When I decided to visit Hundred Acre Creamery located in Sembawang Shopping Centre, I was looking for a dessert spot that offered more than just a quick scoop of ice cream. I hoped to find a café where I could slow down, enjoy good food, and spend some time catching up with friends.
Beyond its gelato, the café serves waffles, and coffee that make it suitable for a longer visit. From smooth gelato with thick textures to freshly made waffles, there’s a variety of options to explore whether you’re stopping by in the afternoon or after sunset for a chill evening.
The Story Behind Hundred Acre Creamery’s Childhood-Inspired Brand
The name Hundred Acre Creamery takes inspiration from Winnie the Pooh’s Hundred Acre Wood, which gives the café a playful identity without feeling overdone. They also focus on small-batch gelato made without artificial flavourings or colourings.
The café also offers plenty of items to explore beyond just one scoop.
The brand has grown beyond its original beginning at Sunset Way, Clementi. They’ve expanded into different neighbourhoods across Singapore, with their current outlet locations at:
Sunset Way
Tampines
Westgate
Sembawang
Bedok
What's on the Menu
The menu splits between waffles, gelato, sorbet, and coffee. There are dairy free options too, folded into the vegan gelato selection, so most people find something.
Scoops sit around the $4.50 to $6 range depending on what you choose. Fair, for what lands in the cup.
Coconut Pandan Waffle
I started with the Coconut Pandan Waffle, mainly because pandan has always been one of those flavours that brings me back to simple childhood treats.
The waffle arrived crispy on the outside while staying soft and airy inside, with the slight chewiness that makes a good waffle work. The coconut and pandan combination felt thoughtfully done, with the familiar flavour combination baked into the batter rather than simply added on top.
The addition of gula melaka sauce brought a deeper sweetness that tied the coconut and pandan notes together.
Truffle Cheese Waffle
The Truffle Cheese Waffle takes things in a different direction. The savoury notes from the cheese and truffle create a more complex flavour, moving it away from the usual sweet waffle options.
It won’t be everyone’s first choice, but I liked that it tried to surprise instead of following the usual dessert formula. The combination of a crisp waffle with richer toppings makes it an interesting choice for those who enjoy something less predictable.
Gelato and Sorbet Flavours to Try
Beyond waffles, Hundred Acre Creamery’s gelato selection is where the café gets more creative. Some flavours worth exploring include:
Dark Chocolate Sorbet
While it doesn’t have the creamy texture you’d expect from a traditional gelato, it makes up for its more intense chocolate taste. Without dairy, the cocoa notes feel sharper, with a slight bitterness before the sweetness settles in.Coconut Sorbet
A lighter option compared to the richer flavours, this scoop has a refreshing coconut profile. It’s the kind of choice I’d reach for on a warmer day when I want something cooling rather than heavy.Honey Chrysanthemum Gelato
This is where the creamery shows its more adventurous side. The floral notes remind me of chrysanthemum tea, with a gentle sweetness from the honey that captures the essence of the ingredient without becoming overwhelming.
A Vietnamese Coffee Moment
I decided to add the Drip Coffee with condensed milk after trying the desserts, and it brought back memories of the Ca Phe I’ve had in Vietnam. The coffee carries a deeper, slightly roasty profile, with the condensed milk adding sweetness without masking the bitterness.
Paired with the gelato and waffles, the coffee creates a nice contrast between the richer dessert flavours and the stronger notes from the cup.
A Cosy Corner in Sembawang Shopping Centre
The café has a warm, laid-back atmosphere where you can sit down, enjoy your dessert, and take your time.
During my morning visit, I noticed a steady mix of customers coming in for gelato, waffles, and drinks. Some were catching up over coffee, while others shared a dessert together. It’s the kind of place that feels worth a visit when you’re looking for a café break in the area.
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Planning Your Visit Here
Before making the trip down, these are the details I’d keep in mind:
Where: Blk 604 Sembawang Road, B1-K10, Sembawang Shopping Centre, Singapore 758459
Hours: Daily, around 10.30am to 10pm. Hours may vary on holidays, so checking before visiting is recommended
Booking: Walk-ins are available. For enquiries, you can contact the café or head over to their website for more details.
Good for: Families, casual catch-ups, dessert dates, and anyone looking for a relaxed café spot with gelato, waffles, and coffee options.
After A Few Scoops And A Coffee
Hundred Acre Creamery is a café I’d consider for a good stop, whether you’re meeting friends, taking a short break, or looking for something delicious in the area. The items I ordered gave me a better idea of what the café offers, with each choice bringing a bit of variety to the visit.
I left with a better sense of what the café offers and why it has found its place in the neighbourhood. It may not be the kind of spot you plan an entire day around, but it’s a place I’d keep in mind when I’m looking for a dessert stop close to home.
