Dessert spots in Durban that are not to be missed, they promise all things sweet and all things dessert!

Cacao Chocolate Bar (Umhlanga)

If you’re a chocaholic then this is the perfect place to get your fix! The Cacao Chocolate Bar specialises in serving a wide variety of decadent chocolate desserts from its double chocolate brownies smothered in melted Belgian chocolate to the decadent hot chocolate made with Belgian chocolate. It also offers chocolate fondues for two, four or six people which come with a variety of fruits and treats to dip.

Plan B Dessertery (Umhlanga)

Have you ever been scrolling on Instagram and seen those indulgent, over-the-top bubble waffle cones stuffed with ice-cream, chocolate, sweets and more? Well, this is the place to go to experience that taste sensation for yourself! This ‘dessertery’ specialises in stuffed waffles as well as many other delicious treats such as churros and sweet tacos filled with ice-cream and toppings of your choice! You’ll be sure to leave on a sugar high!

 

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Sugarlicious (Umhlanga, Florida Road)

Sugarlicous is the place to go to satisfy your sweet cravings with a taste experience you’ll never forget. Its signature dessert consists of ice-cream macarons, where you can choose from a range of different ice-creams which come sandwiched between two delicate French macarons. Or indulge in the layered sponge and mousse Pillow Cakes for something more substantial. They have also just launched a new Heat and Treat range which include frozen cakes that you can heat up and enjoy on the comfort of your couch at home.

 

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The Waffle House (Ramsgate)

The Waffle House is a real KZN institution. Established in 1991, it has been serving authentic Belgian waffles which come in both sweet and savoury options. They use wholefoods and quality ingredients in all their recipes, ensuring you get the best waffles you’ll ever have. Choose from the lemon meringue waffle, the chocolate mousse waffle or the banoffee waffle among many others.

 

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Scoop Ice Cream (Ballito, Florida Road)

This ice-cream shop uses locally-sourced ingredients to create the most creamy, rich, indulgent ice-cream you can dream of. All the flavours are made with authentic ingredients to give you maximum taste sensation. Choose from a classic ice-cream cone, or try out the rolled ice-cream for something a little different! Aside from the classic flavours, they also offer exciting flavours every month like milk tart and hot cross bun, so keep a look out for what’s on the menu!

 

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Daniela’s Deliciously Decadent (Hillcrest)

If you’re a fan of macarons then look no further. This dessert shop specialises in creating French macarons with the delicate crisp outer shell that gives way to a melt-in-your-mouth centre. They are made from the finest Californian almonds and use only quality natural ingredients. You can choose from a variety of flavours to satisfy your cravings, from French vanilla, to peanut butter and many more.