15 Unique Durian Desserts in Singapore For A Quick Durian Fix
If the orchid is Singapore’s national flower, then the durian is our national fruit. Over the years, we’ve adapted them into different desserts, confectionery, and even pizzas! There’s nothing better than the real deal, which is cracking open the thorny green husks and digging into the custardy, creamy fruit. But for those days when we can’t get durians or just don’t have the time, here are some of unique durian desserts in Singapore that will satisfy any craving!
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12 Gin Thye
Gin Thye is a famous traditional brand offering a wide variety of wedding biscuits and cakes, but did you know that other than its traditional bakes, they also have durian desserts? Its bestseller is the Premium Durian Mochi that features thick-skinned QQ Japanese mochi stuffed to the brim with pure durian pulp. Pop it in the freezer for a few hours and enjoy it like a mochi ice cream!
818 Durians and Pastries
818 Durians and Pastries is most famous for its choux puff, piped to the brim with cream made from fresh durian. They come chilled and frozen, and they are also popular for the Frozen Durian Sandwich featuring a thick layer of durian flesh in between two golden slices of bread. If you’re craving for the real thing instead, 818 Durians and Pastries also serves up scoops of pure durian flesh and ind...
99 Old Trees
Located in Chinatown, 99 Old Trees is hard to miss thanks to its aesthetics and beautiful murals on its walls. Here, you can enjoy durian desserts such as its signature Stinky Bomb, a choux puff filled with Mao Shan Wang flesh and cream, topped with butter sugar crumbs. Or, go for the Stinky Roll - a Japanese sponge cake with a generous layer of fresh Mao Shan Wang flesh and cream. For the older f...
Dessert Bowl
Besides waffles and traditional Hong Kong dessert soups, Dessert Bowl also has a few durian offerings on its menu. There are refreshing options such as Snow Ice with Durian Puree or a Durian Crepe. But the must-try here is the Durian Mousse, served in a bowl with a huge dollop of durian puree. Craving for more? You can also opt to add on another spoonful of puree!
Durian Lab Cafe
Right next to Ah Seng Durian at Bukit Merah is Durian Lab Cafe, where you can enjoy a medley of durian desserts. Feast on the likes of MSW Burnt Cheesecake, durian tarts, shortcake, and cruffins. Or if you’d prefer a cold treat, there’s Mao Shan Wang ice cream along with chocolate and vanilla flavours which you can pair with some waffles!
DurianBB Singapore
With a 4.9 rating on Google, many tout DurianBB as the best durian dessert spot in the whole of Singapore. Some must-trys include the King-on-King MSW Durian Burnt Cheesecake with huge pieces of durians atop the cheesecake, the Boom – Mao Shan Wang Mousse Cake, 50/50 Musang King Gelato Bar, and Mao Shan Wang Puff. Or go for their signature beverage instead! The Mao Shan Wang Milkshake is made with...
Emicakes
Emicakes specialises in cakes, including durian ones that are incredibly popular. However, when it comes to durian desserts they are perhaps better known for the durian puffs that they’ve been churning out for many years. The cloud-like puff sees a generous amount of fresh D24 Durian filling that oozes out with every bite. It also comes in a bundle of 24, which is perfect for sharing with the whol...
Golden Moments
If you’re a durian fan then you’ve most definitely heard of Golden Moments, known as one of the most popular brands when it comes to durian desserts in Singapore. You may already know of their IG-worthy Signature Galaxy Mao Shan Wang Durian Cake, or the other flavour renditions like the Signature Black Forest Mao Shan Wang and the Pandan Mao Shan Wang Durian Cake. Apart from these delicious cakes,...
Ms Durian
Ms Durian is a specialty cafe in Little Indian that serves all things durian. The highlights include its D24 Craquelin, MSW Durian Pudding, Classic MSW Durian Cake, and MSW Ice Cream. If you consider yourself a true durian fan, then why not consider their Mao Shan Wang Durian High Tea ($45+) which starts off with three savoury dishes followed by four durian desserts. You also get to choose coffee,...
Musang King by Four Season Durian
Head on down to Musang King by Four Season Durian to enjoy fresh durian desserts. The array of desserts include Mao Shan Wang Crepes, Premium Durian Swiss Roll, Premium Durian Puffs, Mao Shan Wang Durian Mochi, Durian Kaya, as well as Mao Shan Wang Durian Ice Cream. It doesn’t matter what type of durian dessert or pastry you’re craving for. Chances are, Musang King by Four Seasons Durian has it!