Boba (Coconut Milk Black Tea With Tapioca Pearls)

Name: Boba (Coconut Milk Black Tea With Tapioca Pearls)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Tapioca Pearls:; 7 cups cold water; 1/2 (8.8 ounce) package tapioca starch balls; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup white sugar; Tea:; 4 cups brewed black tea (such as Lipton(R)), chilled; 1 (14 ounce) can coconut cream; 12 ice cubes; 1 cup milk; 2/3 cup white sugar

Servings: persons

1
Bring water to a boil in a large stockpot. Pour in tapioca and simmer for 25 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Remove from heat and let balls sit in water for 25 minutes.
2
Return stockpot to the heat; simmer and stir for 25 minutes more. Remove from heat and let rest again until centers of the balls are no longer powder, another 25 minutes. Drain.
3
Combine brown sugar and white sugar in a large bowl. Pour tapioca balls into the sugar mixture. Cover with a damp cloth and let rest for 15 minutes while preparing the tea.
4
Process tea, coconut cream, ice, milk, and sugar together in a blender until combined.
5
Scoop 1/4 cup of the tapioca into each tall glass and fill with tea. Enjoy with large straws to suck up the tapioca, or use spoons.

454

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Tapioca Pearls:, 7 cups cold water, 1/2 (8.8 ounce) package tapioca starch balls, 1/2 cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Boba (Coconut Milk Black Tea With Tapioca Pearls) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!