This underrated bakery in a hawker centre has cafe-quality croissants, cakes, brownies and tarts in flavours like orh nee and matcha chocolate from just S$3.80

by Sheree Chua

If you’re planning to stalk me (I’m in my dark romance era), it’s actually not that hard as my weekend plans are always the same. Brunching at a cafe before grabbing a good cup of joe. Rinse and repeat — that’s how my morning routine goes.

While this hobby works wonders for my mental health, it’s not so kind to my wallet. Cafes in Singapore are hella pricey, so if you’re like me and love cafe goods, it’s best to have deep pockets.

Apparently, a baker heard our prayers and gave us cafe-style pastries at accessible prices. Tarts, cakes and croissants for just S$3.80? Sign me up!

Lian Hup Heng
Photo: Hui Qi Woon/google images

Of course, you can’t expect Lian Hup Heng to have a fancy interior. Heck, it isn’t even air-conditioned as the store sits in a hawker centre, namely Amoy Street Food Centre

At the end of the day, the bakery is fuss-free, reliable and uncomplicated — offering a small yet refined spread of pastries.

Lian Hup Heng
Photo: Hui Qi Woon/google images

Everything here looks delicious but there’s one pastry that catches everyone’s eye (probably yours too): Orh Nee Tart. With a luscious purple yam surrounded by a buttery tart shell, the Orh Nee Tart is a must-have for every taro lover.

It’s further topped with a large ginkgo nut to add some nuttiness to an otherwise overly creamy texture (not that I’m complaining).

Lian Hup Heng
Photo: @lianhupheng.bakery/instagram

Another tart that might get sold out in a matter of seconds is the Lemon Meringue Tart

Basic? Maybe a little, but the lemon curd here is done so well, striking the perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness. The meringue cookie sitting on top provides an oh-so-satisfying crunch.

Photo: Emily/google images

Completing the collection of crowd-favourite tarts are the Pear Tart and Lian’s Dark Indulgence, featuring 72% dark chocolate for a rich, intense flavour.

Photo: Lian Hup Heng/facebook

Every once in a while, the bakery shop may whip up a new item that’s available for a limited time only. At the time of writing, they’re serving up a Matcha Chocolate Tart and Blueberry Crumble Tart which just sound too tempting!

Photo: @lianhupheng.bakery/instagram

Their other permanent baked goods include Fudgy Brownies, Banana Walnut Bread and Yogurt Cranberry Cake, which can be accompanied alongside your tarts for a filling breakfast or afternoon tea.

You can even get their freshly baked croissants but do note they’re only available on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday!

Considering that Lian Hup Heng opens only from 10.30am to 3pm, trust me — get there early to avoid any disappointment. Once the goodies are sold out, the owners will pack up and call it a day.

Which baked goods will you try first?

Lian Hup Heng
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📍7 Maxwell Road, #02-128 Amoy Street Food Centre, Singapore 069111
🕐 10.30am–3pm (Mon to Fri), Closed on Sat, Sun and Public Holidays

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