The ensaimada is one of the most popular culinary delights on the island of Mallorca. It's a sweet treat of Spanish origin made from a soft dough that is rolled and left to ferment for several hours before being baked. Its fluffy texture and delicate, sweet flavor have made it one of the most typical and popular products in Mallorca. In fact, finding the best places to eat and buy ensaimadas in Mallorca is a common search for both national and international tourists.
So, if you're planning a trip to Mallorca, you can't miss the opportunity to try an authentic Mallorcan ensaimada. Below, we've compiled a list of the best places on the island to enjoy this delicious pastry.
The Best Ensaimadas in Mallorca
Ensaimadas can be enjoyed on their own or paired with hot chocolate or coffee. Due to their immense popularity, you can find them in various forms at bakeries, cafes, and patisseries across Mallorca, including filled with cream, chocolate, truffle, or angel hair, among others.
Among the most renowned places to enjoy one of the best ensaimadas in Mallorca are the following:
1. Forn Sant Francesc d'Inca
Forn Sant Francesc d'Inca is a bakery and patisserie located in the town of Inca, on the island of Mallorca, just a 20-minute drive from Alcúdia, one of the best areas to stay on the island and where some of our VIVA Hotels are located. This bakery is known for producing some of the best bakery and pastry products on the island, including ensaimadas.
This bakery has a history of over 100 years and a tradition of making ensaimadas and other typical bakery products on the island. Their recipe is carefully crafted with quality ingredients, following an artisanal process that ensures the freshness and authentic taste of their products. Additionally, Forn Sant Francesc has been recognized worldwide for the quality of its ensaimadas, having been awarded as the Best Ensaimada in the World in 2017. They also offer a wide variety of sizes and flavors, from traditional plain ensaimadas to those filled with angel hair or chocolate, ensuring there's an option to satisfy any craving.
2. Can Joan de S'Aigo
You'll find some of the best ensaimadas in Mallorca at Can Joan de S'Aigo. Located in the city of Palma, on Can Sanç Street, this establishment is frequently visited by a large number of tourists and locals who come to enjoy a delicious ensaimada with hot chocolate or coffee in an atmosphere that transports you to another era.
One of the main reasons for its recognition is its long history, with more than 300 years of tradition in crafting artisanal products. Can Joan de S'Aigo is also considered one of the most important places in Mallorcan gastronomy, thanks to its wide variety of typical island products such as ice creams, "coca de patata" (potato cake), or "crespells" (traditional cookies). However, ensaimadas are undoubtedly one of their star products, as their traditional recipe ensures the quality and authentic taste of this delicious pastry.
3. Pastelería Ca'n Molinas
The Ca'n Molinas Bakery and Patisserie, located in Valldemossa, is an excellent choice for buying some of the best ensaimadas on the island of Mallorca. This pastry shop is famous for its long tradition, as it has been producing products in an artisanal manner for over 90 years, using quality ingredients.
They offer a wide variety of typical Mallorcan bakery and pastry products, including their delicious ensaimadas in different sizes and flavors, with some of the most popular being the ones filled with cream or whipped cream. Additionally, this patisserie is known for crafting its products in an artisanal manner using quality ingredients, ensuring the freshness and authentic taste of their products.
4. Antic Forn des Teatre)
Fornet de la Soca (formerly Forn des Teatre) is a bakery and patisserie located in the historic center of Palma, on the island of Mallorca. It's a bakery with over 100 years of history, known for the quality of its artisanal products.
One of Fornet de la Soca's specialties is ensaimadas, which are very popular among all kinds of customers. What makes Fornet de la Soca's ensaimadas special, in addition to their quality, is their size. They are larger than the usual ensaimadas, making them ideal for sharing with family or friends. Furthermore, you can find ensaimadas filled with cream, angel hair, or chocolate, giving them a unique and distinct touch.
Another important aspect of Fornet de la Soca is its location in the heart of Palma's historic center, near the Principal Theater, an emblematic and highly visited place in the city. Therefore, if you visit this patisserie, you can enjoy a delicious ensaimada while admiring one of the most beautiful places in the city.
5. Forn Fondo
Forn Fondo is an artisanal bakery and patisserie located in Palma de Mallorca. Established in 1911, this patisserie is renowned for its delicious ensaimadas, as well as other products such as bread, cakes, and typical island sweets. Additionally, their products are made traditionally and by hand.
6. Ensaimadas Ángel
In Palma de Mallorca, you'll find Pastelería Ángel, which boasts being one of the best places to buy the best ensaimadas in Mallorca. With over 15 years of experience, this store makes ensaimadas by combining tradition with advanced techniques. They offer a wide variety of filled ensaimadas, with some of the most special options being the ensaimada with burnt cream, white chocolate, or sobrasada for those who prefer savory flavors.
If you're planning a trip to the island, we recommend that you try an authentic Mallorcan ensaimada at one of the places mentioned above. The flavor and texture of this pastry are unparalleled, and you can enjoy it in bakeries, patisseries, as well as bars and restaurants across the island. Don't miss out!
