Vietnamese bubble tea, also known as boba or pearl milk tea, has become a popular drink worldwide. This sweet and refreshing beverage originated in Taiwan in the 1980s and has since spread to different parts of the world, with each country adding its own twist to the recipe. In this article, we will explore the traditional Vietnamese bubble tea recipe and how you can make it at home.
Main Ingredients: Tapioca, Water, Sugar, Tea, Tea Bags, Milk
Bubble tea, also known as boba tea, is a popular drink that originated in Taiwan in the 1980s. It is a tea-based drink that is mixed with fruit or milk and contains chewy tapioca balls, also known as bubbles or boba. Bubble tea comes in a variety of flavors and can be served hot or cold.
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Three Ways to Make Bubble Tea
Main Ingredients: Tapioca Pearls, Honey, Tea, Lemon Slice, Ice Cubes
There are many different ways to make bubble tea, but here are three of the most popular methods:
1. Traditional Method: The traditional method of making bubble tea involves cooking the tapioca balls in boiling water, brewing the tea, and then combining the two in a shaker. This method produces a drink with a strong tea flavor and chewy boba.
2. Shake Method: The shake method involves shaking the tea, milk, and other ingredients together in a cocktail shaker to create a frothy and creamy texture. This method is often used for fruit-flavored bubble teas.
3. Blender Method: The blender method is similar to the shake method, but instead of using a shaker, the ingredients are blended together to create a smooth and creamy drink.
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Bubble Tea How To Make Bubble Tea - What is Bubble Tea?
Main Ingredients: Tapioca Pearls, Crushed Ice, Black Tea, Milk, Honey
If you've never tried bubble tea before, you may be wondering what it is and how to make it. Bubble tea is a tea-based drink that is mixed with fruit or milk and contains chewy tapioca balls, or boba. It has a unique texture and can come in a variety of flavors, making it a fun and tasty drink to enjoy.
To make bubble tea, you will need the following ingredients:
- Tea: You can use any type of tea, such as black, green, or oolong, for your bubble tea.
- Milk: You can use any type of milk, such as dairy milk, almond milk, or coconut milk, to give your bubble tea a creamy flavor.
- Tapioca Balls: These are the signature ingredient in bubble tea and can be found at most Asian grocery stores or online.
- Fruit Flavoring: If you want to add a fruity flavor to your bubble tea, you can use fresh fruit or fruit syrups.
Once you have your ingredients, you can follow one of the methods mentioned above to create your own bubble tea at home.
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How to Make Bubble Tea (Bubble Tea)
Main Ingredients: Tea Bags, Water, Granulated Sugar, Tapioca Pearls
Making bubble tea at home is a fun and easy process that allows you to customize your drink to your liking. Here is a simple recipe for making classic bubble tea:
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup of uncooked tapioca pearls
- 1 cup of brewed tea (black, green, or oolong)
- 1/4 cup of milk (dairy milk, almond milk, or coconut milk)
- 2 tablespoons of simple syrup or sweetener of your choice
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. Cook the tapioca pearls according to the instructions on the package. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
2. Brew your tea of choice and let it cool to room temperature.
3. In a cocktail shaker or blender, combine the tea, milk, and simple syrup or sweetener. Add in a few ice cubes and shake or blend until well mixed and frothy.
4. Add the cooked tapioca pearls to a cup and pour the tea mixture over it.
5. Serve with a wide straw and enjoy your homemade bubble tea!
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Ube milk tea (Ube bubble tea)
Main Ingredients: Ube, Coconut Milk, Sugar, Vanilla Extract, Ube Extract
Ube, also known as purple yam, is a popular ingredient in Filipino cuisine and has gained popularity in recent years for its vibrant color and unique flavor. This recipe combines the traditional bubble tea with the addition of ube to create a delicious and visually appealing drink.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup of uncooked tapioca pearls
- 1 cup of brewed black tea
- 1/4 cup of milk (dairy milk, almond milk, or coconut milk)
- 2 tablespoons of simple syrup or sweetener of your choice
- 1/4 cup of ube jam or puree
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. Cook the tapioca pearls according to the instructions on the package. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
2. In a small saucepan, heat the ube jam or puree over medium heat until it becomes smooth and easy to pour.
3. In a cocktail shaker or blender, combine the brewed tea, milk, simple syrup or sweetener, and ube jam or puree. Add in a few ice cubes and shake or blend until well mixed and frothy.
4. Add the cooked tapioca pearls to a cup and pour the tea mixture over it.
5. Serve with a wide straw and enjoy your ube milk tea!
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Bubble Tea Cake
Main Ingredients: Tea, Hot Water, Large Eggs, Sugar, Canola Oil, Cake
If you're a fan of bubble tea, why not try incorporating it into a delicious cake? This recipe takes inspiration from the popular drink and turns it into a tasty and unique dessert.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of brewed tea (black, green, or oolong)
- 1/4 cup of milk (dairy milk, almond milk, or coconut milk)
- 1/4 cup of oil (canola or vegetable oil)
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup of tapioca pearls
- 1/4 cup of boba syrup (or simple syrup)
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the brewed tea, milk, oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Fold in the tapioca pearls, being careful not to overmix the batter.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. While the cake is baking, cook the tapioca pearls according to the instructions on the package. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water and mix with the boba syrup.
8. Once the cake has cooled, top it with the boba pearls and whipped cream (if desired).
9. Slice and serve your unique and delicious bubble tea cake!
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Coconut Thai Tea (with bubble tea option)
Main Ingredients: Water, Cloves, Star Anise, Cardamom Seeds, Cinnamon
Thai iced tea is a popular drink from Thailand that is made with black tea, sweetened condensed milk, and spices like cardamom and star anise. This recipe adds a tropical twist to the classic drink by incorporating coconut milk and the option to add boba pearls.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of black tea leaves
- 2 cups of boiling water
- 1/2 cup of coconut milk (canned or homemade)
- 1/4 cup of sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon of ground star anise
- Ice cubes
- Tapioca pearls (optional)
Instructions:
1. Place the black tea leaves in a large heatproof container and pour the boiling water over it. Let it steep for 5-7 minutes.
2. Once steeped, strain the tea leaves and let the tea cool to room temperature.
3. In a small saucepan, heat the coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, cardamom, and star anise over medium heat until well combined.
4. Once the tea has cooled, pour it into a glass filled with ice cubes.
5. Pour the coconut milk mixture over the tea and stir well.
6. If desired, add in some tapioca pearls for a bubble tea twist.
7. Serve and enjoy your refreshing and creamy coconut Thai tea!
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Milk Tea Bubble Tea
Main Ingredients: Tea Bags, Sweetened Condensed Milk, Water, Tapioca
Milk tea is a popular drink in many countries around the world and is often used as a base for bubble tea. This recipe adds a twist to the classic milk tea by incorporating boba pearls for a fun and chewy texture.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup of uncooked tapioca pearls
- 1 cup of brewed black tea
- 1/4 cup of milk (dairy milk, almond milk, or coconut milk)
- 2 tablespoons of simple syrup or sweetener of your choice
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. Cook the tapioca pearls according to the instructions on the package. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
2. Brew your tea of choice and let it cool to room temperature.
3. In a cocktail shaker or blender, combine the brewed tea, milk, and simple syrup or sweetener. Add in a few ice cubes and shake or blend until well mixed and frothy.
4. Add the cooked tapioca pearls to a cup and pour the tea mixture over it.
5. Serve with a wide straw and enjoy your creamy and delicious milk tea bubble tea!
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Dairy Free Pumpkin Chai Bubble Tea
Main Ingredients: Tea, Coconut Sugar, Chai Tea, Espresso Coffee, Ice
With fall just around the corner, this dairy-free pumpkin chai bubble tea is the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of the season. Made with real pumpkin puree and warming spices, this drink is sure to become a new favorite.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup of uncooked tapioca pearls
- 1 cup of brewed chai tea
- 1/4 cup of pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup of coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons of maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. Cook the tapioca pearls according to the instructions on the package. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
2. In a small saucepan, heat the pumpkin puree, coconut milk, maple syrup, and pumpkin pie spice over medium heat until well combined.
3. Brew your chai tea and let it cool to room temperature.
4. In a cocktail shaker or blender, combine the brewed tea and pumpkin mixture. Add in a few ice cubes and shake or blend until well mixed and frothy.
5. Add the cooked tapioca pearls to a cup and pour the tea mixture over it.
6. Serve with a wide straw and enjoy your dairy-free pumpkin chai bubble tea!
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CoCo-Inspired Egg Custard Bubble Tea
Main Ingredients: Egg Yolks, Sugar, Whole Milk, Gelatin Powder, Tea
CoCo Fresh Tea & Juice is a popular bubble tea chain from Taiwan that is known for their egg custard bubble tea. This recipe replicates the creamy and indulgent drink with homemade egg custard and boba pearls.
Ingredients:
Egg Custard:
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 2 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Bubble Tea:
- 1/4 cup of uncooked tapioca pearls
- 1 cup of brewed black tea
- 1/4 cup of milk (dairy milk, almond milk, or coconut milk)
- 2 tablespoons of simple syrup or sweetener of your choice
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. To make the egg custard, heat the milk and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it starts to simmer.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, and vanilla extract.
3. Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture while continuously whisking.
4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
5. Let the egg custard cool to room temperature.
6. Cook the tapioca pearls according to the instructions on the package. Once cooked, drain and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
7. Brew your black tea and let it cool to room temperature.
8. In a cocktail shaker or blender, combine the brewed tea, milk, and simple syrup or sweetener. Add in a few ice cubes and shake or blend until well mixed and frothy.
9. Add the cooked tapioca pearls to a cup and pour the tea mixture over it.
10. Top the bubble tea with a generous amount of egg custard.
11. Serve and enjoy your homemade CoCo-inspired egg custard bubble tea!
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Bubble Tea with Homemade Tapioca Pearls (Bubbles)
Main Ingredients: Juice, Smoothie, Tea, Coffee, Milk, Sweetener, Ice
One of the main components of bubble tea are the chewy tapioca pearls, also known as bubbles or boba. Making your own tapioca pearls at home is easier than you may think and allows you to control the texture and sweetness of your bubble tea.
Ingredients:
Tapioca Pearls:
- 1 cup of tapioca starch
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1/4 cup of boiling water
- Food coloring (optional)
Bubble Tea:
- 1 cup of brewed tea of your choice
- 1/4 cup of milk (dairy milk, almond milk, or coconut milk)
- 2 tablespoons of simple syrup or sweetener of your choice
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
1. To make the tapioca pearls, mix together the tapioca starch and sugar in a bowl.
The main ingredients
Tapioca pearls:
The essential element of Vietnamese bubble tea is the tapioca pearls. These small, chewy balls are made from tapioca starch and are cooked until they become soft and translucent. They are usually black in color, but you can also find them in different shades such as white, green, or pink.
Tea:
The base of this delicious drink is tea. Traditionally, Vietnamese bubble tea is made with black tea, but you can also use green tea or oolong tea depending on your preference. The tea is steeped in hot water and then chilled before being added to the other ingredients.
Milk:
To give the bubble tea its creamy texture and flavor, milk is added to the mix. You can use any type of milk, such as cow's milk, almond milk, or coconut milk. The milk can be either hot or cold, depending on your preference.
Sweetener:
Vietnamese bubble tea is known for its sweetness, and this is achieved by adding a sweetener to the drink. The most commonly used sweeteners are sugar, honey, or condensed milk. You can adjust the amount of sweetener according to your taste.
The process:
Now that we have the main ingredients, let's take a look at how to make Vietnamese bubble tea at home.
Cook the tapioca pearls:
Start by boiling a pot of water and adding the tapioca pearls. Let them cook for about 20 minutes or until they are soft and chewy. Drain the pearls and run them under cold water to prevent them from sticking together.
Make the tea:
Brew your preferred type of tea and let it cool down. You can also use instant tea for a quicker process. Add sweetener to the tea according to your taste and mix well.
Assemble the drink:
In a glass, add the cooked tapioca pearls and pour the tea over them. Add cold milk and ice to the glass and give it a good stir. You can also top it off with some extra tapioca pearls or a drizzle of condensed milk for extra sweetness.
In conclusion
Making Vietnamese bubble tea at home is a fun and easy way to enjoy this popular drink. With just a few simple ingredients, you can recreate the authentic taste of this refreshing beverage. So next time you're craving for some bubble tea, why not try making it yourself?
