Tropical Coconut Bubble Tea
Escape to a tropical paradise with this refreshing Tropical Coconut Bubble Tea, a delightful fusion of creamy coconut milk, tangy pineapple juice, and bold black tea. Chewy tapioca pearls form the heart of this indulgent drink, while a topping of sweet, juicy mango adds a vibrant burst of flavor. This homemade bubble tea recipe is as much fun to make as it is to sip, offering a perfect balance of exotic tastes and bubbly textures. Easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, this iced beverage is ideal for summer afternoons or as a unique treat for bubble tea enthusiasts. Serve it with wide straws to fully enjoy the pearls, and indulge in the tropical vibes with every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Large tapioca pearls
- 6 cups Water
- 2 pieces Black tea bags
- 1 cup Hot water
- 1 cup Coconut milk
- 1 cup Pineapple juice
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 0.5 cup Mango, diced
Instructions
In a large pot, bring 6 cups of water to a boil. Add the tapioca pearls and cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until they become soft and chewy. Remove from heat, drain, and rinse with cold water. Set aside.
Steep the black tea bags in 1 cup of hot water for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooled black tea, coconut milk, pineapple juice, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Prepare two serving glasses. Divide the cooked tapioca pearls evenly between the two glasses.
Add a handful of ice cubes to each glass.
Pour the tea mixture over the tapioca pearls and ice, dividing it evenly between the two glasses.
Top each glass with diced mango for an additional tropical flavor.
Serve immediately with wide straws to enjoy the tapioca pearls along with the drink.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1228 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 97 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 305.2 g | 111% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 607 mg | 13% | |
*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.
