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These luscious treats are perfect for the sweet-toothed

When it comes to the ultimate comfort food, nothing really beats chocolate. The luscious sweet treat comes in many forms—from regular blocks of chocolate to ice cream and cakes. It comes as no surprise that many chefs around the island have taken inspiration from its versatility to create an array of desserts that put chocolate in the spotlight.

If you feel like indulging, head into town for some decadent creations that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. From chocolate tarts to opera cakes, here are some of our favourites to get you started.

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1. Bean-to-bar journey

Ever wondered how chocolate gets to your plate? Learn about the journey of cacao from farm to plate with Mr Bucket Chocolaterie’s journey set. Dig into treats like dark chocolate dragees, cacao husk lemon tea, double soy caramel bon bons and more while learning more about the various processes. The chocolaterie also serves up a wide range of chocolate creations and experiences, including a station where you can dream up your perfect chocolate bar.

Mr Bucket Chocolaterie
Address: 13 Dempsey Road, 01-03/04, Singapore 249674

2. Signature salted blackout brownies

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Lemuel Chocolate’s signature salted blackout brownies are everything you want in a dessert. Irresistibly fudgy, these treats are made with 72 per cent dark chocolate and topped with flaky sea salt. For an elevated experience, the homegrown bean-to-bar chocolate concept store recommends warming the treat before digging in. On top of brownies, find other creations that are equally as sinful, including iced chocolate, chocolate cake and chocolate tart. 

Lemuel Chocolate
Address: 1 Vista Exchange Green, 01-04/05 The Star Vista, Singapore 138617

3. 80 per cent dark chocolate ice cream

The next time you crave chocolate ice cream, stop by The Dark Gallery for a decadent scoop. Apart from classic ice cream flavours, you’ll also find a wide selection of chocolate ice cream ranging from 38 per cent to 88 per cent. Its 80 per cent dark chocolate ice cream is a signature for good reason—its rich, luscious and intense flavours will leave any chocolate lover wanting more. If ice cream isn’t for you, there are plenty of other sweet creations available too, including its signature dark chocolate cake, cookies, brownies and more.

The Dark Gallery (multiple locations)
Address: Great World City, 01-117/118, 1 Kim Seng Promenade, S(237994)

4. Dark chocolate tart

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Chocolate lovers will not want to miss out on Leckerbaer's decadent dark chocolate tart. The indulgent treat is a buttery chocolate tart filled with tangy mango and yuzu curd, yuzu caramel and brownie. It's topped with creamy dark chocolate namelaka and garnished with bittersweet cacao nibs. 

Leckerbaer (multiple outlets)
Address:14 Keong Saik Road, S(089121), +65 6223 3053

5. 20 layer chocolate cake

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20 Layer Chocolate Cake
Above 20 Layer Chocolate Cake

While this dessert has been on the menu since Lavo opened in 2018, we still can't get enough of its impressive 20 Layer Chocolate Cake. As the name implies, the cake truly consists of 20 layers of decadent chocolate devil’s food cake and gooey peanut butter mascarpone. It’s made for the sweet tooth and one slice is more than enough to share with the whole family.

Lavo Italian Restaurant And Rooftop Bar
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10 Bayfront Ave, Tower 1, Level 57, Sands Skypark, S(018956)

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6. Opéra

What’s a French patisserie without the quintessential Opéra cake. Perfect for chocoholics and caffeine lovers, this cake sees light French-style Joconde sponge layered with a rich dark chocolate ganache and fragrant coffee buttercream, for hints of bitterness. Each slice is finished with a creamy chocolate glaze. The cake offers a wonderful balance of flavours and textures from crunchy and nutty almond, to smooth and bittersweet chocolate. 

Ciel Patisserie
Address:
124 Hougang Avenue 1, 01-1444, S(530124), +65 6383 0803

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7. Chocolate mille crêpes

Fans of Lady M's signature mille crêpes will be glad to know that it also comes in a mouth-watering chocolate version. The beautiful 9-inch-tall dessert which looks like your regular cake at first glance is actually made with over 20 handmade chocolate crepes, interspersed with chocolate pastry cream. Topped with an extra layer of decadent caramel sauce. 

Lady M
Address: 2 Orchard Turn, 03-32/33 Ion Orchard, S(238801), +65 6509 0790 

8. Olivia’s chocolate cheesecake

An elevated version of its classic cheesecake, this decadent slice sees an oozy savoury-sweet blend of dark chocolate cream cheese and Spanish blue cheese housed within a buttery almond sable pastry. The tart is skilfully heated in the oven, resulting in a gently burnt surface and a gorgeous molten core. Taste wise, its soft and creamy on the outside, while rich and chocolate-y on the inside.

Quiec by Olivia
Address: 41 Kreta Ayer Road, S(089003), +65 6223 1165

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