So… I had one of those quiet weekends where I was just craving something indulgent. Not the usual bubble tea or brownie, but something that hits the spot in a very specific, very Singaporean way. Cue: durian.
I got a treat from The Durian Bakery — their durian cake and durian mochi. I’ve heard of them before but never got around to trying. And since I love durian, I figured I’d write a little review in case you’re curious too.
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First Impressions of the Durian Cake Delivery by The Durian Bakery
Everything came in a neat little box, chilled and well-packed. The moment I opened it, the durian smell hit me — not in an overpowering way, but in that unmistakably creamy, slightly bitter Mao Shan Wang kind of way. It was the first sign that this wasn’t going to be a “mild durian flavour” situation. This was real durian.
There were two main items inside: a durian cake and a box of durian mochi. Also, to my surprise, a pretty solid classy stainless steel cake server came with it. Together with lovely candles. My god, super atas and classy. (I know it’s just a scoop, but it’s way nicer than those bendy plastic ones that usually come with cakes. I’m definitely keeping it for birthdays.)
The Durian Cake
The cake was simple-looking — white exterior with a glossy finish. But once I sliced into it (with the server, which made a clean cut, by the way), the layers were quite pretty. You’ve got a white chocolate top, then a layer of chiffon, and finally the thick durian core right in the middle.
Taste-wise? It’s very durian-forward. No hiding. No hint-of-durian nonsense. This is a cake that’s proud to be durian. The filling is smooth, and you can tell it’s made from actual durian flesh — not flavouring. It reminded me of eating chilled durian straight from the fridge, except with a bit more structure from the cake and cream layers. I could feel the thickness of the durian when i sliced through, that goes to show the amount of real durian inside. Very impressed.
What I appreciated was that it wasn’t overly sweet. The white chocolate layer added some sweetness, but the overall profile was still quite balanced. I don’t have a super sweet tooth, so this worked for me. It felt indulgent but not heavy, and it didn’t get jelak even after a few bites (okay fine, more than a few bites 😅).
I had it chilled, and that made the texture even better — soft but not soggy, and the durian was at just the right level of firmness.
The last slice left, really enjoyed this cake. Even my son wanted to try a few mouthfuls.
The Durian Bakery Mochi
Next up, the durian mochi. These were bite-sized, packed in tray of 6 balls, and looked super innocent — just soft white balls of mochi. But the moment you take a bite, there’s no mistaking what’s inside.
The skin is soft and slightly chewy (like a good mochi should be), and the inside is a creamy, cold durian paste. Again, real durian — not sweetened durian-flavoured cream. The filling is generous, and it basically melts in your mouth.
I actually liked eating them straight from the fridge — the slight chill made the durian centre firm but not frozen. One mochi was satisfying on its own, but of course I had a few.
If I had to compare, the cake is the statement piece — rich, creamy, layered — while the mochi is the quiet little sibling that you’ll keep reaching for without realising it.
Small Detail That Stuck – The Durian Bakery Classy Cake Server
The server, again. It’s not the main thing, but it added to the whole experience. It was a nice surprise — well-made, reusable, and made the cake feel just that bit more special. I’m keeping it in my drawer for future use, because honestly it beats using a butterknife or flimsy plastic.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long can you keep a durian cake?
Well, when the delivery arrived, it came with a note, advising to eat the cake and mochi within the day itself. Everything is freshly baked with no preservatives.
Is the Durian Bakery Halal?
Unfortunately no, based on their website, they are not halal certified.
Final Thoughts
I’ve had mixed experiences with durian desserts before — some are way too sweet, some don’t taste like real durian, and some just aren’t balanced. But this one surprised me. It’s not flashy, it doesn’t try too hard, and it delivers on what it promises: durian, done well.
If you’re into strong durian flavours and like your desserts less sweet and more fruit-forward, you’d probably enjoy this. The durian cake is something I’d consider for special occasions, and the mochi would make a fun tea-time snack or gift.
Oh — and if you ever need a reliable durian cake delivery, theirs was smooth and fuss-free. No melty mess, and everything arrived chilled and fresh.
Let me know if you’ve tried their other items! I’m curious about their durian ice cream puffs next…
This post is written in collaboration with The Durian Bakery. It is a sponsored post. However all thoughts are my own and from my own experience.
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