Chai Bubble Tea
Indulge in the perfect fusion of bold, aromatic spices and creamy sweetness with this homemade Chai Bubble Tea recipe. Combining the robust flavors of black tea steeped with traditional chai spices—think cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger—this drink takes the beloved bubble tea to a comforting, spiced level. Chewy tapioca pearls coated in luscious brown sugar offer a delightful texture, while a touch of whole milk adds creaminess to every sip. Ready in just 40 minutes, this refreshing treat is served cold over ice, making it an ideal pick-me-up or dessert drink. Whether you're a bubble tea enthusiast or a chai lover, this recipe is a must-try for creating an indulgent café-style beverage at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Black tea bags
- 2.5 cups Water
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 3 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 tablespoon Chai spices (cardamom pods, cinnamon stick, cloves, ginger)
- 1 cup Tapioca pearls
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 cup Ice
Instructions
Bring 2.5 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add the tea bags and chai spices, and let it simmer for 10 minutes over low heat to infuse the flavors.
Remove the tea bags and spices, then stir in the sugar and whole milk. Simmer for 2-3 more minutes, then remove from heat and allow the chai tea to cool slightly.
Bring a separate pot of water to a boil and add the tapioca pearls. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the pearls are soft and chewy, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Drain the tapioca pearls and rinse them with cold water. Transfer them to a small bowl and toss with brown sugar to coat them and add sweetness.
Fill two large glasses with cooked tapioca pearls at the bottom. Add ice cubes to each glass for a chilled beverage.
Pour the cooled chai tea mixture over the ice and pearls in each glass, stirring gently to combine.
Serve immediately with wide bubble tea straws to enjoy the chewy tapioca pearls!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1092 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.0 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 120 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 245.7 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.6 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 420 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
