Updated 20 October 2026
Deepavali in Singapore is a celebration of colourful lights, beautiful traditions, family gatherings and, of course, delicious food. From freshly made murukku to golden laddu, Deepavali foods in Singapore offer a wonderful mix of flavours, memories and festive traditions.
Deepavali falls on Sunday, 8 November 2026, with Monday, 9 November as the public holiday. That's under three weeks away, so now is the time to order your mithai and snacks. Here are 10 festive foods worth trying, plus the Singapore small businesses and Little India shops where you can get them.
Prices, lead times and stock were checked in early October and can change. Please confirm with each seller before you order.
10 Must-Try Deepavali Foods
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Food |
Type |
Best with |
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1 |
Mysore Pak |
Sweet |
Filter coffee |
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2 |
Ladoo |
Sweet |
Masala chai |
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3 |
Murukku |
Savoury |
Tea |
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4 |
Adhirasam |
Sweet |
Warm tea |
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5 |
Kaju Katli |
Sweet |
Tea or a mithai platter |
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6 |
Coconut Barfi |
Sweet |
Start of a festive meal |
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7 |
Jalebi |
Sweet |
Hot milk or chai |
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8 |
Gulab Jamun |
Sweet |
Served warm |
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9 |
Rava Kesari |
Sweet |
After a vegetarian feast |
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10 |
Ribbon Pakoda |
Savoury |
Tea, or alongside sweets |
1. Mysore Pak
This golden block is gram flour, ghee and sugar at their best. A good one is crumbly outside and almost fudgy inside, and it leaves a little shine on your fingers. That shine is how you know it's the real thing.
Where to get it:Where to get it: You'll find Mysore pak in the glass cases of most Serangoon Road sweet shops, such as Moghul Sweet Shop (see below). Buy a small box first. You'll be back for a bigger one.
2. Ladoo
Golden, round and beautifully fragrant, ladoo is one of the most popular traditional Deepavali sweets. Made with ingredients such as gram flour, semolina, ghee, sugar and nuts, these sweet treats come in several varieties. Besan laddu offers a rich, nutty flavour, while motichoor laddu has a softer, syrupy texture. They're a delicious choice for festive gifting or sharing with family and friends.
Best enjoyed: With warm masala chai.
Where to get it: Sofnade's Deepavali range includes ladoo tarts, a modern twist on the classic (sofnade.com/deepavali). For traditional ladoo, Moghul Sweet Shop in Little India stocks it (see below).
3. Murukku
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You can't talk about Deepavali snacks in Singapore without mentioning murukku. This crispy South Indian snack is traditionally made using rice flour, lentil flour and seasonings before being shaped into spirals and fried. Crunchy, savoury and lightly spiced, murukku is a festive household favourite often served to visiting guests.
Best enjoyed: With tea or alongside traditional Indian sweets.
Where to get it: Sofnade sells classic murukku in snack packets from S$7. All Things Delicious includes a murukku packet in its Deepavali Delight gift box. Mdm Ling Bakery offers murukku in its range of halal-certified, vegetarian and vegan-friendly snacks.
4. Adhirasam
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Adhirasam is a much-loved South Indian sweet, especially in Tamil households. Made from rice flour and jaggery, these flattened, deep-fried treats have a caramel-like flavour and a pleasantly chewy texture. Many families pass their recipes down through generations.
Best enjoyed: With warm tea during festive visits.
Where to get it: It's harder to find than murukku, so ask your favourite Little India sweet shop whether they stock it before you head out.
5. Kaju Katli
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Smooth, delicate and beautifully shaped, kaju katli is a festive favourite made primarily from finely ground cashews and sugar. These diamond-shaped sweets sometimes feature edible silver leaf, making them especially popular in Deepavali gift boxes. Their soft, slightly fudgy texture and gentle cashew flavour make them a wonderful treat for anyone who enjoys nut-based desserts.
Best enjoyed: With tea or as part of a Deepavali sweets platter.
Where to get it: Moghul Sweet Shop in Little India sells kaju katli (see below). Gully Restaurant & Garden at Holiday Inn Little India also offers it in its mithai boxes.
6. Coconut Barfi
The pink and white diamonds of coconut barfi, often called coconut candy in Singapore, bring back childhood memories for many families. Some start their Deepavali meal with something sweet to mark a good beginning, and coconut barfi is a popular choice.
Where to get it: All Things Delicious sells a coconut barfi gift pack, and it's included in their Deepavali Delight gift box (All Things Delicious).
7. Jalebi
Jalebi is made by frying swirls of batter and soaking them in sugar syrup. It's crisp at the edges, juicy in the middle and delightfully sticky, so keep napkins nearby. It's best eaten fresh.
Where to get it: Moghul Sweet Shop at 48 Serangoon Road sells jalebi (see below).
8. Gulab Jamun
Soft, round milk-based dumplings are fried and soaked in a cardamom-scented sugar syrup. Gulab jamun is a festival and party favourite, and it's lovely served warm.
Where to get it: Moghul Sweet Shop is a good place to start (see below). If you'd like to try several mithai at once, a mithai box lets you taste a few varieties. Her Rise Above offers mithai boxes from S$30 (Her Rise Above).
9. Rava Kesari
This soft, golden dessert is made from semolina, ghee and sugar, often with cashews and raisins. It's warm, fragrant and quick to melt in your mouth, and it's a staple of South Indian festive tables.
Where to get it: Ask at Little India sweet shops and vegetarian restaurants such as Komala Vilas, or check with the sellers in the next section about festive orders.
10. Ribbon Pakoda
Ribbon pakoda is a crunchy, flat, ribbon-shaped snack, a variety of murukku, made from rice and gram flour. It's a great savoury balance to all the sweets on the table.
Where to get it: Peshwai's in Little India stocks Indian savoury snacks and packaged regional treats, and Komala Vilas has a Sweets and Savouries Store at 4 Upper Dickson Road.
Where to Buy Deepavali Food in Singapore 2026
1. Moghul Sweet Shop – Best for Traditional Indian Sweets
- Location: 48 Serangoon Rd, #01-16, Singapore 217959
- Regular hours: 9:30 AM–9 PM daily
- What to buy: Jalebi, laddu, kaju katli, gulab jamun and assorted mithai.
2. Komala Vilas Restaurant – Best for South Indian Food
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Location:
- 76 Serangoon Road, Singapore 217981
- 4 Upper Dickson Road, Singapore 207464 (Sweets and Savouries Store)
- Regular hours: 7 AM–10:30 PM daily, including public holidays
- What to try: Thosai, idli, vadai and vegetarian South Indian meals.
3. Bikanervala - Best Indian Vegetarian Restaurant for Sweet Boxes & Vegetarian Snacks
- Location: 253 Tanjong Katong Rd, Singapore 437041
- Regular hours: 11 AM–10 PM daily
- What to buy: Indian sweet assortments, mithai, samosas and vegetarian chaat.
4. Peshwai's – Best for Traditional Indian Packaged Snacks
- Location: 36 Norris Rd, Singapore 208278
- Regular hours: 10 AM–8 PM, Tuesday–Sunday
- What to look for: Indian savoury snacks, packaged regional treats and cooking ingredients.
Tips for Ordering Deepavali Food
- Order early. Many small sellers need 3 to 7 days' notice, and some, like G&S Crumbs & Bakes, sell out.
- Check dietary needs. Most traditional snacks are vegetarian, but many use ghee or milk, so they aren't always vegan. Ask about halal certification, egg-free and gluten-free options.
- Buy a mixed box first. It lets you taste a few varieties before you commit to a bigger order.
- Visit Little India early in the day for the freshest sweets and shorter queues.
- Confirm hours before you go, especially around the public holiday.
What to Wear for Deepavali 2026: Nimbu's Newest Collection
Here is the truth about a festive food crawl: you will be sitting on the floor, reaching across a table, and wrestling with a very enthusiastic jalebi. Your outfit needs to cope with all of that and still look beautiful in the family photo. Nimbu's clothes are made from soft, breathable cotton, which really matters when you are eating a hot, spicy feast in Singapore's humidity.
Leading that range this season is the Zia Collection, our newest Deepavali line and its first complete festive range for girls, boys, women and men. Zia means “light”, and the designs are built around the moments that actually happen at Deepavali: sitting cross-legged at a family lunch, chasing cousins around the living room, and squeezing in for the group photo. Instead of stiff, heavy festive wear, the collection leans on 100% breathable cotton, easy cuts and subtle festive details. Dressing as a family?
Dressing as a family? Browse our Deepavali outfits and matching family sets for looks that coordinate without being identical. If you'd like to feel the fabrics first, our Find Us Offline page shows where to find Nimbu around Singapore.
Timing matters too. Nimbu suggests shopping two to three weeks ahead of Deepavali to leave room for delivery and fittings, and with 8 November just over three weeks away, now is a good moment to choose. Once the outfits are sorted, build the rest of your day around them with our guide to Deepavali events and family activities in Singapore 2026.
FAQs
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What are the most popular Deepavali foods in Singapore? Mysore pak, ladoo, murukku, kaju katli, jalebi, gulab jamun and coconut barfi are some of the most popular festive sweets and snacks.
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Where can I buy Deepavali sweets in Singapore? Little India's sweet shops, such as Moghul Sweet Shop, are classic choices. Small businesses like Sofnade, All Things Delicious and Her Rise Above also take online orders.
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Are Deepavali sweets and snacks vegetarian? Most traditional ones are, but many contain ghee or milk, so they aren't always vegan. Check with the seller.
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Can non-Hindus buy and enjoy Deepavali snacks? Yes. Deepavali snacks are meant to be shared with everyone, so try a little of everything.
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When is Deepavali 2026 in Singapore? Sunday, 8 November 2026. Monday, 9 November is the observed public holiday.
Come hungry, wear something comfortable and let the Festival of Lights do the rest. Happy Deepavali from all of us at Nimbu!
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Dates, prices and availability are based on information available in October 2026. Shop hours, stock and offers can change, so please confirm before you order or head out.
