Who can resist the lure of a dozen red velvet cupcakes? Not us! Satisfy your cravings with our pick of the best in Singapore.
Hands up if you think dessert is the best part of every meal – because we sure do! Whether it’s ice cream, macarons, crepes or cakes, we’ve never met a sugary treat we didn’t like (bad news for our waistlines!). But for the ultimate petite pick-me-up, there’s no denying the appeal of a perfectly frosted cupcake. So treat yourself and indulge your sweet tooth with our roundup of the tastiest cupcakes in Singapore.
Best cupcakes in Singapore
1. Fluff Bakery
The name doesn’t lie: this halal-certified bakery has been delivering confections that are delightfully fluffy and sinfully delicious since 2013. Many will agree that these bad boys are so popular, they sell out as soon as they hit the shelves. Get in quick to nab some of the most original cupcake flavours. You can’t go wrong with the luscious Nutella red velvet, the decadent chocolate cheesecake caramel or the sweet Earl Grey milk chocolate. Top tip: pop by regularly for weekly specials!
Fluff Bakery, available online and at #01-01, 795 North Bridge Road, Singapore 198763
2. Plain Vanilla
What started as a quaint little takeaway bakery in Holland Village has since become a household name for cupcakes and more. Plain Vanilla prides itself on sticking to classic age-old recipes and using quality ingredients. As a result, you get light, fluffy cupcakes that pack a punch. Delectable flavours worth trying include the classic red velvet and cinnamon brown sugar. But, without a doubt, our top pick goes to the beautifully perfumed Earl Grey lavender.
Plain Vanilla, available online and at multiple locations including Tiong Bahru and Cluny Court
3. Edith Patisserie
Cakes, brownies, tarts, macarons, and customised bakes… Edith Patisserie does it all. Shopping for a special occasion? Pick up boxes of cupcakes for full-month baby celebrations, weddings, graduation parties, birthdays and more. These sweet treats come in themes like adorable cats, barnyard animals, dinosaurs and fruits. We’re obsessed with flavours like speculoos chocolate and strawberries with cream!
Edith Patisserie, available online and at multiple locations including Outram Road and Holland Road
4. Delcie’s Desserts and Cakes
Worried about allergies or dietary restrictions? Your safest bet is Delcie’s – and you won’t have to sacrifice on flavour either. This bakery offers a fun selection of gluten-free cupcakes and other delish bakes like macarons and cakes. Choose from vegan-, diabetic-, keto- and baby-friendly sweet treats to satisfy your sweet tooth. Our favourites are the molten chocolate and blueberry cupcakes!
Delcie’s Desserts and Cakes, available online and at #01-83, 34 Whampoa West, Singapore 330034
5. Butter Studio
This fun bakery slaps together some of the best cupcakes in Singapore using time-tested recipes passed down from generations. Think flavours like ondeh ondeh, Milo chocolate and red velvet toffee. If you have little ones, trust us when we say these cupcakes will delight them. Order yours in varying themes for birthday celebrations – popular ones include dinosaur, Frozen and Marvel superhero designs. They’ll be the talk of the party!
Butter Studio, available online and at multiple locations including Takashimaya and Bugis Junction
6. River Ash Bakery
This bakery knows exactly how to spruce up your birthday bash with its rainbow swirls of frosting and floral-themed cupcakes. If your little one loves dinosaurs or unicorns, surprise them with treats in the design of their dreams. Other cute options include Pokemon, mermaids, Avengers, Peppa Pig, princesses and more.
River Ash Bakery, available online and at #B1-28, The Promenade@Pelikat, 183 Jalan Pelikat, Singapore 537643
7. The Marmalade Pantry
The Marmalade Pantry is synonymous with brunch fare, but you shouldn’t miss out on its decadent cupcakes. The range veers from classic to unique, including flavours like cranberry lychee, pistachio raspberry rose, chocolate hazelnut, and Japanese sencha. Fans of frosting may find the icing a little on the thin side, but hey, our diets aren’t complaining. P.S. if you’re in the mood for munchies, order the afternoon tea set for cupcakes and other bite-sized treats.
The Marmalade Pantry, available online and at multiple locations including Ion Orchard and Novena
8. The Cake Shop
Regular, old-fashioned cupcakes aren’t meeting your expectations? Add a little razzle-dazzle to your dessert table by choosing cupcakes in whimsical designs like adorable dinosaurs and Frozen-themed ones. Try flavours such as choco sundae, salted caramel and cappuccino. But a little warning: they may be too cute to eat!
The Cake Shop, available online and at multiple locations including City Square Mall and Downtown East
9. Creme Maison
While you might know it for its picture-perfect customised cakes, Creme Maison also churns out quality cupcakes made with the finest and freshest ingredients. It has its share of classic flavours baked with low sugar, but we love ordering the citrus berry vitamin C cupcake box. These contain cupcakes packed full of vitamin C from fresh fruits cooked into chunky jams. It even does gender-reveal cupcakes if you’re having a baby and want to surprise your friends and family.
Creme Maison, available online and at #08-03C, 30 Tai Seng Street, Singapore 534013
We bet you can’t wait to taste the best cupcakes in Singapore!
[This article was originally published in 2016 and updated in 2024 by Benita Lee.]
