Acceptability of Squash Yema Among the Students of Bestlink College of the Philippines

Vol.4, No.1

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to determine the acceptability of squash yema among the
Students of Bestlink College of the Philippines in terms of taste, color, and texture. The
advantage of Squash Yema over the ordinary yema is that it is nutritious. Another well-known
and simple sweet dish from the Philippines is called squash yema, which is made of mashed
squash(kalabasa), condensed milk, and egg yolks. Roll it in sugar or add some additional
flavorings like fruit or crushed almonds. The most popular method for serving this delicacy is
wrapped in colored cellophane. The mixture is hand-shaped into a pyramid shape after being
scooped and placed inside an individually cut cellophane. Others mold the mixture into a
sphere by rolling it until it becomes spherical, then either putting it in a tiny paper cup or using
frill picks to hold it. Most people simply eat it when it cools.

From the results of this study, the Squash Yema was highly and positively accepted by the
respondents; in terms of taste of the finished product, the Sweetness of the yema was
evaluated as “ Very Satisfied” while saltiness and tastelessness were evaluated as “Satisfied.”
In terms of color, golden brown and yellow were evaluated as “ Satisfied,” while brown was
evaluated as “Unsatisfied.” In terms of texture, softness was evaluated as “Very Satisfied,”
while moistness was evaluated as “Satisfied,” hardness was evaluated as “Very Unsatisfied,”
and appearance was evaluated as “Moderate.”

This study is recommended for future studies on the comparison of different market prices of
common yema versus Squash yema. Conduct further studies regarding the potential source
of a business in order to determine its profitability. The product needs more studies to improve
the quality of the squash yema further in terms of appearance, color, taste, and texture or
consistency. It is for this reason that researchers conducted this study in order to determine
the feasibility or applicability of Squash Yema.