# Creamy Durian Desserts Dessert First's Durian Snow Ice is a Beloved Local Treat By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2017-12-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durian-snow-ice References: [dessertfirst.sg](http://www.dessertfirst.com.sg/menu.php) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/dessertfirst.com.sg/photos/a.1642142766009470.1073741830.1404193689804380/1892474750976269/?type=3&theater) Though durian is best known for its overpowering odor, a Singaporean dessert bar called 'Desserts First' has managed to transform the pungent fruit into a delicious treat called Durian Snow Ice. Made from real durian, the dessert is a cool and creamy way to enjoy the "king of fruits" on a hot day. Desserts First's Durian Snow Ice is an [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/devon-house)-worthy dessert made from real durian flesh and served over snow ice. Frozen durian paste is also infused in the snow ice for an extra fruity punch. To top it off, the whole dessert is drizzled with sweet condensed milk. As one of Desserts First's best-selling items, Durian Snow Ice offers Singaporeans a tasty way to enjoy a [traditional Asian ingredient](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabai-creamery). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 80% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Durian Desserts:** Opportunity to create innovative and unique durian-based desserts. - **Snow Ice:** Potential to develop new flavors and combinations for snow ice desserts. - **Asian Ingredients:** Explore the use of traditional Asian ingredients in modern desserts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Dessert Bars:** Dessert bars can capitalize on the popularity of creamy durian desserts. - **Frozen Desserts:** Innovations in the frozen dessert industry can include durian-infused products. - **Food and Beverage:** Restaurants and cafes can incorporate durian-based desserts into their menus. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Durian Coffee Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durian-coffee.md) - [Creamy QSR Dessert Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yubari-melon.md) - [Traditional Malay-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onde-onde.md) - [Caffeinated Durian Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durian-latte.md) - [Pandan Jelly Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pandan-playground.md) - [Pineapple-Infused QSR Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pineapples-aplenty.md) - [Asian-Influenced Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabai-creamery.md) - [Freeze-Dried Ice Cream Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-cloud-by-panfruit.md) - [Jackfruit Ice Cream Novelties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amalfi-lemon-jackfruit.md)