Basket Break Bakehouse in Petaling Jaya
There’s nothing quite like the thrill of discovering underrated food gems in unexpected places. Basket Break Bakehouse feels just like this for loyal customers who can’t get enough of their sourdough bakes.
This micro-bakery is tucked discretely in the basement of Seventeen Mall in Petaling Jaya, just next to the parking bay. While they only do takeaways, they serve small-batch bakes with the star of their menu, sourdough doughnuts, delightfully fluffy and oozing with filling.
A micro-bakery with a collection of sourdough bakes
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When it comes to doughnuts, the fillings are typically the highlight. But Basket Break Bakehouse pays attention to the texture of their sourdough doughnuts just as well, which are chewy yet fluffy and slightly firmer than regular doughnuts. To complement the doughs are a plethora of creative creamy fillings, jam-packed into them.
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To find this hole-in-the-wall bakery in the basement of Seventeen Mall, simply make your way to a travelator just right of an entrance to the mall that’s marked by the number 29. You’ll be greeted by the bakery’s large cheery-yellow signage, which lets you know you’ve arrived at the right place.
Step right up to the window of the cosy bakery and find selections of their fresh bakes, including doughnuts, cookies, bostock, and s’mores. To avoid disappointment, you’ll want to drop by early as their bakes are known to sell out before closing time.
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Sourdough doughnuts with a plethora of classic and creative flavours
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The sourdough doughnuts at Basket Break Bakehouse are made from scratch and takes about two days to ferment. The result is a satisfying chewiness in each bite – think sinking your teeth into clouds or pillows, and having filling ooze right out.
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The flavour of fillings offered at the bakery each have their own individual charm. The zesty Lemon Sourdonut (RM9) has lemon cream filling and is topped with sweet meringue that balances the tanginess perfectly, while the Hojicha Sourdonut (RM10) has a pleasant nutty flavour and a subtle sweetness.
Other creative flavours to look out for include Pistachio Mascarpone Sourdonut (RM10), which has a sturdy and slightly sour base that perfectly complements the sweet and nutty flavours of the filling, and the Vanilla Bean Sourdonut (RM10) filled with creamy organic vanilla bean cream and topped with torched brulée.
Other flavours to try out are Pink Guava Vanilla (RM11), PB&J (RM10), and Cinnamon Sugar (RM10).
Gorge on sourdough doughnuts from Basket Break Bakehouse
Apart from the usual pastries such as cakes and pies, sourdough doughnuts are a delicious option that perfectly brings together chewy dough and creamy fillings. If you’re craving this treat, Basket Break Bakehouse might just be your next go-to spot for them in Petaling Jaya.
Address: Basement Level, Seventeen Mall, Jalan 17/38, Seksyen 17, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: Wed-Sun 9am-4.30pm (Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays)
Contact: 03-7612 7056 | Basket Break Bakehouse Instagram
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