Decadent, delightful and so darn delish. Forget that diet ‘cos all we can think about are these artisanal chocolates in Singapore.
These aren’t your ordinary chocolates in Singapore. Upping the ante in flavour, presentation and technique, artisanal chocolates by local makers are truly the best. From small-batch cacao creations to a rhapsody of flavours, no two chocolate bars and bonbons are the same. So put aside your tarts, pies, donuts, croissants and cakes for a second and indulge in these confectionery treats!
Best artisanal chocolates in Singapore
1. Janice Wong
Vibrant, innovative bonbons with unique flavours by an award-winning local dessert chef
Janice Wong is no stranger to the culinary world. The award-winning chef pushes boundaries in the confectionery scene with bold flavours and innovative cooking techniques. The result? Tasty works of art. Don’t be fooled by the fun, vibrant designs. Bonbon creations (from $26) featuring savoury ingredients will change everything you know about chocolate. But wait, there’s more! Edible crayons ($38) used to draw on rice paper are sure to be a hit with the kids. We’ve seen and tried ‘em ourselves. Let’s just say, our minds were blown.
Janice Wong, available online and at multiple locations including Paragon and Gardens By The Bay
2. Fossa Chocolate
Locally handcrafted chocolates made from ethically sourced cacaos and wrapped in eco-friendly packaging
When we think about Singapore chocolatiers, the name that comes to mind is Fossa Chocolate. From roasting, cracking and winnowing the cacao beans to refining ‘em into chocolate to moulding and tempering. Everything is done by hand at a workshop in Singapore. The team continues to surprise us with cutting-edge collections, from earthy tea chocolate and spicy mala (say what?) to salted egg cereal. The chocolate bars (from $9) are filled with levels of flavour and the packaging is next level. In fact, you can customise your own for special events.
Fossa Chocolate, available online
3. Laderach
Top-notch chocolates handcrafted in Switzerland and airflown fresh to Singapore
Ask the Internet hive mind about the best chocolate in Singapore and Laderach will inevitably come up. Of course, everyone knows the Swiss are masters in making decadent, chocolatey treats. Having been in the business for over 50 years, expect nothing but the best from this highly-revered brand. Get your hands on the tablet range ($15.50) that boasts the pure taste of chocolates or the beloved FrischSchoggi (from $22) infused with nuts like pistachio, hazelnut and macadamia, and come in various sizes. Oh, and the pralines (from $9) are an excellent choice for gifts!
Laderach, available online and at multiple locations including Takashimaya and Raffles City
4. Tony’s Chocolonely
Deliciously creamy, chunky Dutch chocolate bars in vibrant, distinctive wrappers
Ever dreamt of having a Willy Wonka chocolate bar in your hands? We found the next best thing. Tony’s Chocolonely is more than just a chocolate brand, it’s also on a mission to create ethically sourced chocolate for all. The team’s ultimate goal is to end modern slavery in cocoa farms. The brand continues to advocate for fair trade and walks the talk with its annual Fair report. As for the chocolate here, the bars (from $10 for 180g) are chunky and come in flavours like caramel sea salt, almond honey nougat and hazelnut.
Tony’s Chocolonely, available at multiple locations including Cold Storage, The Cocoa Trees, and Little Farms
5. Chocolate Origin
Decadent halal-certified chocolate truffles and bars
Mention Chocolate Origin and we immediately think of the chocolate cake with silky smooth glaze. But for the perfect gift, the chocolate truffles and bars will have you sorted. Available in hazelnut, milk or dark variations, a box of truffles ($20.70) has 20 pieces – each packed with creamy and intense chocolate notes.
Chocolate Origin, available online and at multiple locations including Jewel Changi Airport and United Square
6. Lemuel Chocolate
Beautifully packaged dark chocolate bars and bonbons that make great gifts
Warning: This one’s for serious chocolate lovers only. A trip to a popular bean-to-bar confectionery store in Japan inspired founders Ronald Ng and Hideki Sakanishi to create their brand of chocolates. The rest, as they say, is history. Today, Lemuel Chocolate is one of Singapore’s finest chocolatiers. And that’s thanks to its attention to quality, flavour and use of sustainable cocoa beans from around the world. Every single-origin chocolate bar ($15) and bonbon set (from $24) is packaged beautifully so there’s no need to worry about wrapping your gift.
Lemuel Chocolate, available online
7. Embrace Chocolate
Locally crafted dark chocolates that are vegan, organic and gluten-free
For those into dark chocolate, this bean-to-bar chocolate shop in Joo Chiat is waiting to welcome you. The offerings (from $16) are made of single-origin chocolate from countries such as Tanzania, the Dominican Republic, and the Philippines. We like that the chocolate bars are vegan, organic and gluten-free, so you can gift them to your loved ones for any occasion.
Embrace Chocolate, available online and at 307 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427558
8. Chocolate Anatomy
Chocolate truffles in various flavours and seasonal omakase-style boxes perfect for gifting
What started as a personal project for friends and family has now turned into a chocolate enterprise. Chocolate Anatomy is out and about creating new and exciting recipes that feature, you guessed it, chocolate. Try the recipe that started it all, the classic truffle ($27) in flavours like raspberry, espresso and salted caramel. Also, check out the seasonal menu of omakase-style boxes (from $37) for a customised experience.
Chocolate Anatomy, available online and at The Promenade @ Pelikat, 183 Jalan Pelikat, Singapore 537643
9. AnjaliChocolat
Diverse collections of chocolates with unique flavour pairings made fresh daily
Whipping out decadent creations since 2014, AnjaliChocolat wows us with a repertoire of unique and classic flavour combos made using Belgian couverture, fresh cream, butter, fruit puree and whole spices. Tease your palate with interesting picks like white chocolate bars with cranberries and pink peppercorns ($8), and milk chocolate bars with chilli flakes and sea salt ($16). Looking for a gift idea? Go for the “From Singapore Lah” box ($36) which comes with local flavours like kaya toast, Singapore Sling and teh tarik. Or even better – gift a chocolate-making workshop (from $125) for the ultimate hands-on experience.
AnjaliChocolat, available online and at Tanglin Mall, #02-153, 163 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247933
10. Alter Eco
Organic chocolates minus the nasty ingredients, crafted by a certified B Corp
Alter Eco’s biggest flex is having some of the cleanest and greenest chocolate bars in the world. This certified B Corporation creates products with ingredients from thriving ecosystems. This means organic treats without the nasty stuff. Chocolates (from $7) come in the form of bars or bonbons, but we get the best of both worlds with the truffle thins ($7)! The Ecuadorian cacao wraps around a sumptuous truffle filling, making it the ultimate treat.
Alter Eco, available at The Providore and iHerb
11. Jala Jala
Creamy white chocolate bars delicately flavoured with Australia’s native fruits
This proudly Indigenous-owned Australian brand was founded by Sharon Brindley who developed a love for cultural cooking and knowledge from her grandmother. Till now, she continues to share the same excitement and love for food and flavours in her business. Each chocolate bar ($11 for 100g) features ingredients from the Australian Bush and is made from 100% sustainably grown cocoa.
Jala Jala, available online
12. Chocolate Atelier
Learn how to make chocolates with a Swiss chef or grab assorted pralines in a chic tin
Want to discover the delicate craft of chocolate making? Sign up for a workshop with chef Reto Marzari, who was the first apprentice at the world-famous Confiserie Bachmann in Switzerland. Learn to make tempered chocolate, ganache, pralines and other chocolate delights. If you’re more interested in the eating department, there’s an assortment of pralines ($30) you can purchase.
Chocolate Atelier, available online and at #04-01, Loyang Valley, 208 Loyang Avenue, Singapore 509062
13. The Dark Gallery
Artisanal dark chocolate bars and bonbons with premium cacao and funky toppings
Nothing dark about this chocolatier. Ok, maybe some chocolate. Whet your cravings with single-origin cacao beans from Bali, Dominican Republic, Tanzania and Sur del Lago (from $13). You probably know this already but each bean produces different nuances of flavour. The cacao is then jazzed up with funky toppings for the ultimate flavour pairings. Tempted to craft your own chocolate? You can design your own signature bar right here.
The Dark Gallery, available online and at multiple locations including Millenia Walk and Funan
14. Hello Chocolate
Curated selection of chocolate brands from around the world including World’s Best Chocolate winners
Before you grab your standard go-to tray of chocolates (yes, the one that rhymes with “Berrero Bocher”), why not try something different for a change? Hello Chocolate has a lovely mix of curated artisanal chocolates from around the world (from $10). This includes vegan, raw and halal options! You can also build your own gift hamper or get a lovely curated hamper with different themes (from $66).
Hello Chocolate, available online
15. Mr Bucket Chocolaterie
Luxurious chocolate treats with community-inspired flavours and local ingredients
Looking like little drops of heaven, Mr Bucket’s range of bonbons (from $25), chocolate bars (from $13) and chocolate liqueur will send you to your happy place. Using sustainably sourced cacao from Asia, these artisanal pieces are made in myriad flavours we know and love. The build-your-own chocolate box (from $25) allows you to taste a little bit of everything. Select up to 12 melt-in-your-mouth fantastic flavours. We’re looking at golden yay time (inspired by the Aussie ice cream, Golden Gaytime), calamansi surprise and kaya soy. You can also create a chocolate slab (from $22.90) with your favourite ingredients. Or bring your own containers to fill in treats at the dispensary at the Mr Bucket Chocolate Factory.
Mr Bucket Chocolaterie, available online and at multiple locations including Dempsey and Sin Ming
16. Awfully Chocolate
Iconic local chocolate brand with chocolates free from artificial additives, colours, and flavours
Sure, we’ve tried its decadent chocolate cakes (from $38). But did you know that Awfully Chocolate creates handcrafted chocolate bars (from $14) too? Encased in a sleek tin, the unique creations are free from commercial preservatives, fat substitutes and artificial colouring. No fancy pants flavours here. Just the kind that’ll put a smile on your face. Y’know, like caramel brittle and sea salt, strawberries and cream, and espresso chocolate.
Awfully Chocolate, available online and at multiple locations including Ion Orchard and VivoCity
17. Laurent Bernard Chocolatier
Exquisite (and expensive) chocolate treats in luxurious packaging
Talk about luxury! Serving up boxes of artisanal chocolate by the minute, Laurent Bernard’s chocolatier is a must-try. Expect intense flavours from Venezuela, Peru, or Vietnam beautifully made by the French craftsman. Whether you’ve got a soft spot for dark or milk chocolate (from $15), truffles ($28), pralines (from $25) or even cakes and pastries (from $42), Laurent Bernard is here to impress.
Laurent Bernard Chocolatier, available online and at multiple locations including Robertson Quay and Tai Seng
18. Chocoelf
Award-winning chocolate brand offering Singapore-style treats without added sugar
What happens when a doctor and chocolatier come together to create our favourite confectionery? Sugar-free chocolates, of course. Chocoelf prides itself on creating healthier chocolate options packed with bold Asian flavours. Munch on fresh chocolate truffles (from $35) and pralines (from $30) in varieties like ondeh melaka, bandung rose and Earl Grey tarik.
Chocoelf, available online and at 232 South Bridge Road, Singapore 058781
19. Leela’s Fine Chocolates
Handmade chocolates with premium European couverture and natural ingredients
Wanting to share her passion for all things chocolate, this Irish lawyer-turned-chocolatier had made many attempts to resist a career in food but decided to pursue it after coming to Singapore. Order yourself some chocolate classics like mint, orange, and raspberry truffles. Looking for more of a show stopper? The large chocolate high heel has got us giggling and wondering if it’s really chocolate.
Leela’s Fine Chocolates, available online
We see you salivating in the corner over there. Go ahead and get a box of artisanal chocolates in Singapore!
