If there’s one thing you don’t need to see the clock for, it’s to satisfy your sugar rush. Be it cakes, cookies, donuts, cupcakes or ice creams, there’s something special about devouring half a dozen iced donuts or devouring a tub of your favourite ice cream as you scroll through YouTube or binge on Netflix.
No need to worry about calories! We know our readers love all the walking trails in Singapore - best exercise to burn a few off a kilo's over the weekend. It’s never a good idea to suppress a strong hankering. Expat Choice has compiled a list of the best dessert cafes to check out in Singapore. I’d say even reading them is fun. Keep scrolling. Image Credit: silverkris.com
Cake Spade
This one is at the top in the list of unusual ingredients for desserts. Who wants regular cheesecake flavours like mango and strawberry when you can experience eccentric ones like tofu? You won’t even feel guilty having an extra slice. It’s slightly less sweeter than its mainstream counterparts and comes packed with proteins. Missing the fun of the normal cheesecake? Fret not, for you can enjoy the dollop of jelly on top with fresh strawberries, raspberries and peaches hidden inside. To top it, they have a choice between digestive and Oreo bases. Try one and you’ll be left craving for more. Image Credit: cakespade.com
a. 83 Tg Pagar Rd, Singapore 088504
Sourbombe Artisanal Bakery
Yes, you guessed it right. Sourbombe Artisanal Bakery is the first to offer the sourdough bomboloni, the perfect balance between sourdough and bomboloni. Helmed by Genevieve Lee, this bakery is the epitome of creativity. Each of their dishes is loaded with flavours bursting in your mouth from the very first bite. Watch out for mouth watering treats like blueberry and lemon thyme, Basque burnt cheesecake, lavender lime mascarpone, hojicha caramel and of course, the Cinnabombe. Oh and did you know that the fine folks at SAB have opened up an outlet at Park Mall where they serve specialties like cold brew coffee, homemade Kombucha and dairy free tea lattes. I’m salivating already. Image Credit: Sourbombe Artisanal Bakery Facebook Page
a. 9 Penang Rd, #02-03, Singapore 238459
Lucia Cakes
Take the “n” out of the word “banker” and you’ve got yourself a cake shop. That is exactly what former banker Agatha Xavier must have thought before quitting her day job and starting Lucia Cakes. If you want to head over to this bakery, do so at your own risk. The kitchen here is home to some of the most decadent brownies you can ever imagine, courtesy to her exceptional skill and unwavering passion. Lose yourself in sinful indulgence with flavours like chocolate walnut, salted caramel, peanut butter and Nutella. Dreams do come true after all. Image Credit: Lucia Cakes Facebook Page
a. 93a Club St, Singapore 069461
Creamery Boutique Ice Creams
The notion the more the merrier probably won’t work when you’re talking about dessert options. But then they might if you have places like Creamery Boutique Ice Creams which specialize in combining hot and cold desserts. Yes, we’re talking piping hot lava cakes and cookies topped up with a scoop of freezing cold ice cream. The usual cookie flavours like red velvet, chocolate and matcha are of course always available. What’s even better is that customers can check out seasonal flavours like ondeh ondeh and salted egg yolk lava cookies too. The best part is that you can customize your order for the ultimate dessert experience. Image Credit: Creamery Boutique Ice Creams Singapore Facebook Page
a. 139 Tyrwhitt Rd, Singapore 207557
Plain Vanilla
Now don’t let the name fool you. The range of flavours available here is more diverse than the name suggests, and you’ll be left looking for your jaw once you read the menu card. The secret to their flavours is the batter. They boast about using only the finest ingredients like French butter, pure Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla and bittersweet Belgian chocolate. Some favourite flavours to check out include peanut butter fudge, chocolate (of course) and red velvet. Image Credit: Plain Vanilla Facebook Page
a. 501 Bukit Timah Road #01-03A, Cluny Court, Singapore 259760
Lickers
What do you feel about a midnight date filled with conversation, coffee and a spot of ice cream to go with? We’re pretty sold on that, especially because Lickers is now offering home delivery. No need to brave the streets at 2 am when you can just order online and wait patiently till you get it at your doorstep. Flavours here are a little unheard of, but they are as good as ever. Some options worth trying out are Yakult Oreo and Oolong Lavender. Well, if you’re not feeling adventurous, then go for the more standard options like Dark Chocolate, Roasted Pistachio or Hazelnut Truffle. Image Credit: Lickers Facebook Page
Wimbly Lu
Housed near Jalan Riang, desserts at Wimbly Lu are a massive hit with customers. Not only do you find flavours like the Root Beer Cake, the S’mores Pie, Oreo Cheesecake and the Molten Lava Cake, but Wimbly Lu also has a wide range of options for waffles which go perfectly with ice cream flavours like salted caramel, honey cinnamon and chocolate truffle. You shouldn’t need more convincing now. Image Credit: Wimbly Lu Facebook Page
a. 15-2 Jln Riang, Singapore 358987
Windowsill Pies
Bite into the decadent pies at Windowsill Pies and lose yourself in their exotic flavours like the strawberry lemon meringue and the morello sour cherry pie, which comes with a sugary butter cookie lattice. With a crust crispier than the crunchiest of chips and a rich, creamy centre, these pies are the talk of town. Oh and did you know that they have opened up a new branch in Joo Chiat? Image Credit: Windowsill Pies Facebook Page
a. 17 Haji Ln, Singapore 189210
Sunday Folks
It doesn’t have to be a Sunday for you to tend to your sugar rush. Head over to Sunday Folks and load yourself up on their renowned soft serve ice cream. Apart from the usual flavours, they also have some beautiful seasonal options like strawberry balsamic, malted cereal milk, Milo and many more. A gleaming decor awaits you along with their combination of soft serve ice creams and crispy waffles, irrespective of the day. What are you waiting for now? Image Credit: Sunday Folks Facebook Page
a. 44 Jln Merah Saga, #01-52 Chip Bee Gardens, Singapore 278116
Mr. Holmes Bakehouse Singapore
Any cruffin lovers in the house? The delicious blend between a croissant and a muffin is a delight to say the least, and we have the inventor of the cruffin as the last one on the list. A beautiful, golden brown pastry, puffed and layered with a strong flakiness on the outside and a delicate and moist texture on the inside is basically what a cruffin is like after it’s cooked. What’s not to like? You can enjoy them in flavours like tiramisu cream, raspberry hibiscus and peanut butter milkshake. Add a cup of coffee to go with it and you will never have been happier. Image Credit: Mr Holmes Bakehouse Singapore Website
a. 9 Scotts Rd, 01-01/02/03 Pacific Plaza, Singapore 228210
