9 decadent durian desserts to try in the Klang Valley

A favourite for elevated Malay cuisine, it is no wonder that one of Bijan’s desserts features our national fruit. The restaurant uses D24 durians in its durian chocolate cake, layering the chocolate sponge with decadent D24 durian cream before dousing it in chocolate ganache. Best ordered during durian season when the D24 variety is at its finest, this signature is perfect for chocolate enthusiasts and durian devotees. 

Bijan Bar & Restaurant
Address: 3, Jalan Ceylon, Bukit Ceylon, 50200 Kuala Lumpur. +603-2031 3575 

Being one of the first artisanal parlours to incorporate Malaysian flavours into ice cream, Inside Scoop’s D24 durian ice cream stands a favourite in the city. Despite consistently rotating flavours, walk into any Inside Scoop location and expect to find durian amongst its inventive creations.

The ice cream specialist is eagerly embracing this year’s durian season and has unveiled three new durian-focused flavours for its Durian Series. Anticipate the thrill of durian cendol, durian chocolate, and Musang King condensed into scoops of ice cream. 

Inside Scoop
Multiple locations. Instagram / @myinsidescoop

It is hard to doubt CC The Baker’s self-proclaimed title of “durian cake expert,” when looking at its signature pandan Musang King cake. Pillowy pandan chiffon is stacked atop thick layers of Raub-cultivated Musang King flesh, bringing together two pillars of Malaysian cuisine. Pre-order a whole cake as a gift for the durian aficionado in your life or for a special occasion.

CC The Baker. +6013 419 9419. Instagram / @cc.thebaker

You might have been warned never to mix durian with a seemingly unending list of foods and drinks, from milk and alcohol to mangosteen and coffee. Durian BB World puts this myth to rest with its durian affogato—one of the most inventive durian desserts in the city.

The sweet treat sees durian soft serve topped with threads of white chocolate Musang King puree and a shot of Italian espresso. Alongside this unique dessert, you’ll be able to sample different durian varieties or take home a durian-shaped plushie. 

DurianBB World
Address: 50, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur. +6011-1068 0419

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An epicentre for all things durian, DKing SS2 Durian truly is a durian wonderland. Despite being known for housing some of the best durians in the Klang Valley when the season permits, its range of cendol is a highlight. Find coconut-milk drenched shaved ice topped with slabs of fresh durian, complete with the usual fixings. Different varieties of durian can be found served with cendol here, from Musang King to XO. 

DKing SS2 Durian
Address: Jalan SS 2/64, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. +6012-813 1361

While our dining scene is in no shortage of pandan and durian creations, Cat & The Fiddle sets itself apart by adding the king of fruits into cheesecake. On top of a crisp Graham cracker crust, you’ll find silky durian-infused cream cheese and pandan sponge cake tied together by a coating of Chantilly cream covered in toasted desiccated coconut. Order this cake whole or by the slice to get your durian fix this season. 

Cat & The Fiddle. www.catandthefiddle.com.my

Known for redefining Chinese cuisine with contemporary influences, Way Modern Chinois puts its own spin on durian pancakes. The restaurant amplifies the custard-like texture of durian by combining Musang King pulp with whipped cream before rolling this filling in a thin crepe.

Fresh durian finds itself in every element of this dessert, even the crepe batter, making it an excellent sweet for those who can’t get enough of the fruit. 

Way Modern Chinois
Address:  Lot 343A, G/F, 1 Utama Shopping Centre, 1, Lebuh Bandar Utama, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor. +603-3010 1888

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For those who swear by durian-topped cendol but are in search of something a little unconventional, Aftermeal Desserts has the treat for you. The shaved ice spot is known for having some of the best frozen desserts in town, from matcha kakigori to a decadent take on the classic Milo dinosaur.

Its coconut and durian kakigori pay homage to all things tropical, seeing durian ice cream fill a dome of shaved ice before being topped with gula Melaka sauce, toasted coconut flakes, and brown sugar jelly pearls. 

Aftermeal Desserts
Multiple locations. Instagram / @aftermealdessertscafe

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