Bubble Tea Recipe

Time45m

Serves2

Refreshing bubble tea available in various flavors.

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Ingredients

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1
Brew the Black Tea
In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves. Let it steep for 5-7 minutes.
2
Sweeten the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea into a separate container to remove the leaves. While the tea is still warm, add 2 tablespoons of sugar and stir until fully dissolved. Let the tea cool to room temperature.

3
Boil the Tapioca Pearls
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of tapioca pearls to the boiling water. Stir gently and cook for about 30 minutes, or until the pearls are soft and chewy.
4
Rinse the Pearls
Once cooked, drain the pearls and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. You can sweeten the pearls with a little sugar syrup if desired.

5
Combine Ingredients
In a glass, add the cooked tapioca pearls at the bottom. Pour in the cooled black tea, followed by 1 cup of milk or non-dairy milk.
6
Add Flavoring
Mix in 2 tablespoons of your preferred flavor syrup. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
7
Serve with Ice
Add ice cubes to the mixture to chill. Serve with a wide straw and enjoy your refreshing bubble tea!