Brown Sugar Milk Boba
A sweet, creamy, and chewy homemade brown sugar milk tea with tapioca pearls soaked in rich brown sugar syrup. Perfect as a refreshing treat or dessert drink.
Ingredients
- Core Ingredients:
- 1 cup tapioca pearls boba
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups water for pearls and syrup
- 2 cups milk whole, oat, or almond
- 1 –2 cups ice cubes
- Optional Add-Ons:
- A few drops vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon condensed milk
- Light sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg
Instructions
- Cook the pearls: Boil 4 cups water, add 1 cup tapioca pearls, cook 15–20 minutes until chewy, then drain and rinse.
- Make brown sugar syrup: Combine 1 cup brown sugar with 1/2 cup water, simmer 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened, then pour over pearls.
- Assemble the drink: Fill a tall glass with ice, add pearls with syrup, pour 1 cup milk, stir gently to create the classic tiger stripes.
- Serve: Insert a wide straw and enjoy your homemade brown sugar milk tea.
Notes
- Serve immediately for the best chewy texture.
- Adjust syrup for desired sweetness.
- Try milk alternatives (oat, almond) or add matcha, coffee, or fruit puree for variations.
- Ideal for sharing with friends or enjoying as a refreshing dessert drink.