Bubble Tea Recipe

Time45m

Serves2

A popular drink made with tea, milk, and tapioca pearls.

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Ingredients

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1
Brew Black Tea
In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves. Let steep for about 5 minutes.
2
Sweeten the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea leaves and add 2 tablespoons of sugar to the hot tea. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then let the tea cool to room temperature.

3
Prepare Water for Pearls
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
4
Cook Tapioca Pearls
Once the water is boiling, add 1 cup of tapioca pearls. Stir gently to prevent sticking. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the pearls become translucent and chewy.
5
Sweeten and Rinse Pearls
Once cooked, drain the pearls and rinse them under cold water. In a separate bowl, mix the pearls with 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to create a syrup. Let them sit for at least 10 minutes.

6
Combine Ingredients
In a glass, add the cooked tapioca pearls at the bottom. Pour the cooled tea over the pearls, filling the glass about halfway.
7
Add Milk and Ice
Add 1 cup of milk to the tea and stir gently. If desired, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract for extra flavor. Top with ice cubes to fill the glass.
8
Serve
Serve with a wide straw for sipping the pearls and enjoy your homemade bubble tea!