Wondering where to find the best dessert near you? Whether you need a quick sugar fix, a post-dinner dessert or a special occasion cake, we round up the tastiest desserts in Singapore

We could all use a sweet little pick-me-up from time to time! Fortunately, there’s no shortage of great desserts in Singapore! From cakes to doughnuts, ice cream to local specialities (durian, anyone?), we’ve rounded up our fave sweet treats all over the island, and a lot of places now offer delivery!

Jump to these tasty dessert ideas:
Cakes
Ice Cream & Milkshakes
Local Desserts: Ice Kacang, Durian & More
Bingsu
Doughnuts, Pastries & Other Desserts

Cakes

Awfully Chocolate

Chocoholics in Singapore beware! One visit to Awfully Chocolate and their divine chocolate cakes (and much more) will have you absolutely hooked. Your little one’s birthday party is an extra excuse to place that order, with their chocolate cakes, cupcakes, tarts, brownies and ice creams screaming out to be bought (and devoured pronto!).
Is this dessert near me? Order online for islandwide delivery, or visit one of 14 stores located across Singapore!
www.awfullychocolate.com

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The Butter Studio

This Halal-certified cake shop churns out local-inspired homestyle desserts and bakes like Salted Caramel Red Velvet (OMG), Tropical Ondeh Cake, and Sea Salt Nutella Tart. You’ll find cakes, cupcakes, home baking kits, and much more. Order online or visit their bakery café.
Is this dessert near me? Jalan Besar (bakery café); Orchard, Tampines, Bugis (mall counters)
www.thebutterstudio.com

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Cat & The Fiddle

Love cheesecake? Cat & the Fiddle offers premium cheesecakes in 20 original flavours specially created by Singapore’s iconic dessert chef, Daniel Tay. You can even mix-and-match flavours with the 10-slice Make Your Own. Because the cakes are self-ordered online and self-collected, savings can be passed to customers while prices are kept sweet as a kiss. These desserts are certified Halal, too!
Is this dessert near me? Order online for delivery or visit Bishan, Clarke Quay, Jurong or Woodlands.
www.catandthefiddle.com

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Plain Vanilla

With flavours ranging from cinnamon brown sugar and red velvet to lemon coconut and dark chocolate ganache, Plain Vanilla Bakery has a cupcake to suit every taste. We’re also huge fans of their customisable birthday cakes, and they offer plenty of other wholesome bakes as well.
Is this dessert near me? Order online for delivery or visit Cluny Court, Orchard, Telok Ayer or Tiong Bahru.
www.plainvanilla.com.sg

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PS.Cafe

If you’re in the mood for a lovely outdoor dining spot, PS.Cafe has you covered. Their handmade cakes are the stuff of legends. We wait all year saving up calories to savour the Chocolate Blackout Cake on our birthday!
Is this dessert near me? Order online for delivery or visit Ann Siang Hill, Dempsey, East Coast Park, Great World City, One Fullerton, Orchard, Raffles City, River Valley or Tiong Bahru.
www.pscafe.com

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Ice Cream & Milkshakes

Ben & Jerry’s

With legendary flavours like Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Cherry Garcia & New York Superfudge Chunk (not to mention lots of yummy new dairy-free flavours), American ice cream chain Ben & Jerry’s is the perfect cool-off dessert when you’re visiting Singapore Zoo or the Night Safari. You’ll also find a centrally-located scoop shop right on Orchard at 313 Somerset. Prices aren’t the lowest, but the brand is dedicated to fair trade practices and social justice, so you can feel good as you lick!
Is this dessert near me? Order online for delivery or visit Orchard, Jurong Bird Park (currently closed), or Singapore Zoo.
www.benjerry.com.sg

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Birds of Paradise

The “botanical gelato” at this Katong boutique (with a new location at Jewel!) is handmade daily, in delectable flavours like White Chrysanthemum, Strawberry Basil, and Sea Salt Hojicha. Their freshly made “Thyme Cones” are also a massive draw. Don’t just take our word for it — just follow the massive queues along East Coast Road, or read their Michelin recommendation!
Is this dessert near me? Katong, Jewel Changi Airport (within In Good Company)
www.birdsofparadise.sg

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Black Tap

This American burger restaurant at MBS just might be most famous for their Crazyshakes (pictured above), calorific milkshake extravaganzas that come topped with candy coatings, lollipops, full slices of cake (!) and other fun desserts. At $19+ they ain’t cheap, but they’re fun to split for a special treat.
Is this dessert near me? Marina Bay Sands
www.blacktap.com/location/singapore

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Creamery

Creamery Boutique Ice Creams has premium quality home made ice creams, in original and unique flavours. They are famed for their signature lava cookies that ooze deliciousness topped with their sinful ice cream.
Is this dessert near me? Lavender
www.facebook.com/creamerysg

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FATCAT Ice Cream & Coffee Boutique

Famed for their ice cream and charcoal waffle combos, FATCAT in Bedok has a loyal following of Easties. In addition to a rotating slate of “Standard” and “Premium” flavours (check their IG Stories for that day’s selection), they also offer inventive “Signatures” like Butter Beer, Hay & Honey, Earl Grey Lavender, and Watermelon Soju. Besides their stalwart ice cream, FATCAT also has yummy brownies, burnt cheesecake, and unique confections like Durian Chocolate Tart.
Is this dessert near me? Order for delivery (East Coast area) or visit Bedok
www.fatcat.sg

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The Humble Scoop

This homemade ice cream parlour in Katong offers locally-inspired flavours like Salted Coconut & Gula Melaka, Pulut Hitam, and Pineapple, Lime & Chili, along with standards like Chocolate and Pistachio.
Is this dessert near me? Katong & Kovan
www.thehumblescoop.com

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Island Creamery

Made fresh on site daily using only the best ingredients, Island Creamery is a wildly popular homegrown mainstay that’s been churning out the sweet stuff since 2004. Don’t expect any boring flavours here. It’s all about Asian-inspired flavours like Tiger Sorbet, Teh Tarik, Pineapple Tart, and Pear Sake. There’s an irresistible range of take-home cakes, too.
Is this dessert near me? Order online for delivery, or visit Bukit Timah or Orchard
www.islandcreamery.com

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Kind Kones

This vegan ice cream parlour features scoops that are free from dairy, refined sugar, soy, gluten, and other artificial additives. Flavours range from chocolate sorbet, strawberry ice cream and almond brittle to more unique offerings like Haw Flakes and Blue Earth (hued by natural Butterfly Pea flower). There are other vegan desserts on offer, too, like gluten free Chocolate Ganache Cake and Sweet Potato brownies.
Is this dessert near me? Order online for delivery, or Orchard
www.kindkones.com

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Momolato

With flavours like Pu’Er Chocolate, Blue Pea Hokkaido Vanilla Creme Brulee and more, Momolato is just the place for a unique gelato fix if you’re in the Kampong Glam area. Everything’s made with fresh, natural ingredients, plus they even have keto-friendly ice cream if you’re cutting carbs. If you’re looking for something healthier for the kids, their fresh fruit popsicles are just as refreshing, minus all the added sugar! Other healthy options include sugar-free lattes, keto frozen yogurt and gelato cakes. Momolato is Halal-certified.
Is this dessert near me? Haji Lane
www.momolato.com

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Sunday Folks

This lovely shop in Chip Bee Gardens does fancy ice cream and waffles (it’s the posher version of their Creamier brand). They make their cones themselves (in flavours like dark chocolate), and waffles can be topped with soft serve in six ice cream flavours ranging from Sea Salt Gula Melaka to Earl Grey Lavender to Roasted Pistachio, all topped with goodies like berries, torched caramel marshmallows, lemon cheesecake or popping candy.
Is this dessert near me? Chip Bee/Holland Village and Orchard
www.facebook.com/sundayfolks.singapore

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Swensen’s

Classic American ice cream brand Swensen’s arrived in Singapore back in 1979, and has grown to dozens of outlets all over the island with all manner of ice cream sundaes and ice cream cakes. They’re Halal-certified, too!
Is this dessert near me? Order online for delivery or visit one of 25 locations around Singapore.
www.swensens.com.sg

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Local Dessert Specialities: Ice Kacang, Durian & More

Ah Chew Desserts

Since 2003, Ah Chew Desserts has been serving up traditional and modern Asian and Southeast Asian desserts (more than 50 in all, now!). Choose from hot and cold varieties of classics like Mango Sago, Glutinous Rice, Grass Jelly Mixed Fruits, Black Sesame Paste, Gingko Barley, and much, much more!
Is this dessert near me? Order online for islandwide delivery, or visit them in Bugis and Novena.
www.ahchewdesserts.com

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Ah Mah Homemade Cakes

Launched to great popularity in Singapore in 2017, Ah Mah Homemade Cakes are inspired by Taiwanese egg sponge cakes, and are made purely with milk, high quality, locally produced eggs, and flour. They’re also baked fresh daily with NO preservatives, and come in flavours like pandan, gula melaka, and golden salted egg. Their melt-in-your-mouth cheesecake is delish, too.
Is this dessert near me? Bukit Panjang, Choa Chu Kang, Paya Lebar, Vivo City
www.facebook.com/iloveahmahsg

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Jin Jin Desserts

There are outstanding ice kacang stalls all over the island, but consensus seems to be that this stall at ABC Brickworks in Bukit Merah is the cream of the crop. Their specialties: Gangster Mango Ice and Power Chendol featuring gula melaka sourced specially from Indonesia.
Is this dessert near me? Bukit Merah
www.facebook.com/JinJinDessertClub

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Mei Heong Yuen Dessert

If you’re craving traditional Chinese dessert, Mei Heong Yuen Dessert is one of Singapore’s pioneers, with roots from China dating back to 1950! You’ll find the classic herbal glass jelly and soya bean options here, along with black sesame desserts and even ice desserts with fruits and pearls!
Is this dessert near me? Chinatown, Novena, Eunos, Yishun, Bugis, Tanjong Pagar, Suntec City, Downtown East and Simei
www.meiheongyuendessert.com.sg

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Four Seasons Durians

Tracing its origins to a durian fruit stall on Thomson Road, Four Seasons Durians began turning out delectable cakes, durian desserts, crepes and more in the late 90s. Today they’ve got a flagship restaurant at Jewel and dessert counters across the island.
Is this dessert near me? Order online for delivery, or find them in AMK, Serangoon or Tampines.
www.facebook.com/fourseasonsdurians 

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Royal Durian

Royal Durian is one of the go-to Musang King durian specialists in Singapore! Besides actual durian fruit, Royal Durian offers a variety of delectable durian desserts from durian puffs, to mousse cups, sliced cakes and durian chocolate truffles! Everything is just so rich in creamy, sweet durian flavour, so if you’re a true durian lover, you have to try their desserts!
Is this dessert near me? Jurong
www.instagram.com/royalduriansg, WhatsApp: (+65) 8186 8552

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Bingsu desserts

Ice Lab

With a menu of 20 different bingsu flavours, Ice Lab is the perfect spot to find a dessert that will tickle everyone’s fancy! As bingsu is often served in large sharing portions, we appreciate that they offer smaller ‘Single’ portions for those who want something icy but not too over-the-top.
Is this dessert near me? Bugis & Jewel Changi Airport
icelab.sg

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HomeBest Dessert

This spot in Chinatown offers bingsu in a variety of flavours so you can beat the heat after a day of exploring! Choose from classic Korean rice cake bingsu to Matcha bingsu and even those with gelato on top so you get the best of shaved ice and ice cream in one dessert!
Is this dessert near me? Chinatown
www.facebook.com/bestbingsusingapore

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OH MY MANGO Dessertbar

Bingsu with fresh fruits, amazing flavours and available in four locations islandwide – that’s Oh My Mango Dessertbar! You’ll also find thick fluffy toasts topped with ice cream and a variety of sauces. It’ll be hard to pick just one flavour!
Is this dessert near me? Chinatown
www.facebook.com/OMMDB

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Oriental Ice Bistro

Oriental Ice Bistro is a Halal-certified cafe in Little India. Their menu boasts ‘Korean bingsu with a twist’, milkshakes, waffles, toast and a variety of specialty drinks!
Is this dessert near me? Little India
www.facebook.com/orientalicebistro

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Smile Dessert

Smile Dessert’s IG-worthy interiors are enough reason to check out one of their cafes (they have ball pits kids can play in!). But if it’s dessert you’re looking for, their bingsu, souffle pancakes and drinks will hit the spot.
Is this dessert near me? Funan, Bugis & Bras Basah
Follow Smile Dessert on Facebook

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Doughnuts, Pastries & Other Desserts

Ange Bakes

Love sweets but livin’ that keto lifestyle? Keto bakery AngeBakes uses only natural sugar substitutes, and all of their desserts are low-carb and comprised only of whole foods. We salivate over treats like Keto Pineapple Tarts, Earl Grey Cheesecake and Keto Brownies. Yum!
Is this dessert near me? Order online or visit their shop at City Hall
www.angebakesketo.com 

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Burnt Ends

True, they’re known for their barbecue, but Burnt Ends also serves up a slammin’ doughnut (which you can now order to enjoy at home from their online bakery shop). In addition to classic plain, dusted with just the right amount of sugar other doughnut varieties come filled with Passionfruit Curd, Nutella and Vanilla Cream.
Is this dessert near me? Order online for islandwide delivery, or find them in Dempsey..
www.bakery.burntends.com.sg

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D9 Cakery

Many of Singapore’s top hotels have spectacular dessert offerings, but only D9 seems to display them as if they were fine works of art or precious jewels. Pop into the lobby of the voco Singapore and you’ll find an impressive six-meter showcase of handcrafted, edible art pieces, from tarts and cheesecakes, to a whole range of Valrhona Chocolate-inspired confections. They’ve got amazing 2D and 3D birthday cakes made to order, too!
Is this dessert near me? Email for delivery, or find them on Orchard.
www.hiltonsingaporerestaurants.com/d9cakery 

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Dark Gallery

This boutique dark chocolate café serves up a bevy of handmade, artisanal, single-origin chocolates, all made right on site in their Halal kitchen. We adore their artisanal bonbons – particularly flavours like White Chocolate Rose Tea, Early Grey Peppermint, and Toffee Sea Salt (all 66% dark chocolate). And they’ve got plenty of plated desserts, too, like ice cream sundaes, waffles, chocolate cakes, and much more.
Is this dessert near me? Funan, Great World City, Orchard, Millennia Walk
www.thedarkgallery.com

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Korio

The husband and wife team behind these divine doughnuts settled on an 18-hour brioche dough after many hours of recipe tinkering — and the results are phenomenal. The simple Plain Glazed doughnut gets our vote but there’s also Peanut Butter & Jelly, Caramelised Biscuit and many more besides.
Is this dessert near me? Amoy Street
www.instagram.com/koriosg

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KURA Singapore

This cosy café in River Valley serves up high-quality French pastry with a Japanese twist (it takes its name from the Japanese word for “small house where one keeps one’s treasures”). Look for stunning specials like the Uji Matcha Tart or the Purple Sweet Potato Mont Violette (so pretty!), or treat yourself to the signature La Vie En Rose cake (Salted dark chocolate ganache tart).
Is this dessert near me? Available for delivery, or find them in River Valley.
www.kura.sg

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Lola Faye Cafe

This late-night dessert cafe (they open from 2pm – 2am daily!) is a new kid on the block within the Lavender area. Head to Lola Faye Cafe for waffles and ice cream, sweet stuffed croissants, towering milkshakes and more!
Is this dessert near me? Lavender
www.instagram.com/lolafaye.cafe

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Mr. Holmes Bakehouse

San Francisco-based bakery Mr. Holmes Bakehouse (the ‘cruffin’ creators!) is located in Orchard, offering their famous ‘cruffins’ – a hybrid croissant with a flaky, sugar-dusted and cream-filled croissant baked in the shape of a muffin. It’s the place to head for donuts, croissants and those delicious cruffins. And we are talking flavours like Tiramisu Cream and Mini Choc chip cruffins, Bacon Jalapeno Danishes and Matcha and Lemon Meringue Pie croissants!
Is this dessert near me? Orchard
www.facebook.com/mrholmesbakehousesg

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Nesuto Patisserie

Nesuto is a little sweet haven on Tras Street brought to you by the same folks behind Shuu by Koki Tamagoyaki, the choux pastry located in Raffles City. Find layer cakes like the green Matcha Souffle Sponge or black Goma Sesame, or our all time favourite Le ’Mmm — an Espresso Dark Chocolate layer sponge cake that manages the oxymoron of being fudgy yet light, with a Valhrona Jivara 40% Milk Ganache.
Is this dessert near me? Order online for delivery, or visit them on Tras Street.
www.facebook.com/dear.nesuto

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Seriously Keto

Seriously Keto uses Swerve, a sugar substitute made from erythritol and oligosaccharides that do not affect blood sugar or insulin levels (also great news for diabetics!). Their keto-friendly desserts range from double chocolate chip cookies to gorgeous cakes and cupcakes.
Is this dessert near me? Order online or find them on Seah Street.
www.seriouslyketo.com

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Sourbombe Artisanal Bakery

Bomboloni, croissants, choux pastry… hungry yet? Sourbombe Artisanal Bakery in Jewel and Dhoby Ghaut are famous for being Singapore’s first artisanal sourdough bomboloni cafe, so expect beautifully made pastries that look too good to eat!
Is this dessert near me? Jewel Changi Airport and Dhoby Ghaut
www.sourbombebakery.com

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Windowsill Pies

This Haji Lane café serves up truly delectable pies ranging from the classic (Pecan, Morello Cherry) to “Grasshopper” (Dark Chocolate Cake with peppermint whipped cream and salted chocolate cookie clusters) and “Toucan” (Pineapple and yoghurt curd, passionfruit seed glaze and homemade muesli morsels).
Is this dessert near me? Order online for delivery, or visit them on Haji Lane.
www.facebook.com/WindowsillPies

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2am Dessert Bar

Dessert for dinner? Sounds good to us! This elegant Holland Village boîte from celebrated pastry chef Janice Wong serves gorgeously inventive dishes that push the boundaries between sweet and savoury.
Is this dessert near me? Order online for delivery, or visit them in Holland Village.
www.2amdessertbar.com