Craft Boba Tea Recipe

Time40m

Serves2

Make Craft Boba Tea Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Cook the tapioca pearls
In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of tapioca pearls and stir gently to prevent sticking. Once the pearls float to the top, reduce the heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until they are translucent and chewy.
2
Sweeten the pearls
If desired, add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to the cooked tapioca pearls and stir until dissolved. Let the pearls sit in the sweetened water for an additional 10 minutes to absorb the flavor.

3
Brew the tea
In a separate saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat and add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves or 2 tea bags. Steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
4
Sweeten the tea
After steeping, remove the tea leaves or bags and add 2 tablespoons of your chosen sweetener, stirring until fully dissolved.
5
Add milk
Stir in 1 cup of milk or non-dairy milk to the brewed tea. Mix well and taste, adjusting sweetness if necessary.

6
Add flavor
To enhance your boba tea, you can add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 3 tablespoons of your favorite fruit puree or syrup. Stir well to combine.

7
Combine boba and tea
In a glass, add a portion of the cooked tapioca pearls (about 1/4 cup). Pour the brewed tea mixture over the pearls, filling the glass to your desired level.
8
Serve
Add ice if desired and serve with a wide straw. Enjoy your homemade craft boba tea!