On this island, there’s never a shortage of reasons to celebrate with sugar, and pastry recipes are passed on even faster than holiday snapshots. Here, sweet treats are tradition, pride, and the perfect excuse to explore markets and fairs. Mallorcan confectionery ignores fleeting trends: it’s pure heritage behind every cake and every family tale shared after a meal.

If you think the only great stories are baked in Palma, it’s time to debunk that myth: every village and every bakery has its own repertoire. Our sweet route avoids the obvious: we’ll tour Llevant and the Northeast, where the scent of wood-fired ovens and the creativity of pastry chefs still set the pace for festivals and Sundays.

So, the invitation is ready: explore, taste, and get surprised by Mallorca’s sweetest side. Are you in?

Llevant and El Pla: pastry of the agricultural heartland and Eastern Coast

The Llevant region is the agricultural heart of Mallorca, and its bakery offering directly reflects the land. Recipes are handed down from generation to generation, and many bakeries with still-functioning wood ovens are the village’s meeting point. Llevant’s treats evoke almonds, dried figs and the carob that thrives in its fields. This is robust baking, tied to the harvest calendar and local festivals. In this area, it’s not unusual to find excellent examples of savoury pastries, like vegetable cocas or cocarrois, which share the spotlight in the display case.

Pastisseria Can Cinto (Manacor)

Carrer de la Verònica, 13, 07500 Manacor

Founded in 1940, Can Cinto is an institution. More than just a bakery, it’s a guardian of rural recipes many thought lost. The current owners, now a third generation, keep the family legacy alive. Their sospiros (almond meringues) and cardinals de Lloseta are keenly sought after, but their true gems are the seasonal treats: Lenten doughnuts and artisan nougats at Christmas.

Forn de Baix (Capdepera)

Carrer Sol, 22, 07580 Capdepera

Nestled at the base of Capdepera’s mighty medieval castle, this bakery is a classic with a modern twist. They specialise in sweets made from local products, such as carob and toasted almonds. Don’t leave without trying their carob gató, a creative take on the traditional sponge cake. The location, on one of the cobbled streets winding up to the fortress, makes this the perfect stop after a cultural tour.

Forn Can Rafel (Sant Llorenç des Cardassar)

Plaça de l'Església, 15, 07530 Sant Llorenç des Cardassar

This family-run bakery is celebrated for its excellence in savoury pastries, a key part of Mallorcan cuisine. Their panades (meat pies) and cocarrois (vegetable turnovers with raisins and pine nuts) attract people from across the island. It’s the ideal place to understand that, in Mallorca, the boundary between sweet and savoury sometimes blurs.

Pastisseria Miquel (Artà)

Carrer Ciutat, 14, 07570 Artà

Artà is a village with a bohemian, artistic feel, and Pastisseria Miquel truly reflects that spirit. With an open bakery, they specialise in sweets in which almonds and eggs play starring roles. Their ametllats (almond biscuits) are light and crisp. It’s also a great place to find less common treats, like apricot cakes in summer.

Can Coves (Vilafranca de Bonany)

Carrer Major, 81, 07250 Vilafranca de Bonany

At the heart of Mallorca’s Pla, Vilafranca is famous for its melons, and Can Coves pays homage to seasonal fruit. This bakery stands out for its ability to incorporate local produce in its bakes. Their potato cakes are renowned, but what really makes them special are the tarts and pastries that change with the harvest: figs, apricots or plums.

Pastisseria Pomar (Sineu)

Carrer de Sant Francesc, 8, 07510 Sineu

Sineu is a village famed for its weekly market, one of the oldest on the island. Pomar, founded in 1902, is woven into this tradition. Its story is linked to fairs and the agricultural calendar. It’s a leader in making the ensaimada with Protected Geographical Indication. Their burnt cream ensaimada is one of the most popular.

Forn i Pastisseria Gelabert (Llubí)

Carrer de la Constitució, 34, 07430 Llubí

Llubí is a quiet village where traditions are fiercely kept. Forn Gelabert is a pillar of the local festivities, especially known for its crespells and robiols during Easter. These sweets, in shapes of stars, flowers or hearts, are a fixture at any Mallorcan family gathering. Here, they follow the time-honoured recipe, giving them an unmistakable taste.

Boutique bakeries, innovation and haute cuisine

If Llevant connects us to the land, Palma’s patisseries propel us into the avant-garde. The Balearic capital has become an authentic sweet laboratory where appearance is as vital as flavour. Here, display cabinets are like jewellery cases and pastry chefs, architects of sugar. This urban setting is home to some of the best patisseries in Palma de Mallorca, places that challenge the classics to offer bites that are pure design.

Lluís Pérez Pastisser (Palma)

Carrer de Bonaire, 14, 07012 Palma

Lluís Pérez came to Palma intending to refresh the city’s sweet scene with a vision of haute French patisserie using Mallorcan produce. The minimalist and bright premises allow the colours and forms of his cakes to shine. His individual tartlets are like pieces of modern art, with local almonds brought to life in unexpected textures. His local-flavour macarons, such as olive oil or sobrasada with honey, are unmissable. The flawless gleam of his glazes and the gift boxes make this a dependable stop for impressing.

Thomas' Bakeshop (Palma)

Carrer del Sindicat, 18, 07002 Palma

Thomas Viljoen has brought a cosmopolitan flair to the city centre. Passionate about comfort food raised to the next level, he melds Anglo-Saxon influences with refined technique. Here, chocolate is the star: rich, dense brownies and cheesecakes with ever-changing toppings and styles in step with the seasons. They are a point of reference in vegan baking and always surprise with spicy cookies, often daring combinations popular with those seeking something new. Don't hesitate to ask about the day's special; you will not be disappointed.

Forn de Sant Cristo (Palma)

Carrer de Sant Miquel, 47, 07002 Palma (and other locations)

Founded in 1910, this historic bakery has been updated many times without losing its identity or Mallorcan essence. Established as one of Palma de Mallorca’s best, its brand is instantly recognisable across the city. Be sure to try the 'cuarto', a sponge cake so light it seems to defy gravity, perfect for dipping in hot chocolate. Their ensaimadas are also outstanding for their quality and consistency, and their iconic octagonal box has become a symbol of Palma. This is the classic pit stop for royalty and celebrities alike.

Can Joan de S'Aigo (Palma)

Carrer de Can Sanç, 10, 07001 Palma (original location)

Founded in the 18th century, Can Joan de S'Aigo is the classic and the pioneer in reinventing the "tasting salon" concept long before it was fashionable. Here, thermal contrasts rule: sponge cakes or ensaimada paired with homemade meringue milk ice cream or strawberry are essentials. The premises are pure history, with chandeliers and old tiles. Despite the queues, the speed and warm service mean the wait is always worthwhile.

The Serra de Tramuntana and the north: mountain sweets and a northwestern route

The Serra de Tramuntana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, defines not only the north-western landscape but also its pastry character. This is the travel sweet route, the one you buy to share or to take a piece of Mallorca home with you. Between orange groves and stone-built villages, ensaimada becomes the star, crafted with expert technique.

Pastisseria Ca'n Molinas (Valldemossa)

Vía Blanquerna, 15, 07170 Valldemossa

Founded in 1920, it’s a must-stop in one of the most visited villages on the island. While the ensaimadas are excellent, the real star is the coca de patata, a light, fluffy sponge cake that’s become the sweet emblem of Valldemossa. Enjoying a freshly baked coca with a hot chocolate in its inner courtyard is an experience that transports you to another time.

Forn Sa Carrogga (Sóller)

Carrer de sa Mar, 107, 07100 Sóller

In the heart of the “valley of oranges”, this bakery pays homage to the area’s star product. Their bakes are infused with the scent and flavour of Sóller’s oranges. The candied orange ensaimada is a treat that perfectly balances citrus tang with the sweetness of the dough. Their cakes and sponges often feature this ingredient and offer a taste unique to the local landscape.

Can Rebassa (Palma/Airport)

Carrer de la Reina Maria Cristina, 4, 07004 Palma

Although its main bakery is in Palma, Can Rebassa has become a favourite for travellers thanks to its airport branch. It’s one of the most renowned bakeries in Mallorca for buying large ensaimadas, perfectly packed for travel. Their specialities are plain and pumpkin jam ensaimadas, maintaining quality and consistency that make them a safe and delicious choice for that last taste of the island.

Forn Ca'n Coves (Alaró)

Plaça de la Vila, 22, 07340 Alaró

Situated at the foot of the Serra, in the picturesque village of Alaró, this bakery is a hidden gem. It’s famous among locals and hikers for the quality of its traditional bakes. Their almond gató is outstanding, with a moist texture and intense flavour that showcases the quality of local almonds. Their ensaimadas are also excellent, a clear example of the kind of authentic interior pastry keeping recipes unchanged.

Pastisseria Can Guixe (Pollença)

Carrer del Temple, 1, 07460 Pollença

In the north of Tramuntana, Can Guixe is a reference point for expert almond baking. This is a family bakery where recipes have been strictly passed down. Their almond sweets, such as ametllats or pastries filled with pumpkin jam, are exquisitely delicate. It’s the perfect shop to discover the elegance and simplicity of traditional Pollensine pastries.

Forn Sa Gata (Pòrtol)

Carrer Major, 110, 07141 Pòrtol

Known for its pottery, Pòrtol’s Forn Sa Gata offers equally earthy bakery treats. Famed for rustic creations, it’s the best spot to taste everyday local sweets. Their vegetable or trempó cocas are outstanding, and their ensaimadas have that authentic village oven taste. Visiting offers a tangible connection to Mallorca’s rural, artisan tradition—both in clay and in dough.

Timeless classics

Some bakeries have become custodians of the most authentic flavours. These workshops have survived the passage of time without losing heart, adapting while preserving their soul, and represent the very essence of Mallorcan bakeries. These places don’t just sell sweets: they safeguard a culinary heritage that defines the island’s identity, bringing our journey to a fitting close.

Forn Fondo (Palma)

Carrer de la Unió, 15, 07001 Palma

Founded in 1742, this bakery is living city history. Located in a landmark building, entering Forn Fondo is like stepping back in time. Their specialities are the most classic bakes, crafted with centuries of expertise. Their ensaimadas, both plain and with pumpkin jam, are benchmarks of quality and traditional flavour. An essential stop to understand the historic importance of confectionery in Palma’s social life.

Es Forn de sa Plana (Sineu)

Carrer de sa Plana, 13, 07510 Sineu

At the heart of Pla de Mallorca, this bakery is a bastion of the ensaimada with Protected Geographical Indication (PGI). Its reputation is grounded in the quality of its ingredients and a process that meticulously follows tradition. Their ensaimadas have perfect layers and just the right balance of lard, making them incredibly light. This is where Mallorcans themselves go when they need a truly authentic ensaimada for a special occasion.

Pastisseria Real (Palma)

Carrer de la Fleca, 7, 07002 Palma

Hidden away in an old-town alley, Pastisseria Real is known for specialising in filled ensaimadas. While many bakeries focus on the classics, here creativity takes over in the fillings, offering anything from crème brûlée or chocolate to sobrasada and honey. The perfect place for anyone wanting to go a step further and try more indulgent, surprising versions of the jewel of Mallorcan patisserie.

Hotels VIVA: So much more than just a place to stay in Mallorca

After a day spent touring Mallorca’s sweet treats, at Hotels VIVA we invite you to keep enjoying the island from another angle. Unwind in our dreamlike pools, indulge in some relaxation at the Spa & Wellness, or experience the buzz of our activities for both adults and children. Every corner of our hotels is designed so your foodie adventure continues—with unique experiences, flavour, and fun by, in, or out of the water.

At Hotels VIVA, we refresh each stay with options that suit your travel style: from family-friendly hotels packed with shared activities to Adults Only spaces, perfect for those seeking peace and quiet. Enjoy the comfort of restful rooms, experience a varied cuisine that fuses Mallorcan tradition and international cooking, and embrace new experiences every day—whether in the pool, the spa, or our sports areas. So, beyond tasting local bakery treats, you’ll enjoy Mallorca through our hospitality and exclusive services as well.

Don’t wait any longer—book your stay and enjoy Mallorca with all five senses.