Dairy-Free Classic Boba Milk Tea
Indulge in the refreshing sweetness of Dairy-Free Classic Boba Milk Tea, a plant-based twist on the beloved bubble tea favorite. Packed with chewy, caramelized tapioca pearls coated in brown sugar syrup, this recipe combines robust black tea with creamy unsweetened almond milk, a splash of maple syrup, and vanilla extract for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Ideal for those seeking a lactose-free alternative, this delicious tea is easy to make and perfect for satisfying your boba cravings at home. Cool it down with ice cubes and serve with a wide straw to enjoy the irresistible delight of homemade bubble tea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup tapioca pearls
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 4 cups boiling water
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Begin by cooking the tapioca pearls: Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Add the tapioca pearls to the boiling water and stir gently. Cook for about 20-25 minutes or until they are translucent and chewy on the outside, but still slightly firm inside.
Once cooked, remove the saucepan from heat and let the pearls sit for another 15 minutes in the hot water.
Drain the tapioca pearls and rinse with cold water for a minute. Set aside the pearls in a bowl.
In a small pan, combine the cooked tapioca pearls with the brown sugar over medium heat. Cook and stir until the sugar melts and the pearls are well coated, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
While the tapioca is cooling, prepare the black tea: In a separate saucepan or kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Add 4 black tea bags to the boiling water and steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on the desired strength. Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
Once the tea is cool, mix in the unsweetened almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir well.
To assemble the boba milk tea, divide the sugared tapioca pearls evenly among four tall glasses.
Fill each glass halfway with ice cubes.
Pour the cooled tea mixture over the ice, filling each glass.
Stir gently to mix the tapioca pearls and tea. Serve immediately with a wide straw and enjoy your delicious, dairy-free classic boba milk tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.2 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 339 mg | 15% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 349.3 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 174.3 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1005 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 387 mg | 8% | |
*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.
