Homemade Pearl Milk Tea

Name: Homemade Pearl Milk Tea
Prep time: 18 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 38 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: tapioca starch; brown sugar; water; pu'er tea leaves; milk

March 27, 2025 38 Minutes Medium

Nutritional Information

300 kcal

Calories

Protein

66g

Carbohydrates

Fat

Recipe Dessert

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of homemade Original Boba Milk Tea with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfectly chewy tapioca pearls are made from scratch by combining brown sugar and tapioca starch, boiled to a glossy, translucent finish. The key lies in mastering the dough’s texture—soft enough to shape yet firm enough to hold its form. Simmered in pu’er tea, the deep, earthy notes of the brew blend seamlessly with creamy milk, creating a luxurious base. Each sip delivers the satisfying pop of homemade boba, sweetened naturally with caramelized sugar. Whether you’re a bubble tea enthusiast or a first-time brewer, this recipe guarantees an authentic, fragrant cup that rivals your favorite café. Enjoy the perfect balance of tea, milk, and chewy pearls in every delightful sip!

Ingredients

Instructions

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Step 1

Take a large photo of all the ingredients.

Step 2

Boil brown sugar with water, then slowly pour it into the tapioca starch and stir quickly.

Step 3

Control the viscosity of the tapioca paste. If it’s too thin, it’s hard to shape into pearls. If it’s too dry, it’s easy to fall apart.

Step 4

Shape into small balls, then quickly coat with tapioca starch. This helps them hold their shape and prevents sticking. After shaping, boil them in water for 15 minutes until they are translucent. Turn off the heat and let them steep for a while.