa and slathered with rich cream cheese. We could taste all the distinct flavours without the cream cheese overpowering everything else.

17 Jasmine Road
Adelphi Park
Singapore 576585
Tel: +65 8510 6313
Sat & Sun: 11am – 9.30pm
Nearest Station: Marymount

ALL THINGS DELICIOUS – STICKY TOFFEE DATE PUDDING

Sticky date puddings and sticky toffee puddings are basically one of our favourite desserts ever. All Things Delicious on Arab Street does daily fresh bakes of muffins, cakes and more for very affordable prices. The Sticky Toffee Date Pudding (S$6.90) is our personal favourite with generous drizzles of toffee sauce without overwhelming us.

34 Arab St,
Singapore 199733
Tel: +65 6291 4252
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Fri: 8am – 7pm
Sat & Sun: 9am – 7pm
Nearest Station: Nicoll Highway

AWFULLY CHOCOLATE – CHOCOLATE GANACHE CUPCAKE

Chocolate cupcakes are a classic but Awfully Chocolate takes it up a notch by producing one of the densest and decadent ganache cupcakes (S$6.90) ever. The cake itself is soft and moist and it has dark chocolate fudge at the bottom and gorgeous dollops of chocolate ganache at the top to send you straight to chocolate heaven.

131 East Coast Rd
Singapore 428816
Tel: +65 6345 2190
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri: 12pm – 1am
Sat: 9.30am – 1am
Sun: 9.30am – 12pm
Nearest Station: Dakota

BOULANGERIE ASANOYAB – MATCHA SALTED EGG YOLK CROISSANT

Asanoya Bakery’s Matcha Salted Egg Yolk Croissant (S$4.90) has successfully combined the best of Japanese, French and Chinese cuisine into an invincible treat. The flaky lukewarm croissant is crisp on the outside, delightfully soft inside and oozes out generous amounts of green tea liu sha.

15 Queen Street #01-03
Singapore 188537
Tel: +65 6703 8703
Daily: 9am – 8pm
Nearest Station: Bras Basah

BONHEUR PATISSERIE – MACARONS

Located in Pasarbella, Bonheur Patisserie is an expert in dishing out some of the best Macarons you can find in Singapore. A piece here retails for S$3 for it is worth every penny. Flavours include – Thai iced tea, Bailey’s, Rose, Salted Caramel and a lot more.

200 Turf Club Road
#02-06 Pasarbella
The Grandstand
Tel: +65 6466 1498
Sun to Thu: 10.30am – 7pm
Fri & Sat: 10.30am – 9pm
Nearest Station: King Albert Park

BUTTER STUDIO – SEA SALT NUTELLA TART

As much as we love Butter Studio’s amazing cupcakes, the Sea Salt Nutella Tart (S$6.90) was too divine to pass up. Baked fresh daily, the centre had the ideal balance of both sea salt and hazelnut chocolate flavours with a nice crust base.

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147 Jalan Besar
Singapore 208865
Tel: +65 6294 7115
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 9pm
Fri: 12pm – 11pm
Sat: 11am – 12am
Sun: 11am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Farrer Park/Lavender

CAKE SPADE – STRAWBERRY TOFU CHEESECAKE

For just S$5.90, you get a beautifully made Strawberry Tofu Cheesecake. The texture of the cheesecake itself is so bouncy yet smooth, and the strawberry flavours were strong enough, without overpowering the taste of the cheese. This provides a lighter option to the traditional dense cheesecakes.

Orchid Hotel
83 Tg Pagar Road
Singapore 088504
Tel: +65 6444 3868
(Closed on Sundays)
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 9.30pm
Fri and Sat: 12pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

CIEL PATISSERIE – LEMON MERINGUE TART

A heartland patisserie that boasts a menu of French desserts, Ciel Patisserie is a hidden gem. Unassuming but very surprising, this small patisserie has a wholesome range of cakes and tarts that are mostly priced under S$6.

We have said this before and we will say this again—Ciel Patisserie’s Lemon Meringue Tart (S$4.50) stands out for its perfect balance of sweet and tart. Definitely one of the best lemon tarts you can find in Singapore.

124 Hougang Avenue 1
#01-1444, 530124
Tel: +65 6383 0803
Tue to Thu: 11am – 8pm
Fri & Sat: 11am – 9pm
Sun: 3pm – 9pm
Nearest Station: Serangoon

CHURRO101 – DARK CHOCOLATE-DIPPED CHURROS

The reason why Churro101′s churros are so incredibly tasty is that each churro is pressed and fried a la minute per order. We love the Dark Chocolate-Dipped Churro (S$5.90) rolled in a strawberry crunch. The chocolate was amazing as it was served to us dripping warm, but the strawberry crunch did not make a huge impact on the overall taste in each bite.

201 Victoria Street
#04-01 Bugis+
Singapore 188067
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

CREAMIER – PEANUT BUTTER JELLY ICE-CREAM

Peanut butter jelly sandwiches were a nostalgic childhood staple for many children and we were thrilled that Creamier’s Peanut Butter Jelly Ice-Cream (S$4.20) tasted exactly the same – except that it is in an ice-cold dessert form. Peanut butter fans must give this a go! Eating the ice-cream was akin to eating the thick PBJ jam right from the old-school Skippy container.

Blk 128 Toa Payoh
Lorong 1 #01-835
Singapore 310128
Tel: +65 6250 1476
(Closed on Mondays)
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Braddell

DOUBLE SCOOPS – THAI MILK TEA & SEA SALT GULA MELAKA ICE CREAM

Double Scoops’ gelato offerings are all made fresh in-store and they have a huge range of flavours. Our two personal favourite ones are Thai Milk Tea and Sea Salt Gula Melaka (S$6 for two scoops). The former tastes exactly just sipping an authentic Thai Iced Milk Tea on a warm day in Bangkok.

Block 226A Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1 #01-627
Singapore 561226
Tel: +65 6452 0208
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Ang Mo Kio

NOOK & CRANNY – COCONUT TARO ICE-CREAM

Nook & Cranny’s (previously known as Five by Five) Coconut Ice-Cream (S$4.80 per scoop) is wonderfully infused with taro and packs a puch with every mouthful. Rich, creamy and containing bits of coconut flesh, we are guilty of returning endlessly for it.

9 Sin Min Road
#01-03, Thomson V One
Singapore 575630
(Closed on Tuesdays)
Mon: 12pm – 10pm
Wed to The: 12pm – 10pm
Fri: 12pm – 11pm
Sat: 11am – 11pm
Sun: 11am – 10am
Nearest Station: Marymount

HVALA WAFFLE BAR – WAFFLE STICKS WITH CINNAMON APPLES

Hvala Waffle Bar is a small kiosk in the basement of 313@Somerset offering delicious bite-sized treats. Our personal Waffle Stick of choice is the Cinnamon Apple (S$3.80) and the apples offered a nice crunch to every bite. The waffles can also be sliced up for you for easier consumption.

313 Orchard Road
B3-50 313@Somerset
Singapore 238895
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Somerset

JI XIANG CONFECTIONERY – ANG KU KUEH

Ji Xiang Confectionary has been handcrafting traditional delicacy Ang Ku Kueh since 1988 and the family-run business is fortunately unthreatened by the rising number of cafes in its vicinity. These handmade Chinese pastries are usually filled with sweet mung bean or peanut but you can find other flavours such as Coconut, Corn, Salted Bean and Yam (from S$0.70 each) over at Ji Xiang.

Blk 1 #01-33 Everton Park
Singapore 081001
Tel: +65 6223 1631
(Closed on Sundays
Mon to Sat: 9am – 5pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park / Tanjong Pagar

KANE MOCHI – MOCHI ICE CREAM

Mochi and ice cream is a combination we never want to stop enjoying. Choose three different mochi flavours and they will slice them up for you in a cup to enjoy for just S$5. Our favourites are Cookies & Cream and Taro. The former is filled with cookie bits and they are all not overly sweet, something we can appreciate.

201 Victoria Street
#02-50 Link Bridge, Bugis+
Singapore 188067
Tel: +65 9747 5678
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

LLAOLLAO – SANUM

LlaoLlao’s Sanum (S$6.95) is their star product, and with so many outlets island wide, LlaoLlao shows no signs of slowing down. This Fro-yo treat is filled with crunchy bits, fresh fruits, sauce and more. They all come in a convenient to-go cup as well.

3 Temasek Boulevard
#02-313 Suntec City Mall
Singapore 038983
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Promenade

MAISON KAYSER – ECLAIR

This bakery has long been known for offering fluffy and delicious bread. But their selection of eclairs (S$3.70) blew us away. They include flavours such as lychee, original, coffee and more. The choux pastry itself was tasty and the added flavoured creams and toppings only made it better.

#B1-25, Scotts Square
6 Scotts Road
Singapore 228209
Tel: +65 6636 3672
Daily: 8.30am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

MR. CHURRO – CHURROS WITH CHOCOLATE

With a slightly different way of serving as compared to Churro101, Mr.Churro’s churros are sliced up in a cone-shaped holder and drizzled on top generously with chocolate. The Nutty Churro (S$5.90) is our favourite as it is sprinkled generously with nuts on top for a good crunch with every bite.

ION Orchard #B4-61, 2 Orchard Turn
Singapore 238801
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

OLD-SCHOOL ICE-CREAM

Walk down Orchard Road and you will spot a few ice-cream vendors from far by their striking umbrellas. Typically run by the older Singapore generation, this ice-cream business is a dying trade that might cease to exist in a few decades. Choose from a wide variety of flavours (S$1.20 each) such as chocolate chip, raspberry ripple and durian etc—where you can have it in a bread, cone or cup.

OYOGE TAIYAKAI – MOCHI TAIYAKI WITH DARK CHOCOLATE

While we love Oyoge Taiyaki’s Grape Soft Serve with tastes pleasantly of Kyoho grapes, it is not always in stock as they regularly rotate their flavours. However, the Mochi Taiyaki is always in stock. We especially love the one stuffed with heaps of dark chocolate (S$3) for a very sinful treat.

191 New Bridge Rd
Singapore 059423
Tel: +65 9099 0318
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 9pm
Fri to Sun: 10.30am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Chinatown

PARIS BAGUETTE – ROYAL PUDDING

As a cult-favourite pudding, we have yet to have a pudding similar to this in terms of flavour and consistency. The original Royal Pudding (S$4) is also available in other flavours such as chocolate and strawberry. It is light and not overly rich or sweet to create a very palatable overall taste.

435 Orchard Road, #02-02
Wisma Atria
Singapore 238877
Tel: +65 6836 3010
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Orchard

SINPOPO BRAND – MARSHMALLOW CHEESECAKE

The Marshmallow Cheesecake (S$7++) is a new dessert addition that deserves to be raved about. The sweet treat has successfully combined the contrasting textures of stickiness, softness and crumbliness into a divine creation. You can expect a dense New York-style Cheesecake – with a crumbly base – covered with torched marshmallow fluff. Sinful yet delicious.

458 Joo Chiat Rd
Singapore 427671
Tel: +65 6345 5034
Tue to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 12am
(Closed on Mondays)
Nearest Station: Dakota

SMOOTHIE HOUSE – SNOWFLAKE ICE INTO-GO CUPS

The Snowflake Ice at Smoothie House are probably one of the best we have ever tried as they use actual flavoured ice with fresh fruit. Their affordable to-go cups are priced only at S$6.90 so it is extremely value-for-money. We suggest going right for the mango flavour to experience thick and sweet chunks of freshly-cut mangoes.

60 Paya Lebar Road
#02-15/16/17, Paya Lebar Square
Singapore 409051
Tel: +65 6702 2221
Daily: 11am – 10pm
(Last Order: 9pm)
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar

THE MATCHA PROJECT – MATCHA SOFTSERVE

Served in two different sizes, the Matcha Softserve goes for S$5 and you can get the large one for S$6.50. We honestly could not find a reason to dislike this sweet treat; it came with an intense matcha flavour and is really refreshing!

#B1-08C, The Sail
2 Marina Boulevard
Singapore 018987
Tel: +65 9223 0245
Mon to Fri: 8am – 6pm
Sat: 10am – 4pm
Sun: Closed
Nearest Station: Downtown

TRADITIONAL HAIG ROAD PUTU PIRING – PUTU PIRINGS

Award-winning Traditional Haig Road Putu Piring is renowned for their putu pirings (S$2) and has been unanimously coined by foodies as Singapore’s best. The queue is notoriously long, but endure the wait and you are in a treat for piping hot Malay rice cakes stuffed with palm sugar. These sweet delights are steamed fresh upon order and topped off with salted grated coconut.

Haig Road Market & Food Centre
13 Haig Road
Singapore 430014
Tel: +65 9688 3067
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Paya Lebar

TO-GATHER CAFE – HOMEMADE HOJICHA SWISS ROLL

To-gather Cafe’s Homemade Hojicha Swiss Roll with Thick Hojicha Shot (S$5.90) uses premium Hojicha powder imported directly from Japan! The idea of serving the dessert with a shot of Hojicha Latte is so that you can take sips in between bites because most Swiss rolls tend to be dry; yes, we were so incredibly impressed by this “little touch”.

Blk 84 Bedok North Street 4, #01-25/27
Singapore 460084
Tel: +65 6445 1011
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest stations: Tanah Merah/Bedok

TSUJIRI – MATCHA SOFT SERVE

Tsujiri takes immense pride in extracting the highest quality of matcha from Uji, Kyoto. This tedious extraction method has been used for more than 150 years and today, modern civilians get to enjoy this fragrant green tea in the form of tasty soft serve ice-cream (S$5).

100 Tras Street
#01-14, 100AM
Singapore 079027
Tel: +65 6543 6110
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Tanjong Pagar

TUNGLOK TEA HOUSE – TRADITIONAL SPONGE CAKE

The Traditional Sponge Cake (S$3.80++) aka Ma Lai Gao is a must-try Chinese dessert at TungLok Teahouse. The moist brown sugar sponge cake was incredibly tender and tasted heavenly, and one that our folks enjoyed.

#01-73/79 Square 2
10 Sinaran Drive
Singapore 307506
Tel: +65 6893 1123
Daily: 11am – 5pm, 5.30pm – 10pm
Nearest Station: Novena

TWENTY GRAMMES – WHITE CHOCOLATE COTTON CANDY AFFOGATO

The White Chocolate Cotton Candy Affogato (S$7.90) is such a beauty. Fluffy pink cotton candy cloud sits atop white chocolate ice cream and warm espresso, and when you pour the chocolate over, the cotton candy crumbles and melts into the coffee. Sugar rush, anybody?

529 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 10
#01-2353
Singapore 560529
Tel: +65 68161916
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Ang Mo Kio

WINDOWSILL PIES – STRAWBERRY LEMON TART

Windowsill Pies’ Strawberry Lemon Tart (S$7.50) is unlike any other lemon tarts. The wedge of super thick bright yellow zesty curd is filled with traces of strawberry jam filling towards the pâte sucrée crust. Topped with whipped meringue, the refreshing slice has struck a great balance between sweet and tartness.

95 Soo Chow Walk
Singapore 575382
(Closed on Mondays)
Tue to Thu: 11am – 10pm
Fri: 11am – 12am
Sat: 10am – 12am
Sun: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: Marymount

For more recommendations, read our guides on where to find the best desserts in Singapore.