Jazzed Up Bubble Tea
A delightful and customizable bubble tea recipe featuring creamy milk, sweet syrups, and chewy boba pearls, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Boba
- 1 cup tapioca pearls (boba)
- 4 cups water (for cooking boba)
For the Tea Base
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk or syrup Adjust for sweetness
- 1 tablespoon flavored syrup Your choice: vanilla, matcha, fruit, etc.
- Ice cubes
For Garnishing
- Colorful toppings (fruits, whipped cream, etc.)
- Straws (wide for boba)
Instructions
Cook the Boba Pearls
- In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- Carefully add 1 cup of tapioca pearls to the boiling water.
- Stir gently to prevent sticking.
- Reduce heat and cook according to package instructions (usually about 5-10 minutes).
- Once cooked, remove from heat and let the boba sit in hot water for an additional 10 minutes, covered.
Prepare the Tea Base
- In a separate bowl, mix 2 cups of milk with sweetened condensed milk and your flavored syrup.
- Add ice cubes to the mixture to cool it down quickly.
Assemble the Bubble Tea
- Once the pearls have finished soaking, drain them and rinse under cold water.
- Place the boba at the bottom of your glass.
- Gently pour the chilled milk mixture over the boba.
- Top with additional ice if desired.
- Add colorful toppings like fruits or whipped cream for extra flair.
Notes
Experiment with different flavored syrups and toppings. This recipe can also be made vegan using plant-based milk.