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Yema is a sweet custard sweet from the Philippines made with condensed milk and egg yolks, often shaped into small pyramids or balls and wrapped in colorful cellophane.

Yema has a rich, sweet, and creamy taste. The primary flavors are milk and egg, similar to custard.

Yema is mostly eaten as a standalone sweet, but it can also be used as a filling for pastries, an addition to halo-halo, or as topping or filling for cakes.

Yema is cooked by mixing the ingredients in a pot over low heat until they form a thick consistency. It is then chilled before being shaped into small balls or pyramids.

Traditional yema is gluten-free, as the main ingredients (condensed milk and egg yolks) do not contain gluten. However, ensure to check all ingredients if you have a severe gluten intolerance.

Yema can last for up to a week when refrigerated. It can last up for a month or more when frozen.

You can buy it at Weee! Asian Market, www.sayweee.com.

Though traditional yema recipes use condensed milk, variations using evaporated milk with sugar, or a combination of cream and sugar, do exist.

Yema is originally from the Philippines. It's a popular confection in Filipino cuisine.

Yema is typically made with condensed milk, egg yolks, and optionally, crushed peanuts or finely chopped fruit.

Traditional yema is not vegan, as it contains egg yolks and condensed milk which are both animal-derived. However, vegan versions can be made with plant-based ingredients.

Yema is relatively high in sugar and calories due to condensed milk. The exact nutritional value will vary depending on the recipe used, but it generally considered as a treat food.

Yes, yema can be frozen to extend its shelf life and eaten directly from the freezer.

Yes, you can make yema using sugar free condensed milk to lower the sugar content. You can also use alternative sweeteners.

It's recommended to store yema in the refrigerator to maintain freshness. However, it can be stored at room temperature in a cool and dry place for a couple days.

While cellophane wrappers are traditional and give yema its signature look, they aren't required. You can also use wax paper or simply serve them unwrapped.