Deepavali snacks in Singapore just hit differently. From murruku to suji biscuits, kaju katli to laddu, here are the best snacks and sweets we can’t stop munching on.
If Deepavali snacks in Singapore are what you love most about the festive season, we can relate. Deepavali in Singapore is all about temple visits, catching up with loved ones and decking yourself out in your best desi outfits. Aside from the biryani feasts and mithai (sweets), one thing we foodies look out for is the sweets and snacks. Go to any household celebrating the festival and you’ll notice stacks of tubs filled with classic favourites and trendy new renditions. If you’re looking to stock up, here’s where to shop.
Deepavali snacks in Singapore
1. Sofnade
Sofnade may specialise in live food stations, corporate orders, and dessert tables, but have you seen its Deepavali snacks and gift sets? Gorgeous, no notes. This year’s menu features an array of savoury snacks, cookies, and tarts you can choose from. Think classic murukku, curry crackers, ladoo tarts, and chocolate chip cookies! It also offers flexible packages – pick from individually packed snack bags or get a bundle with the gift bags.
Price: Snacks start from $7
Where to buy: Sofnade, available online
2. All Things Delicious
Celebrate the festive season with a medley of gift boxes, care packs and hamper baskets. The Deepavali Delight gift box from All Things Delicious comes with a packet of murukku, a coconut burfi gift pack, a jar of cookies (select from eight flavours), and little cakes. If you’re planning to host a gathering, we suggest ordering a spread of the brand’s Deepavali-themed canapes and the saffron tres leches rasmalai cake.
Price: Deepavali gift box from $54.90; hamper basket from $214.50
Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 8am to 10pm
Where to buy: All Things Delicious, available online and at #01-01, 34 Arab Street, Singapore 199733
3. Shahi Maharani
When it comes to Deepavali gifting, you can’t go wrong with a hand-crafted curation of artisanal sweets and savouries. Peep the collection from Shahi Maharani, which includes festive treats that are mildly sweetened, preservative-free and made fresh daily by the Master Sweet Chef. Sweets include milk cakes, stuffed cashew rolls, and the classic Gram & Gud Delight (roasted gram jaggery ladoo) – all of which you can get in elegant gift boxes.
Price: From $72+ for Diwali festive collection
Opening hours: Daily 12 to 2:30 pm & 6:30 to 10:30 pm
Where to buy: Shahi Maharani, #03-21B, Raffles City Shopping Centre, 252 North Bridge Road, Singapore 179103
4. Adda
Step aside, regular mithai. This neo-Indian restaurant reinvents the traditional sweet with bold and modern flavours handcrafted by Michelin-starred chef Manjunath Mural. This year’s sweets include lychee and rose compote, masala chai barfi, traditional motichoor reimagined as barfi, figs, dates, mulberry, and nuts, and salted caramel miso peda.
Price: From $48
Where to buy: Adda, available online
5. Her Rise Above
Spread some love and light this Deepavali, while indulging in limited edition sweets and snacks from Her Rise Above. This ground-up initiative helps women from vulnerable backgrounds grow their home-based businesses, so all proceeds go directly to the women behind these treats. It even offers eggless and gluten-free snack options for anyone with dietary restrictions!
Price: From $11
Where to buy: Her Rise Above, available online
6. G&S Crumbs & Bakes
Nutella tarts, ondeh ondeh tarts, suji biscuits, honey cornflakes, chocolate chip muffins and mango dessert cups – it’s all about homemade Deepavali goodies at this halal home bakery. And yes, here’s where you can shop online for Deepavali snacks in Singapore! Just remember to get your orders in at least a week in advance (yup, they’re really popular).
Price: From $9
Where to buy: G&S Crumbs & Bakes, make an order via email at gs.crumbsnbakes@gmail.com
Now that you’re up to speed with the best Deepavali snacks in Singapore, get ready for a delicious festival!
Frequently Asked Questions
What Deepavali snacks should I get?
It usually depends on your preference! Here are some popular Deepavali snacks to try:
Murukku: A cracker typically made of rice flour flavoured with spices
Burfi: A milk-based sweet
Ladoo: A sweet made with sugar syrup or jaggery
Modern snacks like tarts and cookies are also great options.
Are Deepavali snacks vegetarian?
Most traditional snacks are, but they aren't always vegan as they use ghee or milk solids.
Can non-Hindus buy Deepavali snacks?
Yes, you can! Deepavali snacks are meant to be shared with everyone regardless of faith, so have fun trying a little bit of everything.
