The Ensaimada is a delicious pastry that hails from Mallorca. Its popularity has spread beyond the island, and it is now enjoyed by people all over the world. This sweet and fluffy pastry is a must-try for anyone visiting Mallorca, and its history is just as fascinating as its taste.

The ensaimada was introduced to Mallorca by the Moors, who ruled the island between the 8th and 13th centuries. The pastry was made initially with pork lard, which was used as a substitute for butter, and this is where the pastry gets its name, as 'saïm' means lard in Catalan. The process of making an ensaimada is a laborious one, and it requires patience and skill.

The dough is made from flour, sugar, water, yeast, and eggs, and it is left to rise for several hours before being rolled out into thin strips. The strips are then twisted into the traditional spiral shape and left to rise once again. Finally, the pastry is baked in a hot oven until it is golden brown and then dusted with powdered sugar.

Ensaimadas are traditionally enjoyed with a cup of hot chocolate or coffee and are a famous breakfast pastry in Mallorca. They are also often enjoyed as a dessert or snack throughout the day, many with all kinds of weird and wonderful fillings, adding an extra dimension of flavour to this already delicious pastry, and they can be found in bakeries and cafes all over the island.