Quench your thirst with a refreshing homemade Watermelon Bubble Tea! This fruity drink combines sweet watermelon juice, chilled tea, and chewy tapioca pearls for a delightful treat. Easy to make and perfect for warm days, this bubble tea will quickly become a favorite. Enjoy a sip of summer with every glass!
Watermelon Bubble Tea
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Ingredients
For the Bubble Tea:
- 2 cups fresh watermelon cubed
- 1 cup brewed green or black tea chilled
- 1/2 cup milk or any milk alternative
- 2 tablespoons honey or simple syrup optional, for sweetness
- 1/2 cup tapioca pearls boba
For Cooking Tapioca Pearls:
- 4 cups water
- 1/4 cup brown sugar optional, for flavoring the pearls
For Serving:
- Ice cubes
- Wide straws
Instructions
Prepare the Tapioca Pearls:
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Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
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Add the tapioca pearls to the boiling water and stir gently.
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Cook the pearls for about 5-7 minutes or until they float to the surface and are chewy in texture.
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Remove from heat, cover the pot, and let the pearls sit for an additional 5 minutes.
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Drain the pearls and rinse them under cold water.
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If desired, toss the cooked pearls with brown sugar to add flavor. Set aside.
Make the Watermelon Base:
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In a blender, blend the watermelon cubes until smooth.
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Strain the watermelon juice through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any pulp. Set aside.
Assemble the Bubble Tea:
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In a large glass, add a generous spoonful of cooked tapioca pearls.
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Fill the glass halfway with ice cubes.
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Pour in the chilled tea, followed by the strained watermelon juice.
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Add milk to taste.
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Sweeten with honey or simple syrup, if desired.
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Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Serve:
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Insert a wide straw into the glass.
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Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Watermelon Bubble Tea!
