Halal snacks in Singapore are giving us a serious case of the munchies! These are the addictive bites we've been craving recently.
Halal snacks in Singapore are a timeless must-have in your home, whether you’re prepping for the Hari Raya in Singapore or need a bite to satisfy your 2am stomach rumblies. We’ve got just the thing. From crisp salted egg fish skin to fragrant tarts to buttery cookies, these deliciously addictive snacks will be the perfect addition to your pantry.
Best halal snacks in Singapore: Sweet edition
1. Boms & Buns
Muslim-owned
These pastries will huff and puff and blow your mind! The dynamic duo behind Chulop has established another bakery that’s got everyone clamouring for its offerings. The cold choux puffs, affectionately known as boms, come in a multitude of flavours and are even creatively incorporated into other desserts like tarts. The prices might be a little steep, but we say they’re more than worth it.
Must-tries: Cinnamon bun; Nutella bom; mango matcha bom
How much: Boms from $4.90; buns from $5.45; other bakes from $4.30
Delivery: Varies by location
Opening hours: Varies with each location
Where: Boms & Buns, order online or multiple locations including Joo Chiat and East Village
2. By ‘AA
Muslim-owned
You’ve not lived until you’ve sampled this crunchy halal snack in Singapore. Made from spring roll skin, this beloved sweet treat is traditionally dusted with fine powdered sugar. This home-based business offers layang-layang in other exciting flavours, too. Psst: the cinnamon sugar slaps! Those who have trouble deciding can go for the platter, which contains six flavours. You can even get a savoury bite with its salted egg or cheese flavour.
Must-tries: Cinnamon sugar layang; speculoos layang; matcha layang
How much: Cookies start at $15, layang starts at $8
Delivery: Deliveries start at $12
Where: By ‘AA, order online
3. Butter Studio
Halal-certified
The halal cookies and bakes at Butter Studio are inspired by time-tested recipes passed down through generations. The cupcakes are sublime and garner a flurry of positive reviews every time. Don’t believe us? Head down to a store and get one to see for yourself.
Must-tries: Pandan cheese pineapple tarts; Sicilian pistachio tarts; Nutella sea salt tarts
How much: Cupcakes from $5; cakes start from $22.90; cookies start from $25.90
Delivery: Deliveries start at $13
Opening hours: Varies with each location
Where: Butter Studio, order online and at multiple locations including Takashimaya and Bugis Junction
4. All Things Delicious
Halal-certified
All Things Delicious is the one-stop shop for everything you need for halal snacks in Singapore. From sahur and iftar essentials to gift boxes and care packs, there’s something for everyone. It’s become the go-to spot for everything you need to feed a gathering of hungry friends and loved ones. Our go-to order is a box of the baby bombolini with various flavours like kaya, pistachio, and hazelnut, and a bottle of the coconut gula melaka cookies!
Must-tries: Gula melaka cookies; sticky toffee pudding; bomboloni
How much: Cookies from $22.90; cakes from $34.90; mini bombolini box starts from $48.90
Delivery: Deliveries start at $15.90
Opening hours: Daily, 8am to 10pm
Where: All Things Delicious, order online or at #01-01, 34 Arab Street, Singapore 199733
5. Annabella Patisserie
Halal-certified
Not all macarons are created equal. So if you’re searching for the best ones, look no further than Annabella Patisserie. This bakery serves macarons that are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. There are classic, premium, or marvellous flavours for you to choose from. Celebrating a special occasion or just feeling a little extra? Go ahead and order the macaron tower.
Must-tries: Macarons; brownies; lychee rose cake
How much: Macarons start at $2.80; brownies start at $9.80; cakes start at $18
Delivery: Varies by location; free delivery for orders above $50
Opening hours: Varies with each location
Where: Annabella Patisserie, order online or at multiple locations including Bukit Batok and Causeway Point
6. Melvados
Halal-certified
When it comes to variety, you can always turn to Melvados. Food-loving Singaporeans will know that a little snack can always brighten their day, and the team at Melvados thinks so too. We love the ready-to-heat meals that make life so much easier, and the snacks are nothing to scoff at either, ranging from sweet to salty.
Must-tries: Brittles; cakes; ice cream; egg-free and sugarless snacks
How much: Snacks start from $4.50
Delivery: Deliveries start from $6.90; free delivery for orders above $60
Opening hours: Varies with each location
Where: Melvados, order online or at multiple locations including PLQ Mall and AMK Hub
7. Tapak kuda from Choc Bolsters Sg
Muslim-owned
These tapak kuda horse shoe cakes are soft, spongy, and oh-so delicious. Some are filled with generous amounts of creamy Nutella and make the perfect snack for Hari Raya (or any occasion, really). Gift them to your favourite friends and neighbours, or order them as a treat for the whole family. We recommend getting more than one box because we guarantee these will be gone in a flash.
Must-tries: The Nutella Bar
How much: Tapak kudas start at $14.90
Delivery: Varies by location
Where: Choc Bolsters Sg, order online
8. Captain Roti
Muslim-owned
These freshly baked croissants and kouign-amann from Captain Roti aren’t the only things that’ll warm your heart. This bakehouse is helmed by Fuad Fahmi, a retired SAF captain, father, and cancer survivor. He’s providing for his family and a young daughter through his passion for baking! Order a box full of pastries to share with your loved ones. You can even find savoury bites here in the form of a chicken rendang croissant, beef roti, and more.
Must-tries: Creme caramel flan; kouign amann
How much: Bakes start at $4.50
Delivery: Free delivery for orders above $90; minimum order of $20 for delivery
Opening hours: Daily, 2pm to 6pm
Where: Captain Roti, order online or at 924 Tampines Street 91, Singapore 520924
9. Chulop! By the Syarifs
Muslim-owned
We love churros, especially when they’re warm and come with indulgent sauces on the side. But if you’re feeling too lazy to head out, we’ve got good news. Chulop delivers piping hot, bite-sized churros right to your doorstep. Order the original flavour if you prefer a more traditional taste. Alternatively, go local and try the pandan churros coated in desiccated coconut and served with a house-made gula melaka dip. If you’re having a big party, we recommend hiring the churro live station for a day!
Must-tries: Pandan churros with gula melaka dip; classic churros
How much: Churros start at $5.50
Delivery: Varies by location
Opening hours: Varies with each location
Where: Chulop! By the Syarifs, order online and at East Village and 56 Haji Lane
10. Tartistry by M
Muslim-owned
We can’t get enough of delicious desserts, and there’s no denying Tartistry by M does some great ones. We love that it sells affordable artisanal tarts made with expert hands, wonderful for impressing guests. Our favourites include the Nutella hazelnut crunch and the raspberry white mini tarts. But don’t take our word for it – try them yourself!
Must-tries: Seasonal fruit tarts
How much: Tarts start at $32
Delivery: Deliveries start at $15
Where: Tartistry by M, order online
Best halal snacks in Singapore: Savoury bites
11. Hey! Chips
Halal-certified
If you want the satisfaction of a crispy chip without the guilt of the added calories, grab bags of veggie treats from Hey! Chips. Free from artificial flavouring and added sugars, snacks are as simple as they are delicious. Some top picks from returning customers include the broccoli, okra (free from any slimy texture), and onion chips. Our personal favourite is the banana crisps for that nutty and slightly sweet flavour.
Must-tries: Broccoli; banana; okra; onion
How much: Starts from $4.99
Delivery: free delivery for orders above $29.90
Where: Hey! Chips, order online
12. Irvins
Halal-certified
The salted egg fish skin from Irvins is jam-packed with real salted egg, curry leaves and red chilli peppers, making this halal snack dangerously addictive. If you don’t love fish skin, you can find other salted egg flavoured snacks like papadoms, cornflakes, and potato chips. Oh, and we can’t forget about the seaweed crackers!
Must-tries: Salted egg fish skin; salted egg salmon skin; salted egg seaweed crackers
How much: Fish skins start at $5.60; chips start at $5.60; seaweed crackers start at $6
Delivery: Deliveries start from $2; free for orders above $25
Opening hours: Varies with each location
Where: Irvins, order online or at multiple locations including Jewel Changi Airport, Bugis, Takashimaya, and more
13. Kopi & Tarts
Halal-certified
Mayson Bakery’s halal concept offers up some seriously delish tarts and pastries that make perfect snacks for any gathering. We love its egg tart and peanut butter brownies that pair perfectly well with – you guessed it – a cup of kopi! You can also give its muffins, cakes and toast a try. Or if you’re a fan of savoury snacks, order the tuna puffs or chicken pie.
Must-tries: Original egg tart; chicken pie
How much: Puffs start at $3.20; tarts from $2.50; cakes start from $3.20
Delivery: Free delivery for orders above $150
Opening hours: Varies with each location
Where: Kopi & Tarts, order online or at multiple locations including Suntec City or Funan
There won’t be any space left in your pantry once you’ve stocked up on these appetising halal snacks in Singapore!
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a snack halal?
A snack is halal when it complies with Islamic dietary requirements. This means no pork, alcohol, or non-halal animal byproducts are used in its creation.
How do you tell if a snack is halal?
The easiest indication is the MUIS halal-certified stamp printed on packaging. We also trust Muslim-owned brands as they'll only use halal-friendly ingredients.
If there's no certification available, we recommend checking the ingredients list to ensure it is free from non-halal ingredients.
Are gelatin snacks halal?
It depends on the type of gelatin used in the snack. The most common form of gelatin is derived from pork skin, which isn't halal.
If the gelatin comes from alternative animal- or plant-based sources like agar agar, pectin, xanthan gum, or carrageenan, it's halal-friendly!
Are Korean and Japanese snacks halal?
Not all of them are. Many snacks, if directly imported from Korea or Japan, may contain alcohol-based flavourings, non-halal emulsifiers, and pork ingredients.
Some specialty stores may have halal-certified snacks, so remember to check the labels and ingredients list!
Are vegan or vegetarian snacks halal?
Not always. While these snacks may not contain meat, they can still include alcohol or other non-halal processing methods, so they're not automatically halal.
