Want to make your favorite boba drink at home? This bubble tea recipe is easy to customize and fun to create! With chewy tapioca pearls, sweet milk tea, and endless flavor options, this bubble tea recipe can be adjusted to your liking. This bubble tea recipe includes the classic version, but feel free to add fruit or flavored syrups. Enjoy this bubble tea recipe for a refreshing treat any time!
Ingredients
Ingredients for the Bubble Tea Recipe:
- 1/2 cup dried tapioca pearls (available at Asian grocery stores)
- 2 cups water (for cooking pearls)
- 1 cup brewed black tea (or green tea)
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tbsp simple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes for serving
Execution
Step-by-Step Method for the Bubble Tea Recipe:
- Step 1: Cook the tapioca pearls: In a small pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the tapioca pearls and cook according to package instructions (usually 5-10 minutes), until they float and become chewy. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- Step 2: Sweeten the pearls: In a bowl, mix the cooked pearls with 1 tbsp of simple syrup or honey for added sweetness. Set aside.
- Step 3: Prepare the tea: Brew a cup of black or green tea and let it cool. Add simple syrup or honey to taste for desired sweetness.
- Step 4: Assemble the bubble tea: Add the tapioca pearls to the bottom of a glass. Fill the glass with ice cubes, pour in the brewed tea, and top with milk. Stir well.
- Step 5: Serve: Serve with a wide straw for easy sipping and enjoy your homemade bubble tea!
Tips
Tips for the Best Bubble Tea Recipe:
- Adjust the sweetness: Customize the sweetness by adding more or less syrup or honey.
- Experiment with flavors: Try adding fruit syrups, matcha powder, or flavored jellies for unique variations.
- Serve immediately: Tapioca pearls are best when fresh, so enjoy your bubble tea right after preparing it.
FAQs for the Bubble Tea Recipe:
- Can I use green tea instead of black tea? Yes, green tea makes a lighter version and pairs well with fruit flavors.
- How do I store leftover tapioca pearls? Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to a day, but they may lose some of their chewiness.
- Can I use flavored milk? Yes, try almond, coconut, or strawberry milk for different flavors.
- Can I make bubble tea without tapioca pearls? Yes, use fruit jellies or popping boba as an alternative.
