Bubble Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Tapioca Pearls
Milk and Flavoring
Method
Prepare the Tea Base
- 1
Brew the 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. Allow it to steep for about 5 minutes.
- 2
Sweeten the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea to remove the leaves. Stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar until completely dissolved. Set aside to cool.
Cook the Tapioca Pearls
- 3
Boil the Pearls
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 cup of tapioca pearls and cook according to package instructions, usually for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4
Prepare the Syrup
Once the pearls are cooked, drain and rinse them under cold water. In a small saucepan, combine the cooked pearls with 4 tablespoons of brown sugar and a splash of water. Cook on low heat until the sugar is dissolved, creating a syrup. Remove from heat and let cool.
Assemble the Bubble Tea
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a tall glass, add the cooked tapioca pearls first. Pour in the cooled sweetened tea, add 1 cup of milk, and stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- 6
Add Ice
Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- 7
Serve
Serve with a wide straw and enjoy your homemade bubble tea!