If you are in search of a new drink with an irresistible, rich, and delicious taste— Chocolate Bubble Tea might be just the perfect choice for you.
Everyone enjoys a good chocolatey drink with soft tapioca pearls floating here and there for an additional texture, and these make Chocolate Bubble Tea different from any other bubble teas. It is rich in cacao, which makes it so chocolatey in flavor. The addition of milk in this recipe makes the whole drink extra flavorful too, with a milky and creamy taste that creates a thicker consistency when being sipped. Both the taste and texture of this beverage are a win, and you will never regret making it at home.
Chocolate Bubble Tea is a beverage you may treat as a go-to drink whenever you are busy running errands and have no time for a break time since it can be drunk any time of the day. You may drink this Chocolate Bubble Tea in the morning before you go to school or work since it may be a light drink, but it can surely satiate your hunger for a while. A snack time in the afternoon would become even better and enjoyable with the addition of this bubble tea in the mix too.
The Quick Backdrop of Bubble Tea's Origin
If you are to go to the nearest mall or park in your area, the chances are high that you will see a stall or shop that offers various flavors of bubble teas. You may even wonder how these drinks became a staple these days. Some love bubble teas for the tapioca pearls that make them chewy and possess an addictive texture. Most are rather fond of bubble teas because they are refreshingly thick, creamy, and flavorful.
Alright, you may say, “but bubble teas are just flavored milk drinks with tapioca pearls!” Well, that, right there, is a wrong way to describe bubble teas. Sure, they are milk teas with tapioca pearls, but bubble teas are flavorful in their accords. The tapioca pearls in the highly flavorful drinks make it unique and different from common concoctions in milk tea shops.
The origin of bubble tea has never quite been known to historians, but as the historical records entail, bubble tea only got its popularity in the 1980s. It first became so popular in the eastern part of Asia since the people there are quite fond of drinking tea, and naturally, bubble tea has the main ingredients of teas, milk, and tapioca pearls.
Why Does This Recipe Works?
Bubble teas have so many other flavors to offer from strawberry, matcha, honeydew, almond, and even taro flavor. Yet, nothing could beat a good old class chocolate flavor even in terms of bubble teas. Here are some of the best reasons why this bubble tea is never too basic of a drink to try at home:
- The ingredients of these recipes are budget-friendly and can be altered to adapt strict diets for those who can't have gluten or dairy in their drinks or food to achieve gluten-free and dairy-free Chocolate Bubble Tea.
- It is a simple recipe for a drink that is quick and easy to prepare.
- It is also a great beverage for summer outings with family or friends!
What's in This Chocolate Bubble Tea Recipe?
Milk. What is bubble tea without the creamy and milky touch that milk provides? Add some milk for a complete bubble tea experience!
Tea Bags. Choose your favorite strong tea that will stand out but won't overcome the other flavor in this recipe.
Cocoa Powder. A perfect chocolate flavor can only be achieved by the addition of this magic cocoa in the form of powder.
Vanilla Bean Paste. Add a floral-like undertone of flavor to your tea by adding vanilla bean paste into the mix!
Sugar. A little sweetener to make this drink perfect!
Tapioca Pearls. The chewy texture of tapioca pearls will surely add the best texture and bubble tea experience for you.
Whipped Cream. Top your drink with whipped cream!
How To Make Chocolate Bubble Tea?
- In a saucepan, Add the milk and tea bags and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat, take out the tea bag and stir in vanilla bean paste, sugar and cacao powder.
- Divide the cooked tapioca pearls between two large cups, then pour the chocolate tea on top.
- Garnish with whipped cream and scatter some cacao powder on top.
Top Tips!
- The texture of tapioca pearls hardens after a few hours of being cooked, and you may no longer find it appealing to add to your drink. Hence it is advisable to only cook the tapioca pearls when you are already going to use them.
- Be mindful of the amount of vanilla bean paste you will be adding to the mixture. You are only using this ingredient to add more flavor, not to change the entire taste of the recipe.
- A good bubble tea does not require too much sweetness as the drinker mainly focuses on the chocolatey goodness the drink gives, so don't use too much sugar!
Recipe Variations
- It is understandable that in some houses, vanilla bean paste is harder to find than simple vanilla extract. You may rather use vanilla extract on this recipe without altering the taste of your drink.
- Black or jasmine tea provides a robust flavor for your bubble tea, feel free to use either of the two.
- Whole milk is the best milk to use in this recipe since it gives a thicker consistency and creamier taste.
Serving Suggestion
The mild sweetness and creamy texture of Chocolate Bubble Tea is a good pair for a greasy and salty plate of french fries and fried chicken burgers! Chocolate oatmeal cookies or sweet potato cookies are also good food to eat with this drink.
Recipe FAQs
Of course! You only have to use plant-based milk such as almond and soy milk, and you can already serve a vegan-friendly Chocolate Bubble Tea.
Unfortunately, cocoa powder contains caffeine, and the tea you will be using may also contain some. You will have to find a cocoa powder and tea that do not contain caffeine for this recipe to be called a caffeine-free beverage.
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Ingredients
- 400 ml milk
- 1 tea bag
- 1 tablespoon cacao Powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ cup tapioca pearls , cooked
- whipped cream , to serve
Instructions
- n a saucepan, Add the milk and tea bags and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- Turn off the heat, take out the tea bag and stir in vanilla bean paste, sugar and cacao powder.
- Divide the cooked tapioca pearls between two large cups, then pour the chocolate tea on top.
- Garnish with whipped cream and scatter some cacao powder on top.
Notes
- The texture of tapioca pearls hardens after a few hours of being cooked, and you may no longer find it appealing to add to your drink. Hence it is advisable to only cook the tapioca pearls when you are already going to use them.
- Be mindful of the amount of vanilla bean paste you will be adding to the mixture. You are only using this ingredient to add more flavor, not to change the entire taste of the recipe.
- A good bubble tea does not require too much sweetness as the drinker mainly focuses on the chocolatey goodness the drink gives, so don't use too much sugar!
- It is understandable that in some houses, vanilla bean paste is harder to find than simple vanilla extract. You may rather use vanilla extract on this recipe without altering the taste of your drink.
- Black or jasmine tea provides a robust flavor for your bubble tea, feel free to use either of the two.
- Whole milk is the best milk to use in this recipe since it gives a thicker consistency and creamier taste.
Nutrition
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Clair
Wow. This was nice, I love it.