Doughnuts with their fluffy texture and delectable variety of flavours, have long held a special place in the hearts of the sweet tooth.
In Singapore, this love for Doughnut has blossomed into an array of shops each with its unique twist on this classic treat.
From traditional glazes to innovative local infusions, Singapore’s Doughnut shops offer a spectrum of flavour, seamlessly blending local-inspired fillings like pandan, durian, and gula melaka with the classic doughnut base.
The rise of artisanal bakeries and a growing appreciation for handcrafted, quality desserts have propelled the popularity of gourmet Doughnuts.
Here are some of the best Doughnut shops in Singapore you can head to:
Puffs and Peaks
866A Tampines Street 83, #03-03, Tampines Central Community Complex, Singapore 521866
Opening Hours: 10:30am – 5pm or sold out (Thurs – Sun), Closed Mon – Wed
Some of you may be familiar with popular online baker Puffs and Peaks. They also have a bakery café at Tampines Central Community Complex.
There were four Doughnut flavours ($3.80 each, if min 6) available at the point of visit – Pandan Coconut, Matcha, Taro and Passionfruit, and the flavours rotate every week.
I was lucky enough to snag one of each flavour, of which passionfruit was already left with just the last few solo pieces.
On the first bite, I was pretty much sold.
Their Doughnut texture was rather light and airy, dusted with sugar granules and accompanied with generously stuffed custard cream fillings.
Contrary to other Doughnuts that usually come with denser and heavier textures, this combination was on point and I could easily finish one on my own without feeling jelak (too cloying).
Read more at: Puffs and Peaks (Tampines)
Sourbombe Artisanal Bakery – Jewel Changi Airport
Jewel Changi Airport #02-237, 78 Airport Boulevard, Singapore 819666
Opening Hours: 11am – 9pm (Mon – Fri), 11am – 10pm (Sat – Sun)
Sourbombe Artisanal Bakery – Penang Road
UBS at 9 Penang Road, #02-03, Singapore 238459
Opening Hours: 10am – 5:30pm (Tues – Sun), Closed Mon
The brand was started by Genevieve Lee (runner-up of MasterChef Singapore’s first season) and partners. It focuses on sourdough Bomboloni – Italian doughnuts piped with various fillings.
Other than outlets at Penang Road, Jewel Changi Airport and Wisma Atria, it has opened a new takeaway shop at One Holland Village.
Using homegrown sourdough starters for all her bakes, customers can look forward to Sourdough Bomboloni aka Sourbombe, Danish Pastries, and Viennoiseries such as Truffle Croissant ($9).
Sourbombe choices include Cinnabombe ($3.60), Basque Burnt Cheesecake ($5.60), Dark Chocolate Hazelnut Praline ($5.60), Kahlua Coffee Pistachio ($5.60), Crème Brûlée ($4.80), Blueberry & Lemon Thyme ($4.80) and Lavender Lime Mascarpone ($4.80).
For something more ‘classic’, the Cinnabombe ($3.60) should be a delightful treat, simple but so soft, fluffy and chewy yet airy at the same time, just lightly flavoured with cinnamon and sugar.
Read more at: Sourbombe Artisanal Bakery (Jewel Changi Airport)
Sin and Savage Bakehouse
169 Stirling Road, #01-1153, Stirling View, Singapore 140169
Opening Hours: 10:30am – 9pm (Tues – Fri), 9:30am – 9:30pm (Sat – Sun), Closed Mon
Sin and Savage Bakehouse is a combination of both “Sinful” sweets and “Savage” treats for diners to indulge in.
While there is nothing too fancy about their interior with 5 tables indoors and another 5 tables outdoors, their menu is more extensive than the typical heartland cafe.
Donuts are available in 6 different flavours (and more): Cinnamon Sugar, Hazelnut Ganache, Speculoos Cookie Butter, Charcoal Dalgonut, Lemon Meringue and Messy Milo Overload.
The Charcoal Dalgonut ($5) caught my attention, an entirely black donut made from charcoal powder, with the once-trending dalgona coffee filling.
The lava-like texture of the dalgona reminded me of Circuit Breaker days, something fun, simple and tasty to make.
The bittersweet espresso taste was distinctive, and well balanced by the sweet, chewy donut.
Read more at: Sin and Savage Bakehouse (Stirling Road)
Brawn & Brains Coffee – Hamilton
16 Hamilton Road, #01-06, Singapore 209186
Tel: +65 8101 5211
While the coffee place is seldom in-your-face and not often on the radar, Brawn and Brains Coffee has gathered quite a loyal fan base over the years who vouch for the quality of coffee.
The space is quite big with a U-configuration coffee counter. The seats on one side are suitable for communal dining, while the other is more suited for individuals or pairs who prefer a quiet time with coffee.
Hamilton Cafe currently does not serve up food as it is still in a soft launch phase.
However, you can still order an espresso-based coffee (served double ristretto), with options such as Long Black ($4.50), Caffe Latte ($5.50), Flat White ($5.50), Cappuccino ($5.50) and Caffe Mocha ($6.50).
While this is not exactly a Doughnut specialty café, the team does them well.
Grab a BB Donut ($4.20) to go along with your coffee, from the Classic Sugar to those filled with Lemon Curd, Milo Custard, House-made Kaya and House-made Berries Jam.
There are also some pastries such as the Korvapuusti or Finnish Cinnamon Bun ($5.50), Rustic Apple Galette ($5.80) and Mixed Summer Berries Galette ($6).
Read more at: Brawn & Brains Coffee (Hamilton Road)
The Fat Kid Bakery
39 Amoy Street, Singapore 069865 (Telok Ayer MRT)
Opening Hours: 8am – 5pm (Mon – Thurs), 8am – 6:30pm (Fri), 10:30am – 4pm (Sat), Closed Sun
The Fat Kid Bakery is no stranger to the scene. On the menu, you would find sweet cream-filled Sourdough Donuts which are affectionately named ‘Bombos’.
Expect flavours like Classic ($3.80), Chocolate Mess ($4.50), Vanilla Crème Brûlée ($4.50), Earl Grey Milk ($4.50), Blueberry Cheesecake ($5.30), Citrus Bomb ($5.30), Summerberries ($5.30), Seasalt Maple ($5.50) and Roasted Hazelnut ($5.80).
The dough itself of the Bombo was light and airy with a bit of that Sourdough tang. It was a delightful surprise as I was expecting a messy affair, but was easy to tear apart.
Seasalt Maple Bombo ($5.50) was filled with sweet cream with hints of maple syrup. The saltiness of the sea salt gave a good contrast to the sweet treat which made it more enjoyable.
Next, I tried the Roasted Hazelnut Bombo ($5.80) which carried extremely strong notes of hazelnut alongside light chocolatey cream.
As with the rest of the Bombos, the fillings were generous till they seemed to have no end. But not so filled that it was messy to eat.
Read more at: The Fat Kid Bakery (Amoy Street)
Tim Hortons Singapore
VivoCity #01-207, 1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore 098585
Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm (Mon – Sun)
Tim Hortons isn’t just a coffee place; it’s a slice of Canadian culture, right here in Singapore. It is known to use 100% Premium Arabica beans that are responsibly sourced.
The Singapore menu offers a tantalising array of signature beverages, famed sourdough melts, freshly prepared donuts, and the internationally adored Timbits®.
Timbits®, a signature Tim Hortons item, are bite-sized donuts. The Classic Glaze has soft, airy texture and a sweet, smooth glaze that isn’t overly sugary.
There is also the Birthday Cake Timbit® – a white cake with glaze and colourful sprinkles. My personal favourite is the Cinnamon Sugar Timbit® with a pillowy texture and a touch of fragrant spice.
A pack of six Donuts ($20) currently launched in Singapore includes Classic Glaze, Belgian Dark Chocolate, Maple Salted Caramel, and Strawberry Belgian White Chocolate Donut.
I liked the Boston Cream. The soft yeast-filled donut, dipped in chocolate fondant and filled with rich Venetian cream, was quite indulgent. If you prefer something more refreshingly, then go for the Yuzu Lemon Cream Donut with a citrusy take.
Read more at: Tim Hortons (VivoCity)
Mister Donut
Velocity@Novena Square #01-72, 238 Thomson Road, Singapore 307683
Opening Hours: 11am – 9pm or sold out (Mon – Sun)
Mister Donut in Velocity@Novena Square stands out as more than just a typical Donut shop. It offers an expanded café area complete with seating.
In terms of pricing, each donut ranges from $2.30 to $2.50. For those looking to indulge in more than one, half a dozen pack is priced at $14 or 10 Donuts for $23.
For newcomers to Mister Donut, a must-try is their signature “Pon De Ring.”
Additionally, there are unique options exclusive to Singapore, such as the Pon De Ring Chocolate and Strawberry Chocolate.
These donuts are unique for their mochi-like centres, offering a softer, chewier experience. While various flavours like strawberry and chocolate are available, the classic version remains a popular choice for its simplicity and sweetness.
The Yeast Donuts section should not be missed either, featuring an array of exciting choices including Honey Dip, Sugar Raised, Chocolate Ring, Strawberry Ring, Angel Cream, and Custard Cream.
Read more at: Mister Donut (Velocity@Novena Square)
Haritts Donuts & Coffee ハリッツ
2 Havelock Road, #01-08, Singapore 059763
Opening Hours: 10:30am – 5pm (Tues – Fri, Sun), Closed Mon, Sat
With origins in Japan, Haritts gained popularity for its unique flavours and soft, chewy texture.
Born as a mobile café back in September 2004, it was known to introduce “a new genre of Japanese donuts” with no super sweet flavours or colourful exteriors.
The dough has to be fermented two to three times depending on the temperature and humidity; and each donut involves a five-minute frying process under low temperature.
The shop often features a variety of flavours, ranging from classic like chocolate and vanilla to more innovative and locally inspired ones.
Flavours offered at the Singapore store include Original, Cinnamon Currants, Chocolate, Cream Cheese, Earl Grey, Matcha, Raspberry White Choco, Banana Choco, and Kaya – the local Singapore special.
Read more at: Haritts Donuts (Havelock II)
Mr. Holmes Bakehouse Singapore
9 Scotts Rd, Pacific Plaza Level 1 #01-01/02/03, Singapore 228210
Opening Hours: 8am – 8pm (Mon – Sun)
Founded by co-owner and pastry chef Aaron Caddel, Mr. Holmes Bakehouse was first established in 2014 as a humble wholesale bakery along the bustling Tenderhill district in San Francisco, before it catapulted to fame on social media over its cruffins.
Said to be created by Mr. Holmes Bakehouse, Cruffin is a cross between a croissant and a muffin, with the flaky texture of a croissant and the flavour of a muffin.
Over in Singapore, the menu includes Cruffins ($5.80), Donuts ($4 – $6.50), Croissants ($4 – 7.50), Danish ($7), Sweet Buns ($6), Sandwiches ($13), Salads ($16) and Beverages ($4.50 – $8).
They seemed to get it right with the flakiness, fluffy inner texture and smooth creamy filling yet not artificial tasting.
Okay. My main qualm about pastries and cakes from America is the sweetness level, but this didn’t go overboard at all.
Croissants which come in flavours of Matcha, Chocolate and Ham & Cheese, were slightly on the dry side, but better than the average.
Read more at: Mr Holmes Bakehouse (Orchard)
Nakey
10 Trengganu Street, Singapore 058464
Opening Hours: 8am – 6pm (Mon – Sun)
Interestingly, Nakey is opened by Sawasdee Thai Restaurant next door, but you do not see any Thai influence in the café’s offerings. I thought it was somewhat of a missed opportunity.
The highlight of Nakey’s menu is undoubtedly their Bombolone-style donuts. These Italian-inspired donuts are round and filled with various delectable flavours.
The Nutty Praline ($6) flavour offers a combination of creamy nutty and sweet praline filling, covered by sugared pillowy though.
The “Custard Bastard” ($5.50) donut is also recommended if you prefer something more classic, with its smooth and creamy custard filling that ooze with every bite.
For those looking for a more refreshing option, the Lemon Basil ($6) donut provides a zesty experience.
Aside from the donuts, Nakey Café also offers a selection of interesting bagels. The Plain, Matcha, and Charcoal Bagels may catch your attention.
Read more at: Nakey (Chinatown)
Pelle and Pepe
83 Joo Chiat Place, #01-01, Singapore 427800
Opening Hours: 9am – 4pm (Thurs – Fri), 8:30am – 4pm (Sat – Sun), Closed Mon – Wed
The bakery’s commitment to a wholegrain-forward approach is commendable, evident in its use of natural ingredients and a steadfast avoidance of yeast.
The painstaking process includes combining stone-ground whole and wheat flour using decadent Elle & Vire butter and ensuring a slow proof over a long night.
I was recommended their Sourdough Donuts, with offerings such as Blueberry Compote Roasted Nut Butter Donut ($8), Mojojojo Spice Donut ($5.50), to Apple Pie Donut ($7.50).
The Apple Pie Donut ($7.50) had a different exterior from the usual – slightly crusty and golden brown. It gave way to the soft inside, though not as fluffy as those outside you would expect.
The filling was the true star: a burst of apple’s natural sweetness (and not too sweet), subtly spiced, evoking the comforting flavours of a traditional apple pie.
There were also wholegrain pastries such as Croissant, Pain au Chocolat, Mixed Berries Custard Danish, Banana Caramel Danish, Jalapeño Popper Danish, to Tomato dal Egg Danish.
Read more at: Pelle and Pepe Bakery (Joo Chiat)
Burnt Ends Bakery
7 Dempsey Rd, 01-01, Singapore 249671
Opening Hours: 8am – 4pm (Thurs – Sun), Closed Mon – Wed
Michelin-starred Restaurant Opens Bakery Cafe At Dempsey
It has been some wait, but Michelin-starred restaurant Burnt Ends has opened a bakery cafe at Dempsey itself.
Well, take note that it is only for four days a week, and some of the popular items can get snapped up very early in the morning.
You can find pastries such as Cinnamon Knots, Scones, Gruyere Cheese & Scallion Scones; along with their famous Doughnuts in flavours of Lemon Meringue, Coffee, Pandan, Nutella, Vanilla Cream and Milo Dinosaur.
The Nutella ones are the best-sellers.
While there are no seats on the inside, there are some on the outside to enjoy the cool breeze and savour the pastries you can get your hands on.
Read more at: Burnt Ends Bakery (Dempsey)
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