Yum Yum Cakes

The humorously named Yum Yum Cakes are made from an old Southern recipe that is refreshingly simple compared to the Napoleons. Often served for family gatherings or potluck suppers, this sweet and decadent dessert is a basic sponge cake topped with brown sugar and a selection of granulated nuts baked to form a crunchy caramel crust.

History tells us that Yum Yums may have originated in the Netherlands, where they are a traditional festive treat and quite different from the ones we k