Holding the title of “King of Fruits”, this thorny fruit is loved by many Malaysians. Others may find the pungent smell of durian revolting, but true durian lovers know they taste like heaven in your mouth. Forget about the conventional way of eating durians straight from their shells, here are the 10 Durian Desserts In KL & PJ That Will Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth.
10 Durian Desserts In KL & PJ For All Durian Lovers To Try
1. Durian SS2
The perfect remedy for the blazing hot weather! Durian SS2 is a regular spot for locals to satisfy their durian cravings and there’s a reason why – they have a wide selection of up to 10 (or more) different types of durians and you can count on them to deliver mouth-watering cendol as well. Praised for their excellent customer service, you’ll leave Durian SS2 feeling satisfied.
Address : 193, Jalan SS 2/24, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours : Mon – Sun 12pm – 12am
2. Inside Scoop
In the mood for creamy and strong durian-flavoured ice cream? Look no further, Inside Scoop is the sweet way to go. Treat yourself to Inside Scoop’s D24-Flavoured Ice Cream and we can assure you it’s a scoop of delight! Try having it with their famous charcoal waffles and this is the definition of self-care (#treatyoself).
Address: 57, Jalan SS 22/19, Ss 22, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours : Mon-Thurs 1pm – 11pm, Fri 12:30pm – 12am , Sat 11am- 12am , Sun 11am – 11pm
3. Le Bread Days
Everyone’s crazy about their salted egg yolk croissants, but their durian croissants are not lacking in terms of taste too. This Austria-originated pastry is fluffy on the inside and flaky on the outside. Generous with durian fillings, these decadent durian croissants may be your next favorite breakfast food!
Address : 68, Jalan SS 2/72, Seksyen 19, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours : Mon – Sun 8am – 8:30pm
4. Hanbing Korean Dessert
With the Korean wave going on, this Korean dessert has got to be everyone’s favourite. Musang King Snow Ice has earned its spotlight but only steps onto the stage when its durian season. It’s a long wait but Hanbing makes every second of it worthwhile. Shaved ice covered with frozen blocks of durian adds a much richer aroma and we’re not complaining!
Address : 33, Jalan Telawi 3, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur (Seasonal)
Operating Hours : Mon – Sun 11am- 12am
5. Bijan Bar & Restaurant Fine Malay Cuisine
Can’t choose between chocolate or durian? Why not have both! Using the best quality ingredients (D24), their chocolate durian cake is not something to be taken lightly. Creamy and smooth durian sandwiched in between layers of chocolate sponge cakes, topped with a coat of chocolate ganache – the best way to end your night! They serve alcohol but don’t panic, their food is definitely halal.
If you’re not a fan of chocolate, opt for a slice of classic durian cheesecake!
Address: 3-5, Seri Bukit Ceylon, 8 Lorong Ceylon Off, 3, Jalan Ceylon, Bukit Ceylon, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours : Mon – Sun 4:30pm – 11pm
6. Soft Launch Cafe
You can’t skip this spot if you’re ever in Sri Petaling; their creative waffles are a crowd-favourite. Savoury or sweet, they have it all without forgetting the ‘King of Fruits.’ Continue your cafe hopping adventures in durian season and try out their Black Waffle Musang King. Delectable charcoal waffles filled with Musang King durian to the brim, this is something you can definitely sink your teeth into.
Address: 1-101, Jalan Radin Bagus, Sri Petaling, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur (Seasonal)
Operating Hours : Mon – Fri (except Thurs) 12pm – 11pm , Sat – Sun 11am – 11pm, Tues (Closed)
7. Arch Cafe
Looking exactly like a mini durian, this thorny dessert with creamy durian cocooned inside is heavenly for avid durian lovers. Every bite is packed with flavour and rumour has it that the durian aftertaste stays in your mouth. If you are on the hunt for adorable desserts, their Durian Imperial Cake is the right choice for you.
Address : Pacific Express Hotel, Lot No. G.01 and G.03A, Ground Floor, Jalan Hang Kasturi, Chinatown, 50050 Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours : Mon – Sun 7am – 5:30pm
8. Cheese Banjir
Hold up, don’t call the police! If you have ever wondered what Milo kaw and cheese mixed with durian tastes like, Cheese Banjir is there to satisfy your curiosity. And no, they weren’t out their minds. In fact, a proper recipe was well thought out before putting this on their menu. Step out of your comfort zone today and you can enjoy this with teh or kopi instead of Milo (caffeine fix please!).
Address : Desa Pandan, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur Operating Hours : Mon – Sun 12pm – 10:30pm
9. Sumptuous Dessert Malaysia
This tiny kiosk is in every nook and cranny of the city and they’re selling pillow desserts. What?! Yes, they sell durian pancakes which look like tiny yellow pillows and it’s super cute. Filled with the perfect ratio of durian flesh to whipped cream, durian lovers should definitely give this a try.
Address : Seputeh LG-C-1, Lower Ground Floor, The Gardens, Mid Valley City, Lingkaran Syed Putra, Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours : Mon – Sun 10am – 10pm
10. Songket Restaurant
Durian enthusiasts, you may want to give their Durian Tiramisu a shot. It’s pretty self-explanatory – tiramisu cake meets durian flavours. Located in the heart of KL, Songket offers you a cultural delight while dining in an elegant setting. Food and performance? We’ll be right there!
Address : 29, Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, Kampung Baru, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours : Mon – Fri 12pm – 3pm / 6pm- 11pm , Sat- Sun 5pm – 11pm
10 Durian Desserts In KL & PJ That Will Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
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