Description
A delightful and easy-to-make Brown Sugar Bubble Tea recipe featuring chewy tapioca pearls soaked in rich brown sugar syrup, combined with creamy milk and ice for a refreshing and sweet beverage. Perfect to enjoy as a homemade treat that mimics the popular bubble tea shop experience.
Ingredients
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Bubble Tea Ingredients
- 1 cup tapioca pearls
- Ice cubes (as needed)
Brown Sugar Syrup
- ½ cup brown sugar (dark for richer flavor)
- ½ cup water
Milk
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
Instructions
- Cook Tapioca Pearls: Boil water in a pot over medium heat. Add tapioca pearls and cook according to package instructions until they are soft and chewy, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Make Brown Sugar Syrup: In a separate saucepan, combine ½ cup water and ½ cup brown sugar over low heat. Stir continuously for 3 to 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves completely and a thick syrup forms.
- Prepare Tapioca Pearls: Drain the cooked tapioca pearls and rinse briefly under cold water to halt the cooking process. Then mix the pearls with 2 tablespoons of the brown sugar syrup to infuse flavor.
- Assemble the Drink: In a tall glass, place the brown sugar-coated tapioca pearls at the bottom, add ice cubes as desired, then pour milk up to three-quarters full of the glass.
- Final Touch: Drizzle additional brown sugar syrup over the top of the milk for a beautiful visual effect. Stir gently before serving and enjoy with a thick straw for the perfect bubble tea experience.
Notes
- Use dark brown sugar for a deeper, richer flavor in the syrup.
- Adjust the amount of ice according to your preference for a colder or less diluted drink.
- For dairy-free options, substitute whole milk with almond or oat milk.
- Ensure to stir tapioca pearls during cooking to prevent clumping.
- This recipe serves 2, so adjust quantities as needed for more servings.
