Homemade Bubble Tea (Boba Tea) with Chewy Tapioca Pearls
8 hours 40 minutes
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About Homemade Bubble Tea (Boba Tea) with Chewy Tapioca Pearls
Craving bubble tea? Skip the pricey cafe and learn how to make authentic boba tea from scratch! This easy recipe guides you through every step, from brewing the perfect milk tea base to crafting wonderfully chewy tapioca pearls.Forget expensive store-bought boba – you'll discover the simple secret to making perfectly textured pearls at home. Plus, a homemade simple syrup adds just the right touch of sweetness to your creamy, frothy milk tea.Impress your friends with your newfound boba skills and customize every cup to your liking. Get ready to sip on a truly delicious and refreshing treat!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep8 hours 20 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total8 hours 40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Black Tapioca Pearls
- 4 cup Water
- 1 Tbsp Tea Leaves black
- 2 Tbsp Sugar
- 2 Tbsp Large Tapioca Pearls white
For the Black Tea
- 1 cup Water
- 1 Tbsp Tea Leaves use good quality loose leaf tea or tea bags for best flavor., black, or 1 tea bag
For the Bubble Tea
- 2 cup Milk whole or your preference
- 2 tsp Sweetened Milk condensed
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 drop Vanilla Extract
- 2-3 cubes Ice Cubes
Instructions
Make the Black Tapioca Pearls
- In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil. Add the large white tapioca pearls. This method creates black tapioca pearls by infusing them with tea.
- Once boiling, add the black tea leaves and sugar. Stir well. Continue to boil until the tapioca pearls float to the surface, indicating they are cooked through. This may take some time, so be patient.
- Meanwhile, brew a cup of strong black tea. Use good quality loose leaf tea or a tea bag for the best flavor. Let it steep, then strain and set aside to cool.
- Once the tapioca pearls are cooked, drain them and immediately submerge them in the cooled black tea. Let them soak overnight for optimal color and flavor infusion.
Make the Sugar Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and ½ cup of sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until the syrup slightly thickens. This creates a simple syrup that adds sweetness and helps prevent the tapioca pearls from sticking together.
- Remove the syrup from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- Drain the black tea from the tapioca pearls. Toss the pearls with 2-3 tablespoons of the cooled sugar syrup. This will give them a glossy sheen and prevent sticking.
Make the Bubble Tea
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the milk, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and ice cubes. Secure the lid tightly.
- Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds, or until the mixture is frothy and well combined. The shaking creates the signature bubbles in bubble tea.
- In a serving glass, add 2-3 tablespoons of the prepared black tapioca pearls. Pour the frothy milk tea mixture over the pearls. Add the cooled black tea, leaving some space at the top.
- Stir gently to combine and enjoy your homemade bubble tea!
Recipe Notes
Good To Know
- For more information on Taiwanese dishes and how to make them at home, explore traditional Taiwanese recipes.
- About the Author: Sweta Biswal runs the blog Oriyarasoi, a comprehensive resource for Odia cuisine. She focuses on healthy eating, weight loss recipes, and guilt-free desserts.
Expert Tips
- Balance the flavors in your Taiwanese dish by adjusting the soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar to your preference.
- Freshly grated ginger and garlic enhance the aroma and taste of Taiwanese cuisine.
- For an authentic touch, use a wok for stir-frying to achieve that signature smoky flavor.
Storage Instructions
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 553kcalCarbohydrates: 86gProtein: 17gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 779mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 66gVitamin A: 817IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 670mgIron: 0.4mg
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This is so tempting! Thank you.
Absolutely delicious! Thanks for sharing.
What a delicious recipe! Thanks for posting.
Hey Sweta..You actually innovated the recipe and found a cost-effective way to make Boba pearls