What’s your idea of the perfect dessert? For us, it’s the French hit pastry, the cream puffs. Also known as choux à la crème, they are light and airy, oozing with rich and luscious cream, and happen to be the most iconic pastries in France. If you haven’t tried these bites of goodness yet (yes, we will judge you) check these places in our very own Singapore compiled by Expat Choice.
They come in classic as well as unconventional combinations of flavours, and are sure to give the Mont Blanc or the Mille-feuille a serious run for their money. Keep reading to check which places to check out for cream puffs that hit the sweet spot. Image Credit: Baristart Coffee Facebook Page
PIPES by Hattendo
Ever imagined having pastries for dessert? Well, with PIPES by Hattendo around the corner, you won’t have to imagine it anymore. Go for the classic cream puff with the delicious, creamy custard (easily the bestseller here) or get a box of five if you can’t settle on one. Customize your purchase with unorthodox flavours like azuki bean and matcha, and select some regular ones like chocolate to balance the crazy. Oh and did you know the Yuzu Cream Bun is a seasonal favourite which comes with pure Yuzu essence infused custard cream and kochi jelly? Image Credit: Hattendo Singapore Facebook Page
a. 331 New Bridge Rd, #01-02 Dorsett Residences, Singapore 088764
Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory
As the name suggests, Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory is renowned for its Cheesecake and Cheese cookies. But if you haven’t had their lip smacking cream puffs, then you’ve missed out on a lot in life. Don’t fret though. Better late than never. The cream puff goes by the alias “Milk Pie”, which is mascarpone cheese and cream generously packed in a choux and filo pastry. We recommend the classic version of this pastry but if you must order a different flavour, check out the Christmas favourite Dark Chocolate Drizzled Milk Pie. The festive season is not far now. Image Credit: Tokyo Milk Cheese Factory SG Facebook Page
a. 252 North Bridge Road #B1-73, Raffles City Shopping Centre, Singapore 179103
Kazo Singapore
Kazo in Singapore originated in Taiwan by the name of Nichifu, and it specializes in what is the feature of today’s article: the cream puffs. Every single ingredient is flown into Singapore from Taiwan on a regular basis to ensure consistency across all outlets. Well, now you know they take their business seriously. While it is true that they only have 4 flavours here, you won’t mind getting second and third helpings of the same flavours again. Pick your favourite from Chocolate, Hokkaido Cream, Matcha and Durian, or order all of them. No one will judge you. Oh and did we mention that they go perfectly well with a bottle of fresh Organic Soya Bean? Image Credit: Kazo Singapore Facebook Page
a. 3 Temasek Boulevard #01-K7, Tower 4 East Wing, Singapore 038983
w. www.kazo.sg/
Pantler
Pantler is the perfect example of pure indulgence on a plate. A deliciously delicate choux baked to perfection, gushing with a velvety soft and an equally rich cream filling mixed with crispy nougatines, thereby elevating the entire dessert experience is what the cream puffs at Pantler are all about. Is there even room for guilt anymore? Image Credit: Pantler Facebook Page
a. 474 River Valley Rd, Singapore 248359
Pulse Patisserie
The pastries at Pulse Patisserie are surely a heartthrob for tourists and expatriates alike. The cream puffs here take an unexpected, yet delicious turn. They have mini choux pastries dripping with savoury salted egg custard (be sure to ask for extra tissues). Apart from salted egg yolk choux pastries, they even have the croquembouche designs for festive occasions. You can choose a total of three flavours from the countless options here. Some favourites include the fruity passionfruit and strawberry, or the decadent and creamy hazelnut praline and lavender chocolate. Image Credit: Pulse Patisserie Facebook Page
a. 42 N Canal Rd, Singapore 059298
Baristart
Start your day with a cream puff from Baristart. Who said you can’t have a sweet breakfast? The only piece of advice we can give: carry an extra T shirt. The cream puffs here are unabashedly messy, and you will need to clean up after you’re done devouring these devils. The shell of the pastry is packed with crunchy sugar crystals which protect the Hokkaido BIEI Jersey Milk Custard cream centre. Wash these carbs down with a fresh cappuccino or an espresso shot. Image Credit: Baristart Coffee Facebook Page
a. 65 Tras St, Singapore 079004
