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Drinks

Iced Bubble Milk Tea with Tapioca Pearls 🧋

You’ll love this refreshing bubble milk tea with chewy tapioca pearls and a sweet, creamy twist! Perfect for any time 🧋

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Prep
10 minutes
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Cook
15 Minutes
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Total
25 minutes
A glass of iced bubble milk tea with black tapioca pearls, served with a straw on a light grey surface.

Ingredients 🥕

This recipe serves 2 people
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This creamy, chewy bubble milk tea is a delightful blend of sweetness and texture - perfect for a refreshing treat at any time!

Quick Steps ✨

  • Boil the tapioca pearls for 5-7 minutes, then rinse and soak them in syrup.
  • Brew tea in hot water for 3-5 minutes.
  • Combine brewed tea with milk and brown sugar.
  • Add ice and pearls into a glass, pour in the tea mixture.
  • Serve with a straw and enjoy!
  • Step by Step Instructions 📝

    1. Prepare the Tapioca Pearls: In a small pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the tapioca pearls and boil for 5-7 minutes until soft and chewy. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside in a small bowl with 1 tablespoon of brown sugar for extra flavor. Let soak.

    2. Brew the Tea: In another pot, bring 2 cups of water to a near-boil and add the black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes, then remove the bags.

    3. Mix Tea and Milk: Add the remaining brown sugar to the brewed tea and stir until dissolved. Pour in the milk (and condensed milk if you prefer a sweeter flavor) and mix well.

    4. Assemble the Drink: Add ice cubes and the soaked tapioca pearls to your serving glasses. Pour the tea mixture over the pearls, and stir.

    5. Serve and Enjoy: Use a thick straw, and enjoy your homemade bubble milk tea right away!

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    Substitutions 🔄

  • Swap black tea with green tea for a lighter flavor.
  • Use almond milk or oat milk for a dairy-free version.
  • For a twist, try matcha instead of black tea.
  • Useful Notes 📝

  • Tapioca pearls: Boiling too long can make them too mushy. Keep an eye on them for the perfect chewy texture.
  • Sweetness: Adjust the brown sugar and condensed milk to suit your taste.
  • Nutritional Insights 🍎

    Each serving contains the stated nutritional values:

    🔥 Energy: 250 kcal

    🥑 Fat: 6 g (of which saturates: 3 g)

    🍞 Carbohydrates: 40 g (of which sugars: 25 g)

    🌾 Fiber: 2 g

    💪 Protein: 4 g

    🧂 Salt: 0.1 g

    Don’t worry about the sugar, it’s a treat!

    Leftover Advice ♻️

    Store leftover tapioca pearls in a syrup of water and sugar in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Reheat slightly before using in another drink!

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    Hey I'm Sidney! 💖

    I’m passionate about sharing easy, healthy recipes that fit seamlessly into your busy lifestyle. 🌟 My goal is to inspire you with fresh, nutritious, and delicious meals. 🥗