Low Sodium Brown Sugar Boba

Indulge in the velvety sweetness of Low Sodium Brown Sugar Boba, a homemade twist on the iconic bubble tea that’s both flavorful and mindful of your health. This recipe takes you step by step to craft chewy, golden tapioca pearls from scratch, simmered in a luscious, lower-sodium brown sugar syrup infused with a hint of honey. Paired with a robust black tea base, this deliciously satisfying beverage offers the perfect balance of sweetness and richness without the guilt. With just a handful of ingredients—tapioca starch, brown sugar, honey, and black tea—you’ll recreate your favorite boba drink right at home in under 90 minutes. Whether served over ice or with a splash of milk, this low-sodium take on brown sugar boba is a delightful treat for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup Tapioca starch
• 1 cup Water
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 units Black tea bags
• 2 cups Hot water
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Honey

Directions

Step 1

Start by making the boba pearls. In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add 3 tablespoons of brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of honey, stirring until both are dissolved.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to low, and gradually add 1 cup of tapioca starch, stirring continuously until a dough starts to form.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a flat surface dusted with tapioca starch and knead it until smooth. The dough should be pliable and not sticky.

Step 4

Roll the dough into thin logs, about 1 cm in diameter, and cut into small pieces. Roll each piece into a ball between your palms.

Step 5

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and add the boba balls. Stir to prevent sticking. Cook for 15 minutes then remove from heat and cover the pot, letting the boba steep for an additional 15 minutes.

Step 6

Rinse and drain the cooked boba in cold water, then set aside.

Step 7

To make the brown sugar syrup, in a saucepan mix 0.5 cup of brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of honey with 0.5 cup of water. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Add the cooked boba to the syrup, stirring to coat.

Step 8

For the bubble tea, brew 2 black tea bags in 2 cups of hot water for 5 minutes. Remove the bags and let the tea cool.

Step 9

Fill two glasses with equal portions of boba and syrup, then add tea. Stir well and add ice or milk if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately with wide straws and enjoy your low sodium brown sugar boba tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1109.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1401.1

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 63.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 353.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 139.3g
Protein 0.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204.3mg	0%
Iron 4.9mg	0%
Potassium 181.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.1%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 99.7%