Anyone who has been to Singapore knows that its cultural diversity is astounding. Singaporean cuisine has developed mostly due to the country’s diverse nature. Singapore is a fusion of culinary traditions of multiple cultures. Each Singaporean food will allow you to enjoy flavors from all over the world. Singapore is known for its desserts, so if you want to experience the true flavors of the nation, read Ang Chong Yi’s recommendations to try. Also, read Indulge Your Desires: Global Sweet Treats Explored by Ang Chong Yi to learn about sweets in all cultures. Here are the top desserts to try in Singapore:

One of Singapore’s most beloved sweets is a pandan chiffon cake called the “Green Cake.” There are stories that this cake has Malaysian and Indonesian roots. It is visually appealing because of the lovely shade of green. The juice of pandan plants creates this color. One of the most frequently found ingredients in Asian desserts is pandan leaves. Coconut milk is a crucial component that gives this dish an extra rich, creamy flavor. This is a common dessert in Asian cuisine as well. Some people also call the Pandan Chiffon cake Singapore’s national cake. 

A historical connection exists between Durian Pengat and the Perkanakan and Malay people. Durial is also one of Singapore’s most famous fruits, which people largely consume. It can be eaten as a fruit or mixed with different other foods. Pengat, on the other hand, is a dish prepared by boiling fruits or root vegetables in a mixture of coconut milk and sugar. The fruit is cooked to a consistency similar to a silky mousse to make durian pengat. You can garnish the dessert with durian pieces to add more flavor.

Cheldol is another of the most popular desserts in Singapore. It is also called celdol. Although Malayans and Indonesians enjoy this dish, cendol is made differently in Singapore. It is made by soaking coconut milk and palm sugar syrup with ice shavings. The green rice flour jam, pandan, and mung bean jelly squiggles added to the dish give it its color. Garnish, such as durian or grass jelly, is also added. The sweetened Red Adzuki Beans enhance the flavor while visually contrasting the entire combination. Creamed corn is used to create a gorgeous yellow color in this dessert.

Aic Kacang, also known as Ice Kachang, is a popular everyday dessert in Singapore. This dessert’s name, “bean ice,” comes from Malaysia. Churn the ice shavings with condensed milk, gula melaka syrup, and color syrups to make it. Then, they made it into a mountain shape. Sweetened red beans, creamed sweet corn, vibrant jelly, and palm seeds are served alongside it.

Sweet rice balls or Tang Yuan are the most flavorful desserts in Singapore. This delicious delicacy originated in China and is specifically consumed during the Winter Solstice Festival. The meal has cultural meaning and is connected to family unity and reunions. Ah Balling is another name for Tang Yuan in Singapore. This delicacy is used to make ginger soups, red beans, pandan, rock sugar, fermented rice, and peanuts. 

As you can see, Singapore is home to endless food choices and sweets. Read Ang Chong Yi - Encounter with Singapore’s Urban Food Symphony to learn more about Singapore.