Mid-Autumn 2026
Singapore’s first Dubai Chocolate Mooncake is here. For Mid-Autumn 2026, Pinch Bakehouse has taken the viral combination of chocolate, pistachio and crunch and reimagined it as a halal mooncake, built around the fudgy brownies we are known for.
Our Pistachio Mochi Brownie Mooncake combines rich chocolate brownie, chewy Taiwanese-style mochi and a crunchy pistachio centre in one bite.
If you are searching for a halal mooncake in Singapore that feels completely different from traditional lotus paste or snowskin, this is our answer.
What Is Singapore’s First Dubai Chocolate Mooncake?
Pinch Bakehouse’s Dubai Chocolate Mooncake is a halal Mid-Autumn creation made with a fudgy chocolate brownie base, chewy Taiwanese-style mochi and a crunchy pistachio centre. Instead of using traditional lotus or white bean paste, it takes the chocolate, pistachio and textural contrast associated with Dubai chocolate and rebuilds it around Pinch’s signature brownie.
Why We Wanted to Make a Real Dubai Chocolate Mooncake
Dubai chocolate is everywhere, but what made it popular was never just the pistachio.
A good Dubai chocolate dessert is all about contrast. Rich chocolate. Deep pistachio flavour. Something creamy. Something crunchy. Different textures hitting at the same time.
We did not want to take a standard mooncake filling, add cocoa powder, sprinkle some pistachio over the top and call it Dubai chocolate.
We wanted the chocolate and pistachio to actually matter.
Real Chocolate Character
The chocolate comes from a proper fudgy brownie base, not a neutral paste with chocolate flavour added to it.
Pistachio at the Centre
Pistachio is part of the actual bite, bringing nuttiness and richness instead of being used only as decoration.
Crunch That Matters
Texture is a big part of what people love about Dubai chocolate, so the pistachio centre needs to deliver a proper crunch.
Why a Brownie Mooncake?
Because brownies are what Pinch knows.
We have made pistachio brownies, cornflake brownies, cheesecake brownies, cookie dough brownies, salted caramel brownies, cookies and cream brownies and plenty of other variations over the years.
So when we started planning our 2026 mooncake collection, we did not want to simply ask, “What mooncake flavour has not been done yet?”
We asked a better question: what can Pinch bring to mooncakes that actually feels like us?
We went through plenty of ideas. Mango. Black sesame. Salted egg. Taro. Sweet potato. All good flavours, but all familiar territory in Singapore’s Mid-Autumn market.
Then we went back to brownies.
Start with what we do best
Our fudgy chocolate brownie became the foundation.
Add the flavour people are loving
Pistachio gives the mooncake its rich, nutty Dubai chocolate character.
Add another layer of texture
Chewy Taiwanese-style mochi gives every bite a soft, springy contrast.
Brownie plus pistachio plus mochi became our answer.
What Does the Dubai Chocolate Mooncake Taste Like?
The easiest way to describe it is three textures in one bite.
Chocolate Brownie
Rich, gooey and chocolatey, giving the mooncake the indulgent base Pinch is known for.
Taiwanese-Style Mochi
A soft, QQ-style layer that stretches slightly as you bite into it.
Pistachio Centre
Nutty pistachio and crunch complete the Dubai chocolate-inspired experience.
It is not designed to taste like a conventional mooncake. There is no classic lotus paste at the centre. Instead, it sits somewhere between a fudgy brownie, a mochi dessert and a pistachio chocolate treat, presented in mooncake form.
Meet the Pistachio Mochi Brownie Mooncake
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Pistachio Mochi Brownie Mooncake
A rich chocolate brownie mooncake layered with chewy mochi and a pistachio centre, created for anyone who likes their Mid-Autumn desserts a little less traditional.
Why This Is Also a Halal Mooncake Singapore Can Share
Pinch Bakehouse is a halal-certified bakery in Singapore, and our Mid-Autumn mooncake collection follows the same approach.
That means our Dubai Chocolate Mooncake is not a separate “halal alternative” sitting beside a non-halal range. It is created halal from the start, just like the rest of Pinch.
For families, friends and workplaces with both Muslim and non-Muslim recipients, that makes gifting much easier. Everyone can share the same dessert without anyone feeling like an afterthought.
Desserts should let everyone sit at the same table.
Who Is This Mooncake Best For?
| Buying for | Why this mooncake works |
|---|---|
| Dubai chocolate lovers | It combines chocolate, pistachio and crunch in one dessert. |
| Brownie fans | The base is the fudgy chocolate brownie style Pinch is known for. |
| Pistachio lovers | Pistachio sits at the centre of the flavour rather than being used only as a garnish. |
| Mochi fans | The chewy mochi adds another texture between the brownie and crunchy pistachio centre. |
| Younger family members | The flavour profile feels more like a modern dessert than a traditional lotus mooncake. |
| Mixed Muslim and non-Muslim groups | Pinch Bakehouse is halal-certified, making sharing and gifting simpler. |
| Someone who wants something different | Brownie, mochi and pistachio make it very different from conventional baked or snowskin mooncakes. |
Why It Stands Out in Singapore’s Mooncake Season
Singapore has no shortage of mooncakes. Every Mid-Autumn Festival brings traditional double-yolk mooncakes, low sugar lotus paste, snowskin creations, durian mooncakes and plenty of seasonal flavours.
That is exactly why we wanted our mooncake to feel recognisably Pinch.
Rather than trying to make another variation of a traditional filling, we turned our own brownie DNA into a mooncake and combined it with one of the biggest dessert trends of the moment.
The result is Singapore’s first Dubai Chocolate Mooncake: a halal chocolate mooncake built around brownie, pistachio, mochi and crunch.
80% of Our First Run Was Already Snapped Up
We knew it was different. We did not know how quickly people would go for it.
Around 80% of our first run was sold before we completed our full Mid-Autumn booth run.
If you are planning to try it this season, we recommend visiting earlier in the booth period rather than waiting until the final days before Mid-Autumn Festival.
Limited seasonal availability while stocks last.
Where to Buy Singapore’s First Dubai Chocolate Mooncake
The Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Mochi Brownie Mooncake is available at selected Pinch Bakehouse Mid-Autumn Festival booths while stocks last.
VivoCity
Compass One
NEX
Raffles City
Planning to Try It?
Availability is limited and may vary between locations. If the Dubai Chocolate Mooncake is the flavour you are visiting for, we recommend heading down earlier in the booth period rather than waiting until the last few days.
Want Other Halal Mooncake Flavours?
The Dubai Chocolate Mooncake is only one part of Pinch Bakehouse’s Lunar Reverie 2026 halal mooncake collection.
If you prefer something more traditional or want more flavours for family gifting, the collection also includes baked, low sugar, durian snowskin and contemporary snowskin mooncakes.
Popular options include:
Mooncake Delivery and Self-Collection in Singapore
For Pinch Bakehouse’s wider Lunar Reverie 2026 collection, mooncake delivery is available from 10 August to 25 September 2026. The last day to place an order is 23 September 2026, or earlier if stocks sell out.
Self-collection is available daily from 10am to 5pm.
Select your preferred available delivery date when placing your order.
Or earlier if stocks sell out.
Select your preferred collection date when ordering.
Self-Collection Address
Pinch Bakehouse
218 Pandan Loop
Xpace, Singapore 128408
Level 1 Reception
Current Mid-Autumn 2026 Mooncake Promotion
Ordering from the wider Lunar Reverie collection? The current Mid-Autumn promotion is:
Promo Code
Valid from 19 August to 12 September 2026.
Order Before the Mid-Autumn Rush
Popular flavours and delivery dates can sell out as the festival gets closer. If you already know what you want, it is worth securing your order earlier.
Browse Lunar Reverie 2026Promotional offers and online availability may differ from booth-exclusive products. Mooncakes are available while stocks last.
Looking for the Best Halal Mooncake in Singapore?
“Best” depends on what you enjoy. Traditional mooncake lovers may still choose lotus paste or salted egg yolk. Durian fans may head straight for Mao Shan Wang snowskin.
But if your idea of a great mooncake involves rich chocolate, pistachio, chewy mochi and plenty of texture, Singapore’s first Dubai Chocolate Mooncake deserves a place on your Mid-Autumn list.
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Discover Pinch Bakehouse’s Halal Mooncakes
Explore traditional favourites, snowskin flavours, durian mooncakes and contemporary Mid-Autumn creations from Pinch Bakehouse.
Buying Mooncakes for Clients or Employees?
For larger Mid-Autumn gifting orders, visit our corporate mooncake gifting Singapore page for bulk ordering, corporate gifting and delivery information.
FAQs About Singapore’s First Dubai Chocolate Mooncake
What is Singapore’s first Dubai Chocolate Mooncake?
Pinch Bakehouse’s Pistachio Mochi Brownie Mooncake is Singapore’s first Dubai Chocolate Mooncake. It combines a fudgy chocolate brownie base, chewy Taiwanese-style mochi and a crunchy pistachio centre in a contemporary Mid-Autumn creation.
Is the Dubai Chocolate Mooncake halal?
Yes. Pinch Bakehouse is a halal-certified bakery in Singapore, and its Lunar Reverie 2026 mooncake collection is Halal-certified.
What is inside Pinch Bakehouse’s Dubai Chocolate Mooncake?
It is made with a rich chocolate brownie base, chewy Taiwanese-style mochi and a crunchy pistachio centre. The three layers create fudgy, chewy and crunchy textures in one bite.
Does the Dubai Chocolate Mooncake contain traditional lotus paste?
No. Pinch’s version is built around a chocolate brownie base, mochi and pistachio instead of conventional lotus or white bean paste.
How much is the Pistachio Mochi Brownie Mooncake?
The Box of 2 starts from $34.90 and the Box of 4 starts from $69.90.
Where can I buy the Dubai Chocolate Mooncake in Singapore?
It is available at selected Pinch Bakehouse Mid-Autumn booths while stocks last: VivoCity from 25 August to 25 September, Compass One from 31 August to 25 September, NEX from 4 September to 25 September and Raffles City from 7 September to 25 September 2026.
Is the Dubai Chocolate Mooncake available online?
Current availability is focused on selected Pinch Bakehouse Mid-Autumn booths while stocks last. The product pages for the Box of 2 and Box of 4 provide details on the mooncake, while other Lunar Reverie mooncakes can be ordered through Pinch Bakehouse’s online mooncake collection.
What other halal mooncakes can I buy from Pinch Bakehouse?
Lunar Reverie 2026 also includes Double Yolk White Lotus, Low Sugar White Lotus, Traditional Mixed Nuts, Mao Shan Wang Durian Snowskin and modern Strawberry Cranberry Yogurt and Milk Tea Mochi Snowskin mooncakes.
Is there a Pinch Bakehouse mooncake promo code?
Yes. For eligible Lunar Reverie 2026 orders, use promo code BLOOMS10 for 10% off from 19 August to 12 September 2026. Promotional terms and booth offers may differ.
When is Pinch Bakehouse mooncake delivery available?
Delivery for the wider Lunar Reverie 2026 collection is available from 10 August to 25 September 2026. The last day to place an order is 23 September 2026, or earlier if stocks sell out.
