HOW TO MAKE BOBA TEA AT YOUR HOME AT EASE

How to Make Boba Tea (Bubble Tea) at Home

Boba tea, or bubble tea, is a popular Taiwanese drink that combines tea, milk, and chewy tapioca pearls (boba). Here’s how to make a classic version of milk tea with boba at home!

Ingredients:

• For the Tapioca Pearls (Boba):

  • 1 cup tapioca pearls (store-bought)
  • 4 cups water

• For the Milk Tea:

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 black or green tea bags (or 1-2 tbsp loose-leaf tea)
  • 1-2 tbsp sugar or sweetener of choice (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup milk (or any milk alternative, like almond or oat milk)

• Optional:

  • Ice cubes
  • Flavored syrups (like vanilla, caramel, or fruit-flavored syrups)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Tapioca Pearls (Boba)
   • Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a pot.
   • Add 1 cup of tapioca pearls to the boiling water and stir to prevent sticking.
   • Cook the pearls according to the package instructions (usually around 15-20 minutes), stirring occasionally.
   • Once the pearls are soft and chewy, remove from heat and let them sit for 5 minutes.
   • Drain and rinse the cooked pearls with cold water.
   • Optional: Soak the pearls in a bit of sugar or syrup for extra flavor while you prepare the tea.

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1. Brew the Tea

   • Boil 2 cups of water, then steep the tea bags (or loose-leaf tea) for about 5-7 minutes for a strong flavor.
   • Remove the tea bags or strain the loose tea leaves, then add 1-2 tablespoons of sugar or sweetener to the hot tea and stir to dissolve.
   • Let the tea cool, or place it in the fridge to chill.

2. Combine Tea and Milk

   • Once the tea is cool, pour it into a glass and add 1 cup of milk (adjust for your taste). You can add ice cubes if you prefer iced boba tea.

3. Add the Boba Pearls

   • Spoon a few tablespoons of the tapioca pearls into the bottom of a glass.
   • Pour the milk tea over the pearls.

4. Serve

   • Stir, insert a wide straw, and enjoy your homemade boba tea!

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Tips for Customizing Your Boba Tea:

• Flavored Boba Tea: Add flavored syrups like honey, vanilla, or fruit syrup to the tea for different flavor profiles.
• Fruit Tea: Use green tea and add fresh fruit or fruit syrups for a refreshing fruit boba tea.
• Different Milk Options: Try almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk for a different twist on milk tea.

Enjoy your refreshing, homemade boba tea!

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