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Boba Milk Tea

Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade Boba Milk Tea, featuring chewy tapioca pearls, rich black tea, and creamy milk.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Taiwanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1/2 cup tapioca pearls
  • 2 cups water for cooking pearls
  • 1 cup brewed black tea cooled
  • 1/2 cup milk whole, almond, or oat
  • 3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk or sugar syrup
  • Ice cubes optional

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Large glass or cup for serving
  • Straw (wide for boba)

Method
 

  1. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  2. Add the 1/2 cup of tapioca pearls to the boiling water.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 15 minutes.
  4. Once cooked, turn off the heat and let the pearls sit for an additional 10 minutes.
  5. Drain the pearls and rinse them under cold water.
  6. While the pearls are resting, brew your black tea.
  7. In a large glass, combine the brewed tea, milk, and sweetened condensed milk.
  8. Add ice cubes if preferred, then spoon in the cooked tapioca pearls.

Notes

For a richer flavor, try using half-and-half instead of milk. Adjust sweetness to taste.