Hong Kong Milk Tea
Indulge in the rich and velvety allure of Hong Kong Milk Tea, a classic tea blend known for its silky texture and robust flavors. This iconic beverage combines the boldness of Ceylon black tea with the creamy sweetness of evaporated and condensed milk, creating a perfectly balanced drink that’s equally satisfying served hot or over ice. With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow steps, you can brew a full-bodied tea that’s steeped in tradition in just 15 minutes. Ideal for two servings, this recipe is perfect for sharing or savoring solo, and it can be customized to your preferred level of sweetness. Whether you’re exploring Asian-inspired recipes or simply seeking a cozy drink to brighten your day, Hong Kong Milk Tea is the ultimate indulgence for tea enthusiasts everywhere.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Ceylon black tea leaves
- 2 cups Water
- 0.5 cup Evaporated milk
- 2 tablespoons Condensed milk
Instructions
Start by bringing 2 cups of water to a rolling boil in a medium-sized saucepan.
Once the water is boiling, add the 3 tablespoons of Ceylon black tea leaves to the saucepan.
Lower the heat to medium and let the tea leaves simmer for about 5 minutes to extract a strong brew.
After 5 minutes, strain the tea leaves out by pouring the tea through a fine mesh sieve into another pot or a heatproof pitcher to ensure a smooth texture.
Put the strained tea back over low heat and stir in 0.5 cup of evaporated milk along with 2 tablespoons of condensed milk.
Continue to stir gently and allow the mixture to heat through for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the milk does not boil.
Taste the tea and adjust sweetness by adding more condensed milk, if desired.
Once all ingredients are well combined and heated, remove the tea from the heat.
Pour the prepared Hong Kong Milk Tea into cups and serve hot. Alternatively, allow it to cool and serve over ice for a refreshing iced milk tea version.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 208 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 559 mg | 12% | |
*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.
