Description
The most challenging part of this recipe is deciding which fruit flavor you want to try! This general fruit bubble tea guide will become your go-to recipe.
Ingredients
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- 1 green tea bag (or 1 tsp of green tea leaves)
- 1 cup water
- 3 tbsp fruit syrup (store-bought, or follow the instructions below the recipe)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tsp honey or other sweetener (optional)
- 1/2 cup tapioca pearls
Instructions
- Make the fruit syrup. Set aside.
- Brew the tea: boil 1 cup of water and add a tea bag or leaves. Remove from heat and let steep for 5 minutes. Discard the tea bag or tea leaves.
- Prepare the tapioca pearls: follow the instructions on the package. Rinse briefly under cool water.
- Layer ½ of the tapioca pearls in each glass. Top with a few spoonfuls of fruit syrup.
- Pour ½ cup of milk into each glass, followed by the optional honey and a handful of ice cubes.
- Slowly pour the brewed tea on top. Stir with a boba straw to combine the layers.
Notes
Substitute the green tea with your favorite herbal fruit tea for a caffeine-free bubble tea. This also enhances the flavor of your bubble tea. You can also experiment with oolong or matcha tea for different flavor combinations.
See below for how to make homemade fruit syrup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes