The other day, I went to Bugis to meet my friend. Bugis is a gem for halal eateries, but it's so far from where I live, which is in Jurong. (First of all, the definition of 'far' for people who live in Singapore is a bit different from normal version of 'far'). But some places are definitely worth the trip, like this bakery on Jalan Pisang.
Initially, we went to Jalan Pisang to have lunch at this halal cafe (hopefully, I can tell you all about it soon). But we were there at almost 12 pm and the place was still closed. The sign says it opens 12 pm.
Meanwhile, across the street a small line was starting to form in front of this charming chic little bakery. You can see the people inside bustling about, getting ready. I was beginning to get curious, then I saw this sign up front.
Then I started to think that, 'Hey, maybe joining this line is not a bad idea, number 2 and 5 seem great!' And so I did.
Look at the 'Closed' sign on the window. They're so busy they didn't even have time to flip the sign over when they opened for the day.
My decision to queue was made even more so after my friend commented that this bakery is always sold out by mid afternoon.
When I was able to get inside the small air conditioned room, a sweet smell was wafting in the air. Can you imagine coming to work everyday to a place that smells like this? How can you stay thin??
These are only some of the spread they have for the day. But my eyes were fixated on the 'Speculoos Liquid Cheesecake Pretzel'. What does speculoos even mean? I don't know, but it's going to be on my next shopping list. For now, I'm sticking to the Nutella Brownies and the Sea Salt Chewy Chocolate Cookies.
After we paid for everything (my friend also bought some cupcakes and cookies for her), we went to have lunch. But while we were waiting for our food to be served, I cannot resist to take a peek, or maybe a small bite or two into the sea salt chewy chocolate cookie. So, I took one out and shared it with my daughter. In all fairness, I did eat more than she did in the end. I'm so ashamed. At this point, I was beginning to think my diet was a myth. I only imagined it, but it was actually nonexistent.
It looks like a normal everyday chocolate cookie, except for the sea salt granules on top. Then I took a bite...............................and my mind went blank (read: buh-lank).
I really did not expect it to be that good. I mean I had high expectations, but I really did not expect it to be that good (did I just repeat myself?).
I felt the crisp as I bit into it, then the chewiness of the cookie dough plus the chocolate lent a small yet needed resistance as the bite gave way off the whole cookie (am I making sense?). It was chewy, gooey and overall yummy. It was insane. I have personally never tasted a cookie that good (and I've had a lot of cookies in the past). Had I known, I would've made a zen moment video out of it (like the one I made for Streats HK stewed beef noodle).
It was one of those moments that change your life, you know. Another moment like that, that I can recall, was when I first tried the salted egg yolk crab, photo of which I put up on the front page of this blog. It's a reminder for me, of how strongly a food can make me feel. Oh my Tian, I need therapy.
Anyways, for me the sea salt is not much of a unique addition to the overall taste of the cookie, but it is there to wet your palate, to get it ready for what is coming next. It's a needed element to make this cookie even more marvelous. Otherwise, it would just be a normal yet super delicious chocolate cookie.
The sea salt makes it superb, and now it has a special place in my heart.
And so, I have decided to make this cookie my latest adversary. I had 3 that day, on top of the brownie. What is going on??*carrots for dinner*
Oh, speaking of the brownie, the Nutella Brownie I bought was also quite good. But it paled in comparison to those d*mn cookies!
The best I can say about the brownies were they're above average. Will I buy it again? Sure. It's a good brownie. It's crispy on top, it just crumbles as you sink your teeth into it, the inside is moist, chocolaty and addictive too. I couldn't stop stuffing my face even if I wanted to. Someone help!
But the main reason I would travel all the way to Bugis from Jurong is definitely for those cookies. They are heaven! I hope you can have a bite of it too.
More information about Fluff Bakery:
https://www.facebook.com/Fluff-Bakery
4 Jalan Pisang
Singapore 199071
Opens Tuesday-Saturday 12 pm - 7 pm
Initially, we went to Jalan Pisang to have lunch at this halal cafe (hopefully, I can tell you all about it soon). But we were there at almost 12 pm and the place was still closed. The sign says it opens 12 pm.
Meanwhile, across the street a small line was starting to form in front of this charming chic little bakery. You can see the people inside bustling about, getting ready. I was beginning to get curious, then I saw this sign up front.
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Look at the 'Closed' sign on the window. They're so busy they didn't even have time to flip the sign over when they opened for the day.
My decision to queue was made even more so after my friend commented that this bakery is always sold out by mid afternoon.
When I was able to get inside the small air conditioned room, a sweet smell was wafting in the air. Can you imagine coming to work everyday to a place that smells like this? How can you stay thin??
These are only some of the spread they have for the day. But my eyes were fixated on the 'Speculoos Liquid Cheesecake Pretzel'. What does speculoos even mean? I don't know, but it's going to be on my next shopping list. For now, I'm sticking to the Nutella Brownies and the Sea Salt Chewy Chocolate Cookies.
After we paid for everything (my friend also bought some cupcakes and cookies for her), we went to have lunch. But while we were waiting for our food to be served, I cannot resist to take a peek, or maybe a small bite or two into the sea salt chewy chocolate cookie. So, I took one out and shared it with my daughter. In all fairness, I did eat more than she did in the end. I'm so ashamed. At this point, I was beginning to think my diet was a myth. I only imagined it, but it was actually nonexistent.
I really did not expect it to be that good. I mean I had high expectations, but I really did not expect it to be that good (did I just repeat myself?).
I felt the crisp as I bit into it, then the chewiness of the cookie dough plus the chocolate lent a small yet needed resistance as the bite gave way off the whole cookie (am I making sense?). It was chewy, gooey and overall yummy. It was insane. I have personally never tasted a cookie that good (and I've had a lot of cookies in the past). Had I known, I would've made a zen moment video out of it (like the one I made for Streats HK stewed beef noodle).
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Anyways, for me the sea salt is not much of a unique addition to the overall taste of the cookie, but it is there to wet your palate, to get it ready for what is coming next. It's a needed element to make this cookie even more marvelous. Otherwise, it would just be a normal yet super delicious chocolate cookie.
The sea salt makes it superb, and now it has a special place in my heart.
And so, I have decided to make this cookie my latest adversary. I had 3 that day, on top of the brownie. What is going on??*carrots for dinner*
Oh, speaking of the brownie, the Nutella Brownie I bought was also quite good. But it paled in comparison to those d*mn cookies!
The best I can say about the brownies were they're above average. Will I buy it again? Sure. It's a good brownie. It's crispy on top, it just crumbles as you sink your teeth into it, the inside is moist, chocolaty and addictive too. I couldn't stop stuffing my face even if I wanted to. Someone help!
But the main reason I would travel all the way to Bugis from Jurong is definitely for those cookies. They are heaven! I hope you can have a bite of it too.
More information about Fluff Bakery:
https://www.facebook.com/Fluff-Bakery
4 Jalan Pisang
Singapore 199071
Opens Tuesday-Saturday 12 pm - 7 pm
kak, speculoos is a must try! I tried it first around a month ago and now it's my preferred spread for my daily breakfast toast, even more so than nutella <3
ReplyDeleteAh! Then the more reason for me to go there soon and try it for myself ☺️*having high expectations.
DeleteThanks for the info