I haven’t been too adventurous in trying really wild Durian creations, but Durian snacks and desserts will always be my top choices. I would be lying if I said that I wasn’t excited about Forbidden’s Durian Treats.
Are you familiar with Sunnyhills, a Taiwanese Pineapple Cakes brand that was popular among many? Forbidden Durian is a subsidiary of Sunnyhills, and they aim to produce world-class durian specialties.
Forbidden, yet too tantalising to resist.
The D24 Durian Cigar ($12.50/ 8pcs) reminds me of the Chinese flaky egg rolls 鸡蛋卷 that I used to eat, but this is a premium version instead. The light buttery and flaky texture just ticked all the right boxes of a perfect biscuit roll.
The best part is no other than the aromatic Durian filling which is also the star of this treat!
As they are all packed individually, you could sneak out a treat just in case you have a sudden craving for Durian! (Well, that is if you aren’t concerned about the Durian breath after!)
The Durian Roulade ($47) is something Durian fanatics will swoon over because of its fragrance and creamy texture. The filling is also made with 100% premium durian. With 4 decadent layers of pandan, kaya, cake and durian, the flavours blend perfectly with one another.
The roulade can be portioned into about 10-12 decent slices.
It’s a slight pity that the cake has to be consumed within 3 days of opening, otherwise I could have enjoyed this for the entire week.
Tip: Remember to thaw the cake long enough for a softer texture
Packed in a luxurious-looking “cigar box”, this could be just the perfect gift for your friend who is also a durian lover! And there is no age limit!
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This post is written in collaboration with Forbidden, based on my honest opinions.
