Hungarian Chimney Cake, Rolled and Baked to Order
The Four Classic Flavors
Fine coconut flakes lightly toasted on the hot chimney cake for a sweet, crispy outer layer
Traditional Hungarian favorite with finely crushed roasted walnuts for a rich, nutty crunch
Rich European cocoa blended with dark cane sugar for a decadent, semi-sweet chocolate glaze
Our Story
Some of the sweetest memories begin with a smell.
For me, that smell takes me back to Hungary, to lively town fairs, festive celebrations, and the irresistible aroma of kürtőskalács baking fresh on the roller. Golden, caramelized, and served warm, it was more than a treat. It was part of growing up in Hungary.
And throughout Europe, that experience is woven into some of the most beloved celebrations of the year. At European Christmas markets, chimney cake is a true centerpiece, its sweet aroma filling the streets as people gather to enjoy the warmth and magic of the season.
Years later, living in America, I found myself missing that familiar aroma and the feeling that came with it. I missed the tradition, the excitement of watching it bake, and that first bite of a freshly made kürtőskalács.
So I decided to bring a little piece of that European experience with me.
The European Roller was born from a love of Hungarian tradition and a passion for sharing one of Europe’s most beloved market traditions. We make authentic kürtőskalács by hand, one ribbon at a time. Each pastry is carefully wound around the roller, baked until golden, and finished with a crackling caramelized crust and a cloud-soft center.
Our vision is to bring the magic of European markets and celebrations to America, in a way that feels beautiful, fresh, and unforgettable. From farmers markets and festivals to private celebrations and special events, we want every encounter with The European Roller to feel like discovering a little piece of Europe.
Because kürtőskalács isn’t just something you eat.
It’s something you experience.
Welcome to The European Roller!
Edina
Baked fresh to order. Wound by hand, turned in glowing heat until the sugar caramelizes.
Handcrafted with Tradition
Hungarian Chimney Cake
Made with all natural ingredients, with no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives. Our dough contains no dairy and no eggs.
Kürtőskalács · KOOR-tosh-kah-lahch
A ribbon of sweet yeast dough, wound by hand around a wooden spit and turned slowly over glowing heat until the sugar on the outside caramelizes into a crackling golden shell. Inside it stays soft and warm.
When it comes off the spit it is hollow, and the steam rises straight up through the middle like smoke from a chimney. That is exactly where the name comes from.
Rolled in cinnamon sugar, walnut, or cocoa. Torn apart in spirals and eaten hot.
Made with all natural ingredients, no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives. Our dough contains no dairy and no eggs.
Each one wound, baked, and finished to order. The difference is what it's rolled in the moment it comes off the spit.
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