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

Photo Credit: https://www.dgoodcafé.com/

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

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/taicheongsg/

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

Photo Credit: https://www.joeanddough.com/

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

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/tolidosnook/

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

Photo Credit: http://www.bengawansolo.com.sg/

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

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/violetoonsataybarandgrill/

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

Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/keongsaikbakery/

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

Photo Credit: https://www.sinpopo.com/

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

Photo Credit: https://thechalkfarm.com/

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

Photo Credit: https://purepandan.com/

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

Photo Credit: https://harrianns.com/

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

Shake Shack Singapore is opening their 4th outlet at Suntec City on 30 Sep 2020. Following the opening of its outlets at Neil Road in Feb 2020 and Liat Towers in August 2020, the popular American burger chain will be adding another location in Singapore.

Fans of Shake Shack will be delighted that there’s another outlet to when we need to satisfy our cravings for the famous Shake Burger and ‘Shroom Burger.

Shake Shack will also be launching the limited-edition ShackMeister menu—including a burger topped with fried shallots—exclusively at the new Suntec City outlet, before debuting it across all Shake Shack outlets in Singapore on 5 Oct 2020.

Shake Shack Suntec City
Suntec City Mall, West Wing
3 Temasek Boulevard #01-357 Singapore 038983

You’ve had their burgers. You’ve had their shakes.

And now, there’s one more place you can snag Shake Shack‘s grub at — Liat Towers.

Shake Shack will be opening its third outlet at Orchard Road on 5 August 2020. This isn’t too long after the opening of their second outlet along Neil Road earlier on in February this year.

Shake Shack has its roots as a humble hot dog cart in Madison Square Park in Manhattan, which then became a permanent kiosk in 2004. Today, it’s become a global enterprise, with people from all over the world queuing up for their superbly good burgers and milkshakes.

Their ‘Shroom Burger (S$10.80) is the talk of the town with its crispy battered portobello patty oozing with melty cheeses.

Where do we even begin? Let’s just say we would run a hundred kilometres just to indulge in these heavenly treats.

Their first opening in Singapore in April last year was met with overwhelming support, as expected. Queues outside their Jewel Changi Airport outlet could stretch for up to over 80 people.

And we expect nothing less for their upcoming outlet along Orchard Road.

Shake Shack
541 Orchard Road, Liat Towers, #01-01
Singapore 238881
Sunday to Thursday: 11am – 10pm
Friday, Saturday & PH: 11am – 12am
Nearest Station: Orchard

We’ve waited long and we’ve waited hard for this very day and it is finally here.

The Famous American burger chain Shake Shack has FINALLY set foot on our sunny little island with their new outlet at Jewel Changi Airport. Done are our days of enviously scrolling through our social media platforms and seeing pictures of our friends enjoying one of Shake Shack’s juicy, lip-smackingly good burgers — now we can have them too!

Shake Shack Singapore’s menu is similar to the one in the US and South Korea with goodies such as ‘Shroom Burger, Shack-cago Dogs and of course, their signature ShackBurger. Aside from that, they also have some Singapore exclusive items such as pandan shakes and a mango dessert.

The spacious restaurant is beautifully decked out in Shake Shack’s signature urban concrete and wood decor that makes for an amazing backdrop to up your Instagram game. Adding on to the ambience is the magnificent view of Jewel’s breathtaking Forest Valley which features a lush assemble of plants that surround the much-anticipated 40m high Rain Vortex waterfall.

SHACKBURGER

Being Shake Shack’s quintessential menu item, the ShackBurger (S$9.20 Single, S$12.70 Double) is the perfect representation of the classic American burger.

Wedged between the buttered and griddled potato buns are a slice of American cheese, crisp lettuce, tomatoes and an insanely juicy beef patty that uses Shake Shack’s special The Shackblend. To complete the burger, all the varying elements are coated in a generous smothering of Shake Shack’s signature ShackSauce that is bitter, salty, smokey and spicy all at once. 

SHACK-CAGO DOG 

If you aren’t a fan of burgers but you still want to get in on all the action and hype, you can have a go at their Shack-cago Dog (S$6.50) instead. Dubbed as one of the best hot dogs in New York, this hot dog lives up to the title and provides diners with the ultimate hot dog experience.

Each hotdog here comes loaded with onions, cucumbers, pickles, tomatoes, peppers, mustard, celery salt, Rick’s Picks Shack Relish and of course, a thick, juicy hotdog.

‘SHROOM BURGER

For the vegetarians out there, fret not as Shake Shack has created their very special ‘Shroom Burger (S$10.80) just for you! Replacing the beef patty here is a crisp-fried portobello mushroom that is injected with an addictive concoction mix of Muenster and cheddar cheese. This glorious patty is then topped with lettuce and tomatoes and then further drenched in a generous amount of ShackSauce.

CLASSIC CRINKLE-CUT FRIES 

Nothing goes better with a burger than a side of fries and Shake Shack does up some of the best ones around. Their Crinkle-Cut Fries (S$4.50) are thick and have satisfyingly crisp ridges that give the fries a lovely bite to it. If you want to up your fries game, you can also have a go at their Cheese Fries (S$5.90) which features fries that are doused in a heavenly medley of melted cheddar and American cheese.

SINGAPORE EXCLUSIVE ITEMS

Aside from the classic Shake Shack offerings, you can also look out for items on their Singapore-exclusive menu.

Pandan lovers can get ready to indulge in their Pandan Shake (S$7.80) which features frozen vanilla custard that is blended with pandan and coconut and then topped with a generous serving of gula Melaka crumble. The drink is said to be inspired by popular local foods such as pandan chiffon cake, ondeh ondeh and kaya toast.

You can also tuck into the Jewel Melaka, which consists of Vanilla custard mixed with coconut salted caramel, chocolate chunks from local brand Lemuel, shortbread and gula Melaka. Similar to that, there is also It Takes Two To Mango, a dessert that was inspired by the very popular mango sago pudding.

For those of you who prefer something more chocolatey, you can also try the Shack Attack which features Chocolate custard mixed with brownies from local brand Plain Vanilla, Shack Fudge Sauce, Lemuel chocolate chunks and chocolate sprinkles.

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

Read our Jewel Changi Airport guide to discover the best places to visit.

Consecutively awarded the ‘World’s Best Airport’ for its sixth year in 2018—the first time in the history of the awards—, Changi Airport dubs itself as ‘an airport worthy of being a destination in itself’ for good reason. 

Jewel Changi Airport will be Singapore Changi Airport’s newest addition and unmistakably one of the most highly-anticipated openings in our city. Opening on 17 April 2019, this complex will house some of the world’s biggest f&b brands such as popular American burger franchise Shake Shack, A&W and London’s famous Burger & Lobster.

Before the official opening, a public preview will be held from 11 to 16 April 2019 for everyone to have a sneak peek. A total of about 500,000 free tickets will be available and it will run in four three-hour time blocks from 10am to 10pm daily.

The 14,000 sq m Canopy Park—located on the top floor of Jewel Changi Airport—is not available and it will be open to the public only in the middle of the year.

Here’s what you can expect to find in Jewel Changi Airport!

The 10-storey complex will cover a gross floor area of 134,000 meters square and will comprise a whole range of play attractions for both kids and adults alike, a variety of popular restaurants and retail brands.

To date, more than 90% of their retail space has already been occupied by big brands, including NYC’s famous Shake Shack and sportswear giant Nike. Whether you’re looking for international cuisines or local fare or even a place to sit down and sip on a pint of beer, this new mall has covered it all.

A&W

After having left our sunny shores 10 years ago, we thought that the popular American fast food chain A&W will be gone for good. Good news to fans of their famous root beer float, waffles and curly fries—A&W will be re-opening in Singapore as one of the tenants in Jewel Changi Airport!

BURGER & LOBSTER

Those who have travelled to London should be familiar with Burger & Lobster, London’s famous lobster roll restaurant. Known for its rustic yet luxurious concept, the brand’s Singapore outpost will include new dishes that are inspired by local flavours, alongside their signature lobster rolls and burgers.

Photo Credit: Collin’s

EL FUEGO BY COLLIN’S®

Good news to our Muslim friends—well-known Western chain, COLLIN’S, will be opening a branch that specialises in halal European cuisine at Jewel Changi Airport. Branded as El Fuego, diners can tuck into the edible likes of steak, oysters, seafood and more here!

Photo Credit: Laderach

LÄDERACH

Consistently ranked among the top chocolate brands in Switzerland, Läderach has been around since 1962 and now has 65 outlets across Switzerland, Germany, the Middle East and Asia. Promising the use of top-quality cocoa beans, their handmade chocolates will be air-flown and sold in their new outlet in Jewel Changi Airport come end-March.

Photo Credit: Pink Fish

PINK FISH

A Norwegian brand, Pink Fish is a salmon-centric restaurant that focuses heavily on sustainability. Using solely fresh Norwegian salmon, the restaurant aims to serve as a wholesome, healthy alternative to fast-food restaurants and their outlet at Jewel Changi Airport will its first ever outlet outside of Norway. Here you can expect a variety of salmon dishes in the form of burgers, wraps, hot pots and salads!

POKEMON CENTRE

The world’s only Pokémon Centre outside of Japan is set to open in Singapore at Jewel Changi Airport next year. As with every Pokémon Centre, you can expect to find seasonal and regional exclusive toys, stationery, trading cards, jewellery and even chopsticks! In addition, this outlet will be selling Pikachu plushies in pilot and cabin crew uniform, which are only available exclusively in Singapore!

SHAKE SHACK

Since its humble beginnings as a hot dog stand in Madison Square Park, Shake Shack is currently one of the most well-known fast food chains in the world, operating 136 locations internationally. The fast-food brand will be making its debut in Singapore’s Jewel Changi Airport and will be having the same menu as Shake Shack in the US and South Korea.

TIGER STREET LAB

Sip on some local beer whilst touring the new mall with homegrown beer brand, Tiger Beer. The local brand will be unveiling a first-in-the-world concept in Jewel, Tiger Street Lab which will feature both F&B and retail elements. Look forward to Tiger’s usual range of beers as well as exclusive-to-Jewel seasonal brews and pair them with some of Singapore’s street food which will also be available on Tiger Street Lab’s menu.

Photo Credit: Yelp

RETAIL STORES

Besides the myriad of dining destinations, Jewel Changi Airport will also host numerous retail brands where you can shop till you drop and get some retail therapy.

Of which, sportswear giant Nike will be opening a 1000 square meter store, its largest outlet in Southeast Asia. Local, homegrown brands such as Naiise and Supermama will also be introducing first-of-its-kind concepts for their stores in Jewel as part of Changi Airport’s efforts to introduce Singaporean brands to the rest of the world.

Read: Jewel Changi Airport Food Directory – 111 restaurants, eateries and cafes to dine at

Famous American fast food restaurant chain, Shake Shack is coming to Singapore in 2019! Shake Shack has officially confirmed the news on its Instagram account that it will be opening the first outlet at Jewel Changi Airport which is scheduled to open in end March 2019.

Even if you have not tried it, you would have seen pictures of their juicy burgers all over social media. And now, this New York City institution—known for its simple, yet extremely satisfying burgers, hot dogs and shakes—is expanding to Singapore shores. Isn’t this every burger lover’s wildest dreams come true?!

Since its humble beginnings as a hot dog stand in Madison Square Park, Shake Shack is currently one of the most well-known fast food chains in the world, operating 136 locations internationally.

Shake Shack Singapore will be having the same menu as Shake Shack in US and South Korea. Unlike Shake Shack Dubai which is halal certified, Shake Shack Singapore does not have a halal certification. But we are definitely hoping that they will be halal certified so that our Muslim friends will get to enjoy the burgers and shakes.

Shake Shack Singapore
Jewel Changi Airport
Airport Blvd
Nearest Station: Changi Airport

Read: A&W Singapore is also opening at Jewel Changi Airport in 2019.