Yes, this is also the most wonderful time of the year. Getting together with the family, playing card games well into the wee hours of the morning, and of course, pigging out on cookies, snacks, and tarts. Whether you’re team sweet, savoury, or need a little bit of both, I’ve got you. This list has 10 places to get CNY snacks for the best, most yummy celebration yet.
1. Ding Bakery
110,000. That’s how many jars of pineapple tarts and snacks eager customers snapped up from Ding Bakery this year alone. Anyone who has tasted their products won’t be surprised— Ding Bakery makes some of the most delicious and addictive Chinese New Year goodies our team has ever tasted.
Most Singaporeans will instantly recognise the Ding Bakery name (and taste!) from their Award-Winning Premium Melt-In-Your-Mouth Pineapple Tart (Ball) (S$20.90).
You may also know their traditional open-faced Nyonya Pineapple Tarts (S$16.90), buttery Melt-In-Your-Mouth Pineapple Ball (French Butter) (S$20.90) and the uniquely pleasant Award Winning Melt-In-Your-Mouth Pineapple Ball (No Filling) (S$16.52).
Never one to rest on their laurels, the creative master bakers at this company are constantly refining their products and redefining what it means to create the perfect pineapple tart. This year, they have released 6 new pineapple tart flavours to add to the merriment:
- Melt-In-Your-Mouth Taro Blueberry Ball (S$18.30)
- Melt-In-Your-Mouth Pandan Pineapple Ball (S$19.16)
- Melt-In-Your-Mouth Charcoal Pineapple Ball (S$19.16)
- Melt-In-Your-Mouth Salted Egg Pineapple Ball (S$18.30)
- Melt-In-Your-Mouth Matcha Pineapple Ball (S$19.16)
- Premium Melt-In-Your-Mouth Mango Pineapple Ball (S$19.85)
Every last snack is still handmade using premium ingredients at their original bakery.
You also get the guarantee of freshness from this company. They only bake pineapple tarts during the brief Chinese New Year period every year. Each batch is produced from scratch daily, in a process that begins in the early hours.
The end result is an irresistible jar containing a huge range of CNY festive treats from the humble pineapple tart, kueh bangkit and love letters to cookies and crab sticks. Free of preservatives, they are much healthier than the mass-produced alternatives you get at your local supermarket.
You can collect the goodies yourself but why not make the most of the festive season by getting free delivery for all orders above S$100? Ding Bakery also offers an Express 1-hour delivery.
140 Paya Lebar Road, AZ @ Paya Lebar, #03-13, Singapore 409015
+65 8890 9055 (WhatsApp)
Daily: 10am – 7pm
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2. Pineapple Tarts SG
I don’t think I could ever get bored of pineapple tarts, but that doesn’t mean I can’t switch things up with the help of Pineapple Tarts Singapore, right? Your usual CNY Goodies have been upgraded, with a uniquely Singaporean fusion twist that’ll integrate the traditional flavours with something modern and special.
Promising only the highest quality of ingredients baked fresh and lovingly handmade, Pineapple Tarts Singapore boasts a plethora of unexpected flavours—their Double Truffle Charcoal Truffle Pineapple Tarts (S$30.90) boasts an eye-catching, black exterior unlike regular tarts.
My fellow mala fanatics will not want to miss out on their Siao La Mala Pineapple Tarts (S$27.90), which will take the spicy numbness from mala and combine it with sweet pineapple jam for an ultimate sweet-spicy treat.
They offer free delivery for orders above S$100, which won’t be a problem for me, especially since they’ve got YOlkLO Salted Egg Pineapple Tarts (S$29.90); I’m a huge fan of anything salted egg, and this is already on my ‘to-try’ list.
During season: 22 New Industrial Road, Primax, #03-15, S536208
Off-season: 11 Sin Ming Road, Thomson V Two, #01-30, Singapore 575629
Daily: 10am – 7pm
+65 8127 0477
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3. Wang Lai Bakery
Wang Lai Bakery is not an unfamiliar name to us Singaporeans, especially if your family makes it a point to pick up CNY Goodies in Chinatown. Their handmade and homemade recipes have been passed down for four generations, so you’ll be getting nothing less than authentic, buttery flavours.
Aptly named Melt in Your Mouth Pineapple Tarts (S$18.90), these buttery round balls are baked to golden perfection, and filled with the sweet pineapple jam I look forward to every Chinese New Year. I personally would opt for the Melt in Your Mouth Open Face Pineapple Tarts (S$16.90)—that buttery crust just looks so divine, doesn’t it?
Wang Lai Bakery is offering free delivery for orders above S$100, so if you’re looking for something to gift this festive season, my humble vote will always be for a good ol’ tub filled with pineapple tarts.
20 Sin Ming Lane, Midview City, #03-58, S573968
+65 8818 6227
Daily: 10am – 8pm
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4. Baker’s Brew Studio
CNY is the best time to indulge in mouth-watering snacks and cookies—what better contender than Baker’s Brew Studio? This year, they’re welcoming a brand new Fortune Cat Collection along with two new snacks—spicy Hae Bee Hiam cookies (S$27.80) that’ll pack a punch, along with fragrant and traditional Peanut Almond cookies (S$27.80)—perfect for sharing with your friends and family.
Of course, their signature pandan-infused Ondeh Ondeh cookies (S$27.80) are not to be missed. You can also give their unconventional sweet and savoury Pineapple Bak Kwa cookies (S$27.80) a shot? If you’re going all out this CNY, get your hands on their Pineapple Pillows (S$27.80)—a classic, buttery pastry topped with premium Thai pineapple paste.
These treats are available for order as a Set of 5 (S$128), so make sure you get your hands on these cookies and their paw-some collectable tins. Not only will you get a full and adorable set to wow your guests, but they’ll also make for good additions to your CNY decor.
Both early bird online sales and in-stores qualify for an 8% discount with the code CNY2022 until 21 January 2022. Customers will be required to order at least three tins to qualify for the discount.
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5. Nuts Emperor
My cousins and I pounce on the pineapple tarts and snacks, but my uncles always reach for the jars of nuts and seeds to munch on during our festivities. Nuts Emperor will be the best place for you to get your hands on a plethora of pumpkin seeds—think Green Tea Pumpkin Seeds (S$4+), Boiled Pumpkin Seeds (S$3.50+), and more.
Spice up your CNY snacks display with the addition of colourful Monk Fruit Melon Seeds (S$3.50+), Red Melon Seeds (S$3.50+) and even a sugary sweet serving of Caramel Sunflower Seeds (S$4.50+). Nuts Emperor is currently offering free delivery for orders above S$50.
+65 8136 3699
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6. Mdm Ling Bakery
Mdm Ling Bakery isn’t unfamiliar to my fellow Chinese New Year snacks enthusiasts. I don’t know about you, but I’m ready to sink my teeth into a couple of buttery Almond Cookies (S$7.90+). They’ve also got the Peanut Cookies (S$7.90) and Premium Kueh Bangkit (S$21.80) that’s a staple in all our households this festive season.
While you’re at it, you might as well get your hands on a traditional festive snack, though Mdm Ling Bakery’s one comes with a unique twist—your perennial love letters now come in Golden Yuan Yang (S$16.80) and Seaweed Chicken Floss (S$18.80) flavours. They’re currently offering S$24 off for every six standard size bottles of snacks and free delivery for orders above S$45, so make sure to stock up to keep the young ones satisfied.
38 Ang Mo Kio Industrial Park 2, #01-05, Singapore 569511
+65 8468 02021
Mon to Fri: 10am – 5pm
Closed on Sat & Sun
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7. Janice Wong
Famed for her delectable pastries, Janice Wong has amassed a reputation for making every sweet tooth craving come true. If you’re looking to indulge this new year, you’ve come to the right place. Your perennial pineapple tarts have gotten an upgrade—say hello to the Chocolate Coated Pineapple Tarts (S$35), which marries the piquant pineapple paste with sweet chocolate. If you’re a purist, the Pineapple Flower Tart (S$32) will be perfect for your festive snacking sessions.
If you’re intending to spoil your guests (or yourself; we won’t tell!) for choice, they’ve also got a CNY Assorted Cookie Tin (S$48) that’ll includes a variety of pineapple tarts, cookies, chocolate-coated almonds, kueh bangkit, and more. Delivery and pickups for pre-orders will be available after 5 January 2022.
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8. Kele
Kele is truly living up to their name with their imaginative variety of uniquely flavoured pineapple tarts. They’ve got the Traditional Pineapple Tarts (S$32.80), but if you want to spice things up, why not opt for earthy Matcha Pineapple Tarts (S$35.80) or the floral-flavoured Rose Pineapple Tarts (S$35.80)?
For a more savoury bite, their Green Pea Cookies (S$23.80), mild-flavoured hae bee hiam filled Shrimp Rolls (S$23.80) or crispy Chicken Floss Rolls (S$23.80) will be perfect for passing around. You can enjoy an 8% discount on selected pineapple tarts and cookies for orders from 3 to 16 January 2022 with the code CNY8.
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9. Delcies
If your 2022 resolution is to be healthier and lose weight, but you still can’t resist the temptation of CNY snacks, Delcies will be the top contender. They’ve got a range of snacks that are lower in sodium, vegan, diabetes-friendly, or gluten-free, ensuring that you can feast without fuss this festive season. Their Mini Pineapple Balls (S$29.80) come in vegan and diabetes-friendly options, perfect for young and old to indulge together.
My mother’s top compliment for snacks is always ‘Wah! Not too sweet!’, and though I beg to differ, I think she would appreciate the Green Pea Cookies (S$25.50) or Cashew Cookies (S$28.80), which are dairy-free, less sweet, and healthier. Now, who said you can’t stick to your resolutions and have a superb time when you bai nian at Grandma’s house?
34 Whampoa West, #01-83, Singapore 330034
+65 6282 2951
Mon: 11am – 6pm
Tue to Sun: 11am – 8pm
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10. Tai Sun
We all grew up munching on these, and who’s to say we can’t keep that tradition going? Tai Sun has everything and anything one could possibly want for CNY festivities—Ah Ma Traditional Nonya Love Letters (S$12.80), NOYA Prawn Rolls (S$9.80), NOYA Pineapple Tarts (S$12.30) that come both rolled and open depending on your preference, and more.
While you’re at it, why not add on a few orders of nuts and seeds? The Fruits & Nuts Fusion (S$14.60), or Royal Selection (S$20.80) from Nature’s Wonders will definitely be a hit amongst all the grandchildren, and provides a good break from all the buttery, rich cookies and tarts.
255 Pandan Loop, Singapore 128433
+65 6779 6611
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