Bubble Tea Recipe

Time45m

Serves2

A refreshing tea-based drink with various flavors.

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Ingredients

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1
Brew the Tea
In a small saucepan, boil 2 cups of water. Once boiling, remove from heat and add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves. Let the tea steep for 5 minutes.
2
Sweeten the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea into a jug. Add 2 tablespoons of sugar while the tea is still warm. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved. Allow to cool to room temperature.

3
Boil the Tapioca Pearls
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of tapioca pearls and stir occasionally. Cook according to package instructions, usually around 15-20 minutes, until the pearls become translucent.
4
Rinse and Sweeten the Pearls
Once cooked, drain the pearls and rinse under cold water. Place them in a bowl and add a splash of sugar syrup or honey to sweeten them. Set aside.

5
Mix the Ingredients
In a large glass, add 1 cup of cooked tapioca pearls at the bottom. Pour in the cooled sweetened tea, then add 1 tablespoon of your chosen fruit syrup. If desired, add 1 cup of milk (or non-dairy alternative) for a creamier texture.
6
Add Ice
Fill the glass with ice cubes to your preference, then stir gently to combine all the ingredients.