Hands up if you are a fan of anything pandan! An evergreen mainstay in our various cuisines and desserts, this distinct, fragrant flavour takes the cake as Singapore’s perennial favourite ingredient. One such pandan-infused creation is none other than the “OG” pandan chiffon cake — a classic childhood treat that every Singaporean would have grown up eating.

With dessert joints quickly hopping on the bandwagon to create nostalgic, pandan-themed desserts that will appeal to the masses (confirm plus chop!), pandan treats are now ubiquitous. Those craving for a taste of this aromatic flavour can find it available in a variety of artisanal cakes, tarts, and even cocktails.

Here is a guide to 14 best pandan desserts & drinks in Singapore that you can sink your teeth into! (Psst, they are definitely worth the calories.)

CHATTERBOX PANDAN CHIFFON CAKE

Chatterbox has recently reopened after a major renovation and you have to try their incredibly soft homemade Pandan Chiffon Cake which is paired with a scoop of pandan ice cream. This is available in limited quantity only.

333 Orchard Rd, #05-03 Hilton
Singapore 238867

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D’GOOD CAFÉ SINGAPORE KAYA PANDAN CAKE

Revel in d’Good Café’s Singapore Kaya Pandan Cake, a modern rendition of the old-school chiffon cakes. A decadent, pillowy sponge cake infused with fresh pandan juice, the dessert is encased in a creamy kaya mousse and a thick, rich layers of kaya jam. It is then sprinkled with house-made coconut crumble for an extra touch of fragrance and crunch.

The caramelised toppings atop the fluffy cake add varying textural contrasts to the entire treat. Known to be one of the better kaya pandan cakes in Singapore, pandan lovers can look forward to savouring this sinful morsel.

d’Good Café
Jewel Changi Airport
78 Airport Boulevard, #01-227
Singapore 819666
Tel: +65 6243 3188

SHAKE SHACK PANDAN SHAKE

Treat yourself to a sinful post-meal indulgence after hearty burgers with Shake Shack’s Pandan Shake! Made from a toothsome combination of vanilla frozen custard, blended pandan and coconut, the shake is then topped with a smattering of Gula Melaka Crumble.

This Singapore-exclusive is a hit with sweet tooths — inspired by the Ondeh Ondeh Kueh, the thick shake is chock full of luscious coconut and an intoxicating floral scent of pandan. The Gula Melaka bits also add an extra oomph of sweet, caramel flavour.

Shake Shack Singapore
Jewel Changi Airport
78 Airport Boulevard, #02-256
Singapore 819666

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TAI CHEONG BAKERY PANDAN EGG TART

Switch out your usual tea-time snacks for Tai Cheong Bakery’s Pandan Egg Tarts! A fantastic out-of-the-norm creation, these Singapore-exclusive egg tarts are a must-try. It features an extremely fragrant, pandan-imbued egg custard cradled in a buttery pastry shell. The filling is also soft and reminiscent of pudding.

The crust of the egg tart is also crumbly and flaky, melting into our mouths the moment we bit into it. A harmonious balance of both sweet and savoury, the Pandan Egg Tart is full-bodied with a strong pandan flavour.

Tai Cheong Bakery
Ngee Ann City
391 Orchard Road
Takashimaya Food Hall, #B208-5
Singapore 238872
Tel: +65 8223 1954

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JOE & DOUGH GULA MELAKA PANDAN CAKE

Joe & Dough’s crowd favourite Gula Melaka Pandan Cake needs no further introduction. One of their best sellers, they have been serving this dessert since 2014! Using only the freshest ingredients, their baked goods are all baked and handcrafted daily.

We can see why it is such a hit with their customers: this humble creation reminds us of home. The treat is an airy, chiffon butter cake slathered with Gula Melaka and generously sprinkled with grated coconut. It also has a mouthwatering toasty exterior atop a fluffy bed of green goodness!

Joe & Dough
Paya Lebar Quarter Mall
10 Paya Lebar Road, #02-25/26
Singapore 409057
Tel: +65 6909 5680

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TOLIDO’S ESPRESSO NOOK PANDAN PANCAKES

Sink your teeth into a cloud of Pandan Pancakes here at Tolido’s Espresso Nook. Bid farewell to the typical usual butter pancakes and welcome this pillowy green version instead! Smothered in Gula Melaka sauce and crowned with a dollop of coconut or vanilla ice cream, this innovative creation does not disappoint.

The moment the pancakes arrive at your table, you will be greeted by a welcoming aroma of pandan and coconut. The pancakes are not overly buttery or bland, and the creamy nuttiness from the ice cream helped to elevate its sweetness and natural flavour.

Tolido’s Espresso Nook 
462 Crawford Ln, #01-63
Singapore 190462
Tel: +65 6648 0178

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BENGAWAN SOLO PANDAN CHEESE ROLL

Bengawan Solo is a prominent household name amongst Singaporeans and is esteemed for their extensive variety of birthday cakes, traditional kuehs and swiss rolls. One of their signature offerings includes the Pandan Cheese Roll: a delectable dessert steeped with pandan essence and streaked with savoury cheese.

Despite its unassuming appearance, the chiffon roll consists of a balanced blend of rich, savoury cream cheese and sweet pandan flavour. The cake is also spongy and luscious while the cream cheese smooth and light on the palate.

Bengawan Solo
NEX Mall
23 Serangoon Central, #B2-69
Singapore 556083
Tel: +65 6634 6155

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VIOLET OON SATAY BAR & GRILL JADE BANGLE COCKTAIL

The grande dame of Singapore — Violet Oon — has, yet again, impressed us with one of her novel cocktail creations: Jade Bangle. Spinning her own playful twist to the beloved flavour, this local-inspired drink consists of floral, house-made Pandan essence and coconut milk before it is doused in Ketel One Vodka. It is then finished with a toasted coconut rim.

The dash of sweetness from the pandan essence and “lemak” coconut milk mutes the strong, bitter aftertaste of the vodka, making for an addictive pairing. A delightful alternative for Friday night drinks, diners can also pair their tipple with Violet Oon’s savoury sides.

Violet Oon Satay Bar & Grill
3B River Valley Rd
Clarke Quay, #01-18
Singapore 179021
Tel: +65 9834 9935

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KEONG SAIK BAKERY PANDAN BURNT CHEESECAKE

Keong Saik Bakery is famed for their Burnt Cheesecakes that are made from four different types of cheeses. The bakery has come up with their newest addition: Pandan Burnt Cheesecake.

Made from ground pandan leaves and coconut cream, the cake is remarkably aromatic. The top layer of the cake is also thoroughly burnt and crisp, resulting in a savoury, roasted aftertaste. Tuck into it and the morsel gives way to a creamy, wobbly middle that simply melts in your mouth.

Keong Saik Bakery
41 Keong Saik Rd
Singapore 089146
Tel: +65 6909 3199

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SINPOPO BRAND PANDAN KAYA CAKE

Look to Sinpopo Brand for their beautiful, handcrafted speciality cakes guaranteed to leave your loved ones in awe. Sprucing up old traditional recipes while adding their own personal, modern touch, Sinpopo is best known for their homely creations. Their Pandan Kaya Cake is not to be missed.

A stunning cake comprising of alternate, fudgy layers of slow-cooked Kaya custard and blue butterfly pea flower glutinous rice, their Pandan Kaya Cake is a sight to behold with its varying swirls of blue and green.

Sinpopo Brand
458 Joo Chiat Road
Singapore 427671
Tel: +65 6345 5034

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THE CHALK FARM KUEH SALAT

Partake in Chalk Farm’s take on Kueh Salat, a well-loved Nyonya delicacy. A beautiful ombrè cake made from two thick, distinct layers, the top is stacked with a rich, gelatinous layer of custard flavoured with pandan juice and coconut milk while its base consists of sticky rice suffused with fresh butterfly pea extract.

Upon each mouthful, you can taste a strong buttery flavour mixed with aromatic pandan nuances. It is also velvety smooth and curd-like. Perfect for any event, this cake is sure to wow your loved ones with its stunning presentation and scrumptious taste.

The Chalk Farm
Paragon Shopping Centre
290 Orchard Road, #B1-K24
Singapore 238859
Tel: +65 6235 2872

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PURE PANDAN PANDAN KAYA PUFF

As its name suggests, Pure Pandan is a confectionary doling out pandan-only creations such as pandan chiffon cakes, swiss cream rolls and speciality beverages. Catching our attention are their Pandan Puffs — a bite-sized pastry sandwiched between homemade pandan-caramel kaya and fresh whipped cream.

A unique entrant to the pandan dessert scene, this pandan kaya puff has a crumbly, flaky crust that oozes whipped cream. The sweetness from the cream does not overwhelm the pandan essence, but instead, brings out its natural nuttiness.

Pure Pandan
264 South Bridge Rd
Singapore 058813
Tel: +65 6588 5788

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HARRIANNS NYONYA TABLE PANDAN CHIFFON CAKE

Crowned as Singapore’s National Cake in 2017, the pandan chiffon cake is acclaimed as the first original creation that started the pandan trend. A no-frills chiffon cake, this affordable ring of green is found all over Singapore and pairs impeccably well with a simple cup of Milo.

A winner with all ages, this fluffy goodness is a wonderful tea-time snack with its natural, woodsy taste. Despite being light and airy in texture, this homely cake is rich in pandan flavour and incredibly dense. It is also bound to call upon your sentimental childhood memories.

HarriAnns Nyonya Table
Suntec City West Wing
3 Temasek Boulevard, #01-416A
Tel: +65 6264 1900

FREDO’S BAKER GULA MELAKA PANDAN SCONE

We are certainly no stranger to plain scones or those baked with chocolate or mixed-fruits, but have you tried Fredo’s Baker Gula Melaka Pandan Scones? Spinning their unique local twist to the traditional British treat, the folks behind Fredo’s have decided to incorporate gula melaka and pandan flavour as their own special rendition.

Served with a dollop of butter on the side, the scones are perfectly crumbly and moist, breaking apart to reveal a soft, fluffy middle. The biscuits boast a buttery-sweet flavour with slight pandan nuances, making for a great snack. Do note that their Gula Melaka Pandan Scones are only available on Thursdays.

Fredo’s Baker
Clementi St 11
Block 109, #01-05
Singapore 120109

Who would have thought that your kitchen accident years ago would have become one of the most sought-after desserts today? The Basque Burnt Cheesecake is basically your regular New York cheesecake — but chao da-ed.

It has a burnt crisp top which hides a custardy, wobbly cheesecake underneath. It’s supposed to be sensually creamy, cooked till just holding its shape. But, there have been many variations, with some places leaving theirs with a gooey lava centre.

The Basque burnt cheesecake trend has not died down since months ago and we’re loving it. If you’ve never had a taste of it before, here are 11 Basque Burnt Cheesecake delivered to you.

BAKERY BRERA

You’d be seriously wrong to undermine this small shack of a bakery along Empress Road. Meet Bakery Brera, one of the finest neighbourhood bakeries we’ve ever seen. Not in terms of stature, but in terms of their goods.

Rest assured that there is zero blasphemy when they term themselves as an “artisanal” bakery. Their Basque Burnt Cheesecake is wonderfully creamy and rich, albeit on the sweeter side. They sell it in slices (S$7.50) or as a whole 8 inch cake (S$62).

Place your order via their online platform here.

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CAT & THE FIDDLE

Are we even surprised that Cat & The Fiddle is in this list? This Halal-certified bakery is basically built on cheesecakes. Founded by Daniel Tay, Cat & The Fiddle does not disappoint when it comes to gourmet cheesecakes.

Their rendition of the basque burnt cheesecake, Charred Eclipse (S$48.90), is entroved with Martabak cheese, which gives the cake a slightly tangy finish.

Head over to their website to order now!

CAKED WITH LOVE

Spearheaded by Jacqueline, Caked With Love specialises in customisable cakes and baking classes. They’ve cheated a little with the addition of berries to their cheesecake, which instantly levels up its otherwise monotonous appearance.

But, the fruits aren’t just for show. The tartness of the berries cleverly cuts through the heaviness of the cream cheese, giving it a superbly balanced profile.

You can directly message them via Instagram to order.

ELEMENTS

Elements is none other than the sister bakery of Fresh Fruits Lab, Platform 1094 and Herit8ge. Their bakes are all the product of their esteemed pastry chef, Jason, who’s armed with training from renowned chefs in Ritz Carlton and Star Cruise.

Their Basque Burnt Cheesecake (S$39) is a stellar piece of art — a gooey centre draped in a charred blanket. They sell it as a 6-inch whole cake, and requires at least a 3 days advanced order.

You can place your order via their online platform here. Or, you can WhatsApp them at +65 8834 8553 to order as well.

ENJOUE BAKERY

Well-versed in the art of European breads and pastries, Enjoue Bakery offers a wondrous take on the basque burnt cheesecake (S$28). Three, in fact — Classic Vanilla Bean; Fresh Blueberries & 72% Dark Chocolate.

We’ve tried many renditions over the past few months and we will go out on a limb to say that this is one of the best Basque Burnt Cheesecakes in Singapore.

For orders of S$42 (before GST) and above, customers get to enjoy free delivery. Otherwise, there is a delivery charge of S$8.50 per location, with a minimum order of S$30 (before GST).

Order via their Google form here.

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KEONG SAIK BAKERY

It’ll be a long time coming before we get to hit the beach again. But, Keong Saik Bakery is bringing the waves to you with their latest Seashore Burnt Cheesecake.

This two-layered cake marries the gentle tones of earl grey with the vibrancy of the blue pea flower. If you’re not really into that, their Durian Burnt Cheesecake will beg for your attention.

Order via their Google form on their Instagram.

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MELTED BAKEHOUSE

Home bakeries have been soaring on the waves of this period and Melted Bakehouse is no exception. Their burnt cheesecakes come in three outfits — Classic, Forest and Chocolate, and in two sizes — 6 inches or 8 inches.

Their chocolatey take entails a Valrhona chocolate fudge filling and a cocoa powder coating. One bite won’t be enough.

Delivery goes at a flat rate of S$15, with slots from 12pm – 3pm or 3pm – 7pm. There will be additional fees for other delivery timings.

Order via their website here here.

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MYDAILYBREAD

They sell their burnt cheesecakes in 6 inch and 8 inch sizes, with flavours ranging from Gula Melaka Coconut to Speculoos. Their cakes are on the lighter side so you won’t be feeling like you just downed ten blocks of cream cheese afterwards.

They also offer macarons and cookies in a wide variety of flavours.

Order via their Google form here.

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OLIVIA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

This cake has got everybody talking. Playing more like a tart than a cake, Olivia Restaurant’s version is encased in a buttery almond sable crust.

Enthroned within is an oozey lava centre, the kind that makes your heart melt a little on the inside. Here’s the twist — they’ve spiked it with Valdeon cheese, a.k.a. Spanish blue cheese.

If your curiosity’s been piqued, you can WhatsApp them at +65 8296 0740 to pre-order.
Let them know at least 2 days in advance to avoid disappointment.

PAPARCH

Fastest fingers first. Over here at Paparch, their goods sell out like hotcakes (literally). They’re already sold out till the end of July. So if you want to snap a slot, you’d better be fast when they release their slots.

Their Burnt Cheesecake comes in only one flavour, and they’ve absolutely nailed it. It has the most luscious melty centre, and a perfectly burnt crust. Nothing too cloying or diabetically sweet.

Order via their website here.

THE KINS’

If The Kins’ had to pick their one signature dish, it would be the Burnt Cheesecake. Their cheesecake selection is limited, with only two flavours — original (S$8) and houjicha (S$8.50). But. they sure are great at it.

Their cheesecakes have a silky molten centre and slightly firmer sides, granting a delicious play on textures. Orders above S$50 can enjoy free delivery.

WhatsApp or call +65 8286 2230 to order.