Description
This iced tea is perfect for any time of day. It’s a sweet treat that is customizable and easy to make. What makes it even more interesting is that this tea changes color if you add acidity.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dried butterfly pea flowers
- 2/3 cup water
- 2 large handfuls of ice
- 1 can of coconut-sweetened condensed milk OR 1 small can of sweetened condensed milk and 1/2 cup of coconut milk mixed together
Instructions
- Combine 2/3 cup boiling water with the dried butterfly pea flowers.
- Let steep for 10-15 minutes until the water turns a vibrant blue—strain, reserving the brewed tea. Let cool.
- Drizzle 1/2 of the can of coconut-sweetened condensed milk OR the condensed milk/coconut milk mixture into each glass. Fill the glass about 1/3 of the way.
- Add a handful of ice cubes to each glass.
- Slowly pour the cooled tea over the top, and enjoy!
Notes
Consider trying this recipe hot. After steeping the tea and discarding the leaves, bring the tea to a boil once again and stir in the milk. Pour the mixture into a mug and enjoy.
To make a butterfly pea bubble tea, you just need to add toppings. The most traditional topping is tapioca pearls.
To do so, cook 1/2 cup of quick-cooking tapioca pearls according to the package instructions. Drain. Transfer the pearls to a bowl and add two tablespoons of sweetener. Add one (optional) teaspoon coconut extract for a stronger coconut flavor. Let them come to room temperature. Spoon half the tapioca pearls into each glass before adding the condensed milk.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes