Sweet Brown Sugar Boba Milk Tea Recipe
Let’s Make Brown Sugar Boba Milk Tea at Home!
You can make this delicious drink at home too! No more buying it out! This recipe is explained for one serving.
Ingredients
- Tapioca pearls 80-120g (instant, pre-coated with syrup)
- Milk 120ml
- Brown sugar syrup 5-6 tablespoons
- Ice, to your preference
- 1 Earl Grey black tea bag
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the star of brown sugar boba milk tea: the tapioca pearls. Using instant tapioca pearls that are already coated in syrup makes it super convenient! Bring water to a boil, add the pearls, cover, and let them simmer for about 5 minutes. Be careful not to overcook them, as they can become too mushy.
Step 2
Once cooked, the pearls will turn a deep brown color and develop a chewy texture. Drain the cooked pearls and rinse them gently under cold water to remove excess starch. Drain them well in a colander; excess water can dilute the brown sugar syrup.
Step 3
Now, it’s time to infuse the pearls with that rich brown sugar flavor. Aim for a 1:1 ratio of pearls to brown sugar syrup (e.g., 100g pearls to 100g syrup). Combine the drained pearls and syrup in a bowl and gently mix. Let them sit for about 4-5 minutes, allowing the pearls to soak up the deep sweetness. This step is crucial for achieving that signature caramelized brown sugar taste.
Step 4
Meanwhile, let’s brew the fragrant tea base. Place one Earl Grey tea bag in a cup and pour hot water over it. Let it steep for about 5 minutes to create a strong, aromatic tea. Remove the tea bag. You can let it cool down to room temperature or chill it in the refrigerator.
Step 5
Next, add the brown sugar-coated pearls to your serving glass, according to your preference. Arranging them nicely at the bottom is a key part of the visual appeal!
Step 6
There are a couple of ways to layer your drink. You can add the pearls first, then pour in the cooled Earl Grey tea. After that, gently pour in the fresh milk. The milk will slowly swirl down, creating beautiful marbled patterns as it mixes with the brown sugar syrup.
Step 7
Finally, fill the glass with ice to your liking. And voilà! You’ve created a café-quality brown sugar boba milk tea right in your own kitchen. You can layer it as pearls – tea – milk – ice, or try pearls – ice – tea – milk. Enjoy your delicious homemade boba!
