Classic Boba Milk Tea
Transport your taste buds to the bustling streets of Taiwan with this Classic Boba Milk Tea recipe, a delightful blend of robust black tea, creamy milk, and chewy tapioca pearls. Perfectly balanced between sweetness and creaminess, this refreshing beverage is enhanced by brown sugar-soaked boba pearls that add just the right amount of caramelized depth. Simple yet satisfying, it’s easy to make at home with just a few ingredients and minimal prep time. Serve it over ice for a cool and indulgent treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a bubble tea enthusiast or trying it for the first time, this recipe is a must-try for those craving an authentic, café-style experience at home.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons black tea leaves or tea bags
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup tapioca pearls
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
Boil 2 cups of water in a pot. Once boiling, add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves or 2 black tea bags.
Step 2
Let the tea steep for 5 minutes for a strong flavor, then remove the leaves or bags and let it cool.
Step 3
In a separate pot, bring another 2 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of tapioca pearls and stir occasionally to prevent them from sticking.
Step 4
Cook the pearls until they become soft and chewy, about 15 minutes. Turn off the heat and let them sit for another 5 minutes.
Step 5
Drain the tapioca pearls and rinse them with cold water to stop the cooking process.
Step 6
Transfer the pearls to a bowl and mix them with 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, allowing them to absorb the sweetness.
Step 7
In a large measuring cup or pitcher, combine the cooled tea with 1 cup of milk and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Step 8
To serve, divide the sweetened tapioca pearls into two large glasses.
Step 9
Fill each glass with ice cubes and pour the milk tea mixture over until the glass is full.
Step 10
Stir gently to mix the ingredients, then serve immediately with a wide straw to enjoy the chewy tapioca pearls.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1213.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1015.1 |
| Total Fat 5.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 3.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 22.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 120.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 232.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 61.1g | |
| Protein 8.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 107.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 394.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 479.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories