Yema Candy (Original/Classic) 30-35 pcs, 10.50 oz (2 packs of 5.25 oz) - Filipino Candies

Yema, a delightful confection from the Philippines, is a sweet custard made with egg yolks, milk, and sugar. The name "yema" comes from the Spanish word for "egg yolk". It is believed that yema, along with other egg yolk-based Filipino desserts, was inspired by the early Spanish construction materials used during the colonization of the Philippines. During that time, egg whites mixed with quicklime and eggshells were used as a type of mortar to hold stone walls together. The egg yolks that were discarded as a result of this process were reused in various dishes by the Filipinos, yema being one of them. The origins of yema can possibly be traced back to the Spanish pastry Yemas de Santa Teresa, which were made with only egg yolks and sugar, heated and stirred until thick, and then shaped into small balls or pyramids and covered in white sugar. During the American period, milk (or condensed milk) became part of the recipe, and modern variations also usually include chopped nuts. Golden yellow in color and thick and sticky in consistency, yema is a beloved Filipino candy, named after the Spanish term for egg yolks. This sweet delicacy has become a staple in Filipino desserts and is enjoyed by many. The recipe has evolved over time, incorporating new ingredients and flavors, but the essence of yema, with its rich egg yolk base, remains unchanged. Yema, with its sweet and creamy taste, is a delightful treat that offers a taste of Filipino culture and history.

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