Homemade Bubble Tea: How to make delicious bubble tea at home
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Bubble Tea, also known as Boba Tea, is a beverage that originated in Taiwan and has conquered the world. This refreshingly indulgent drink is made with infused tea, soft tapioca pearls and a sweetener such as syrup or honey. Whether you're a fan of milk tea or fruity tea, this homemade Bubble Tea recipe lets you enjoy this delicious drink without having to visit a specialist tea shop.
Let's take a look at how to make authentic Bubble Tea with simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps. This recipe will guide you to a delicious, perfectly licorious Bubble Tea, perfectly balanced in flavor and texture.
For Classic Milk Bubble Tea
- 2 black or green tea bags (your choice)
- 500 ml water
- 100 g black tapioca pearls
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 200 ml whole milk or plant milk (almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons cane sugar syrup or honey
- Ice cubes (optional)
For a fruity version
- 2 tea bags in the flavour of your choice (mango, strawberry, peach, etc.)
- 150 ml fruit juice (mango, passion fruit, strawberry, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons agave syrup or liquid sugar
- Ice cubes
1. Cooking tapioca pearls
- Bring 500 ml of water to the boil in a saucepan.
- Add the tapioca pearls and stir gently to prevent sticking.
- Cook over medium heat for about 25 minutes, stirring regularly.
- Once the pearls have become translucent with a small white heart, remove from the heat and leave to rest in the hot water for 5 minutes.
- Rinse the tapioca pearls in cold water and soak in 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to give them a sweet flavor and prevent them from sticking.
2. Tea infusion
- Bring 500 ml of water to the boil.
- Immerse the tea bags and leave to infuse for 5 to 10 minutes, depending on your preference.
- Remove the sachets and stir in the cane sugar syrup or honey.
- Leave to cool to room temperature, then place in the fridge for a chilled effect.
3. Assembling homemade Bubble Tea
- In a tall glass, add half the prepared tapioca pearls.
- Add ice cubes if you want a very refreshing drink.
- Then pour in the sweet brewed tea.
- Top it off with whole or plant milk for a milky Bubble Tea, or with fruit juice for a fruity version.
- Stir gently and serve with a wide straw to enjoy the tapioca pearls.
Homemade Bubble Tea is an easy-to-make drink that lets you customize the flavors to suit your tastes. Whether you prefer Bubble Tea with creamy milk or a fruity, refreshing version, this Bubble Tea recipe guarantees a delicious, authentic drink. By following these simple steps, you can enjoy a homemade Bubble Tea as good as those from Taiwanese tea rooms.
Try this Bubble Tea recipe today and indulge in the unique texture of tapioca pearls combined with a delicately sweet tea. Enjoy!
