PUBLISHED August 11th, 2022 07:00 am | UPDATED January 3rd, 2023 09:04 pm
Can’t get enough to satisfy that sweet tooth? Got a bad case of the cravings in the wee hours of that night when delivery platforms have shut? We know the struggle all too well. Here’s our handy list of light night dessert spots that will sweeten up your night in no time. Some of them are open even until 2am (yippie!).
Western Desserts
2am: dessertbar
Perfect for intimate date nights, Janice Wong’s 2am dessertbar’s offerings are not only delicious but also extremely gorgeous to look at. Case in point: the Mango Yuzu (S$18), featuring mango yuzu mousse, speculoos, and mango pastry cream served in a glass. They’ve also got vegan and keto-friendly options available for guilt free munchies. To level up the indulgence sip on a dazzling array of beverages – from tea and coffee to champagne and cocktails.
2am: dessertbar is located at 21A Lorong Liput, Holland Village, Singapore 277733. Open Tues-Sun 1pm-12am.
Looking to send a cake to your loved ones overseas? Try Cakes Overseas to send wine, cookies and birthday cakes.
Cafe de Muse
A hidden gem in the bustling city centre that’s open 24 hours? Count us in. Giving all day dinning a spin for its money, Café de Muse’s got a load of the sweet goodies at their restaurant on level one for whenever you want. Cakes, tarts, Crème Brûlée (S$12), Cinnamon Churros (S$15), Fruit Waffles (S$16) – you name it and they’ve got it. In a east meets west spin, you’ll also find show-stopping bingsu here, with flavours that include Fresh Melon (S$20), Mango (S$20), and Strawberry (S$18).
Cafe de Muse is located at 350 Orchard Road, #01-K5/K6 & #02-K4, Shaw House – Isetan Scotts, Singapore 238868. Open daily 24 hours (level one), 10am-9.30pm (Level 2).
Butterspace Bakery
The midnight coffee and dessert combo never goes out of style. Open till 2am, get a crunchy and chewy sweet treat to accompany your sleepless nights at Butterspace Bakery. The Sandwich Cookie (S$8.50) is bound to give you a sugar-rush with oozy marshmallow, a scoop of ice cream, along with toppings and sauce, whilst netizens can’t seem to get enough of the Birthday Cake cookie (S$5.80), a mix of aromatic buttery, flaky and crunchy delight.
Butterspace Bakery is located at 55 Chai Chee Dr, #01-198, Singapore 460055. Open daily 12pm-2am.
Twenty Grammes
While their ice cream and waffles are hot favourites among regulars, the beautiful tartlets and decadent mini-cakes at Twenty Grammes are dark horses that deserve more credit. Try their Fruit Tartlet (S$28, four pieces) and the handcrafted Earl Grey Salted Caramel Bundt Cakes (S$18, four pieces). For sharing, keep an eye out for dessert boxes that allow you to sample more of their delectable goods at once.
Twenty Grammes is located at 75 North Bridge Road, #01-01, Singapore 198721. Open Mon-Thu 12pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 12pm-1am, Sun 12pm-10pm.
Ice Cream & Waffles
Smitten Ice Cream Bar
Halal-certified ice cream that doesn’t compromise on flavour – dare we say we indeed are smitten? With something for everyone to love, Smitten Ice Cream Bar is serving up rich robust flavours of cold treats like Artisan Chocolate, Earl Grey Lavender, Atlas Paddle Pop, Tropical Soursop at only S$4.60 per scoop. Whet that appetite as you upgrade your scoop with a waffle, brownie, or croffle that are made to order.
Smitten Ice Cream Bar is located at 348 Bedok Road, #01-11, Singapore 469560. Open Sun-Thurs 12pm-11pm, Fri-Sat & PH Eve 12pm-1am. Closed every 1st and 3rd Monday of the month.
Icebar
At the Tiktok-approved Icebar, you’ll be amazed by the picturesque iridescent neon signs, more than thirty flavours of ice cream to beat the heat or complement your late-night vibes. Prices start from S$4.20 per scoop and S$0.50 for additional toppings, we’ve got a spot that’s value for money. Don’t skip out on the waffles, which are available in original, coffee and charcoal flavours. For our lactose-intolerant friends, a selection of dairy free options is also available.
Icebar has outlets in Hougang Green Shopping Mall and GR.id Mall. Open till 2am on weekends.
Tittle Tattle
Amongst the booze and the enticing mains, we’ve found that Tittle Tattle’s fames waffles are also worth the hype. Just as delicious as it looks, the Tittle Tattle Disaster is a go-to with fresh ingredients, topped with macaroons, marshmallows, chocolate, powdered sugar and more onto the thick and filling buttermilk Belgian waffle. With free Wi-Fi and power sockets, it’s not a bad place to curate your power-point slides or prepare for a meeting pitch!
Tittle Tattle is located at 183 Selegie Rd, #01-03, Singapore 188329. Open Mon-Thu 5.30pm-11.30pm, Fri-Sun 5.30pm-3am.
Lickers
Expect velvety smooth and creamy ice cream here in this artisanal dessert haven in Kovan. Tea lovers should definitely try the Chrysanthemum Ginseng, while those who enjoy fruitier flavours should snag a Strawberry Peach Yogurt. All flavours pair well with their waffles and coupled with the neon signs and artsy decor, Lickers is a great place for your midnight munchies.
Lickers is located at Block 124, Hougang Avenue 1, Singapore 530124. Open Tues-Thu 1pm-2am, Fri-Sun 12pm-2am. Closed Mon.
Asian Desserts
Wan Wan Thai Café
Another Tiktok famous space, did you know that Wan Wan Thai Café is open till 3am? Indulge in Thai-style treats & desserts in a vibrant atmosphere coupled with ambient lighting and lots of flora. The hot picks here include the new Wan Wan Thai Lava Bread (S$12.90), which comes in six flavoured fillings including Thai Milk Tea, Thai Green Tea, Thai Bandung, Thai Butterfly Pea, Hokkaido Milk, and Chocolate, and the irresistible Thai Milktea Bingsu.
Wan Wan Thai Café is located at 127A Bencoolen Street, Singapore 189637. Open daily 12.30pm-3am.
O’Bok Dabang Korean Café
Fried chicken? Or a good ole waffle? Why choose one when you can have both Inject a little sweetness to your life with newly-launched O’Bok Dabang Korean Café. Coming in hot (and cold!) are your favourite savoury croffles served with Jalapeño Cheese, or sweet options like the Almond Cranberry Croffle, and dreamy Tiramisu Croffle. There’s coffee or tea to pair, or be a rebel with a side of uber-yummy chicken wings to munch on instead.
O’Bok Dabang Korean Café is located at 70 Stamford Road 01-22A Li Ka Shing Library, Singapore 178901. Open Mon-Sat 7.30am-11pm.
Dessert First
Traditional Chinese sweets await! Dessert First has an extensive menu so bringing your pals might be a good idea for sampling their mouth-watering wares. Enjoy shaved ice in a variety of fruity flavours and warm your bellies with glutinous rice balls in soup or rolled in peanut crumble. Durian lovers will also love their rich durian creations made from D24 durians.
Dessert First is located at 8 Liang Seah Street, #01-04, Singapore 189029. Open Mon-Tue, Thu 1pm-12am, Fri-Sat 1pm-1am, Sun 12.30pm-12am. Closed Wed.
Top Image: Twenty Grammes