Blueberry Milk Tea is a refreshing and creamy twist on traditional bubble tea, bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of blueberries and the smooth richness of milk tea. It’s a beautiful drink—lavender in color and deliciously fruity—that you can make easily at home using fresh or frozen blueberries. Serve it with or without tapioca pearls for a fun, café-style treat that’s perfect any time of day.
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
1 cup water
2 black tea bags (or 2 teaspoons loose-leaf black tea)
½ cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
2 tablespoons sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
½ cup milk (whole, almond, or oat milk)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
½ cup cooked tapioca pearls (optional, for bubble tea version)
Ice cubes
Instructions:
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Brew the Tea
Bring 1 cup of water to a boil and steep the black tea for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on how strong you like it. Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool slightly. -
Make the Blueberry Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine blueberries and sugar over medium heat. Stir and mash the berries gently as they cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, until the mixture becomes syrupy. Strain through a fine sieve, pressing to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solids and let the syrup cool. -
Mix the Drink
In a shaker or large glass, combine the brewed tea, blueberry syrup, milk, and vanilla extract. Shake or stir well until blended. -
Assemble
If using tapioca pearls, divide them between two glasses. Add ice cubes, then pour the blueberry milk tea over the ice. Stir gently. -
Serve
Insert a wide straw if you’re using pearls, or enjoy with a spoon for a creamy, fruity sip.
Nutrition (per serving, without tapioca pearls):
Calories: 130
Protein: 3g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fat: 2g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 21g
Tips:
Use green tea instead of black tea for a lighter, more floral version.
Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar or substituting honey or agave.
To make it iced quickly, chill the tea and syrup in the freezer for 10 minutes before mixing.
You can blend everything with a few ice cubes for a frosty blueberry milk tea smoothie.
If you love boba drinks, cook your tapioca pearls right before serving—they’re best when warm and chewy.
