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Twisted Rolls Chimney Cake

4.6(18 reviews)$Ice Cream
🕑 30-45 minutes including ordering, waiting, and enjoying your treats👶 Perfect for all ages! Toddlers (2+) will be mesmerized watching their treats being made, while older kids and teens love customizing their own chimney cake creations with various ice cream flavors and toppings. Even picky eaters can find something they'll enjoy.

About

Twisted Rolls Chimney Cake is a must-visit sweet spot in Lutz that serves up unique chimney cakes (hollow, spiral pastries) filled with ice cream and toppings that will delight kids and adults alike. The generous portions and creative flavor combinations make this a special treat destination, while the welcoming neighborhood atmosphere ensures families feel right at home.

Highlights

  • Watching the unique chimney cakes being made fresh on-site
  • Huge variety of ice cream flavors to fill the warm, cinnamon-sugar pastries
  • Creative toppings like Nutella, fresh fruit, and candy
  • Instagram-worthy presentations that kids love to photograph
  • Friendly staff who are patient with indecisive young customers

Pro Tips

  1. 1.Go early in your visit or save it as a reward after nearby activities,the sweet smell alone will have kids talking about it all day
  2. 2.Share one chimney cake between younger kids as the portions are genuinely generous and can be messy for little hands
  3. 3.Ask to watch them make the chimney cakes,kids love seeing the dough spiral around the wooden dowels and bake
  4. 4.Bring wet wipes or napkins as these treats can get delightfully messy, especially with toppings
  5. 5.Check their Instagram before visiting for seasonal flavors and special creations your kids might want to try

Best Time to Visit

Weekday afternoons (2-5 PM) are ideal for avoiding weekend rushes. Summer evenings are popular, so expect lines between 6-8 PM. Visit during cooler months for a more relaxed experience, though these treats are enjoyable year-round.

What to Know

Prices are reasonable for the generous portions (typically $8-12 per chimney cake). The shop is located in a strip mall with ample free parking. Indoor seating is limited, so consider taking treats to go if visiting with a larger family.

Seasonal Notes

Open year-round with no major seasonal closures. Summer brings expanded hours and occasional new flavor launches. The warm chimney cakes paired with cold ice cream are especially comforting during Florida's cooler winter months (December-February).

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