Vegan Classic Bubble Milk Tea
Indulge in the comforting, creamy sweetness of Vegan Classic Bubble Milk Tea, a plant-based twist on the beloved Taiwanese beverage. This recipe combines soft, chewy tapioca pearls coated in homemade brown sugar syrup with robust brewed black tea and silky almond milk for a dairy-free delight. Sweetened naturally with a touch of maple syrup, every sip is packed with rich, satisfying flavor. Perfect for summer afternoons, this refreshing bubble tea pairs effortlessly with a scoop of ice cubes for an irresistibly cool treat. With easy preparation and wholesome ingredients, this vegan version of classic milk tea offers an authentic experience that's ideal for bubble tea fans looking for a cruelty-free option.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup tapioca pearls
- 2 tablespoons black tea leaves or bags
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot. Once boiling, add tapioca pearls and stir gently until they float to the top.
Reduce heat to medium and cover the pot. Let the pearls simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After 15 minutes, remove the pot from the heat and let the tapioca pearls rest, covered, for another 15 minutes.
Drain the cooked tapioca pearls and rinse them with cold water. Set aside.
In a separate pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil and add black tea leaves or bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes. Remove tea leaves or bags.
In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar and 1/2 cup of water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely, creating a simple syrup.
Mix the drained tapioca pearls with the simple syrup, ensuring they are well coated. Set aside.
In a serving glass, add a generous spoonful of tapioca pearls with some syrup.
Pour in the brewed black tea and unsweetened almond milk over the pearls, filling the glass about three-quarters full.
Add ice cubes, and stir in the maple syrup for extra sweetness. Adjust according to taste.
Serve immediately with a thick straw, ideal for sipping those delightful pearls.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
515 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.1 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 154 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.0 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.0 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 457 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 117 mg | 2% | |
*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.
