Bubble Tea
Make Bubble Tea once and it will go straight into your regular rotation. Prep takes about under an hour, cooking around 30 minutes, and it serves 12. It is naturally vegetarian and naturally gluten-free, so it suits mixed tables without any substitutions. Scroll down for the ingredients, the step-by-step method, and answers to the questions we get asked most about it.
- Cook 30 min
- Total 30 min
- Serves 12
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- ½ cup (125 ml) cooked boba tapioca pearls
- 1 cup (250 ml) crushed ice
- 1 cup (250 ml) very strong chilled black tea
- 1 cup (250 ml) milk, to taste
- Honey or granulated sugar, to taste
Method
- Place pearls in a large glass.
- Combine all remaining ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously until mixture is frothy.
- Pour into glass and serve with large-diameter straws.
Tips for the best Bubble Tea
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
- Use a kitchen scale for the dry ingredients if you have one — baking is less forgiving than cooking.
- Taste as you go. Seasoning at the end is fine, but adjusting halfway through gives a more balanced result.
Variations
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
Serving ideas
Best with fresh berries on the side and a little whipped cream.
Storage
Keeps in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. Most versions freeze well for 2 months.
Frequently asked questions
How many people does this Bubble Tea recipe serve?
As written it serves 12. The quantities scale up or down in a straight line, so double everything for 12×2.
Is Bubble Tea vegetarian?
Yes — this version is vegetarian and naturally gluten-free as written. Always check packaged ingredients if you have strict requirements.
Is this Bubble Tea recipe easy to make?
It is rated easy: 5 ingredients and 3 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
How long does Bubble Tea take to make?
About 30 minutes in total — roughly under an hour of preparation and 30 minutes of cooking.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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