My daughter is obsessed with Boba Tea. She gets so excited every time it’s on the menu. Sweet girl though, she is just riddled with food allergies. Putting a healthy spin on it, I decided to make Jasmine Milk Tea. This recipe is so easy to create. Lightly sweetened, creamy, and ever so cozy.
What Is Jasmine Milk Tea
Jasmine milk tea is a delightful and aromatic beverage that seamlessly blends the floral essence of jasmine tea with the creamy richness of milk. This popular Asian tea combines the soothing qualities of jasmine flowers with the comforting familiarity of milk, creating a harmonious and balanced flavor profile.
You may be wondering… just what is Boba?
Boba, is made from tapioca starch, also known as cassava starch. They are made into small spheres that are slightly sweet, chewy in texture, and look like little black bubbles, which is where the term Bubble tea comes from.
Bubble tea is usually made by layering prepared boba with black or green tea, creamy milk, and a bit of sweetener.
Basically, if you can boil water, you can make this delicious Jasmine Milk Tea!
To make this recipe you only need 4 simple ingredients. Here it is.
4 Ingredient Jasmine Milk Tea:
Jasmine Tea. Jasmine Tea is chock full of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals and has often been used to help soothe an upset stomach. Making it perfect for those of us who too often suffer from acid reflux and food sensitivities. Jasmine tea is slightly floral in flavor, light and delicate, and not bitter. Nutritious and Delicious!
Boba a.k.a Tapioca Pearls. My favorite is this one from Amazon.
Sweetener. Coconut Sugar or Honey is always my go-to, as processed sugar can often cause GERD symptoms to amplify.
Dairy-Free Milk. Condensed Milk is usually the creamy ingredient in Boba Tea, and while I’m sure it makes it extra moreish, I was looking for a more gut-friendly option. I’ve found that almond or oat milk gives it a really beautiful creaminess and is perfect for those of us needing to avoid dairy.
Jasmine Milk Tea Recipe Tips:
Listen to Your Body. Jasmine tea contains 15-60 mg of caffeine per cup which may relax the lower esophageal sphincter, triggering acid reflux or at least exacerbating it. While this recipe may be something delightful to try for yourself or your family, it may be best to limit your intake in an effort to care for your body and your healing well.
Drink Warm or Cold. Jasmine Milk Tea is delicious when served warm or chilled. Feel free to try both and see what your preferences are! In our house, I like it warm and my daughter loves hers over ice.
Boba Substitutes
If you are not a fan of Boba, don’t worry! There are lots of Boba alternatives: blueberries add the same look and drinking experience while being both fresh and flavorful. Dragon Fruit would be a great substitute, but if you are really looking to add a gut-healing punch try adding fresh aloe vera chunks! Of course, you always have the option of leaving them out entirely, but where’s the fun in that?
How to Store Prepared Boba
If you are adding Boba, it is best used warm. Alternatively, if you happen to have some leftovers, they can be stored at room temperature for 4 hours or placed in some honey and refrigerated for up to 72 hours.
How to Make Jasmine Milk Tea
First steep 2 jasmine tea bags in hot water. If you prefer a weaker tea or want to ensure less caffeine just use 1 tea bag. Also, filtered water if possible for the best bubble tea.
While your tea is steeping, prepare your boba according to the directions on the package. Don’t worry, nothing too hard here, it’s as easy as boiling your tapioca pearls in water.
Now that your tea is ready, it’s time to add your sweetener to your preferred level of sweetness. Just that added touch of decadence is all you need.
How to Prepare Jasmine Milk Tea
We are ready to layer. I like to use a clear glass so you can see the goodness. Studies show the prettier the food the better it tastes (I’m speaking in layman’s terms, of course, their definition was way too technical.)
Place your tapioca pearls in the bottom of the glass. Your boba is best used warm as it starts to harden after four hours. Next pour in your sweetened jasmine tea and then sloooooowwwwwly mix in creamy oat or almond milk and watch as it all comes together into something truly amazing.
Serve it up warm or add ice if you looking for that mid-afternoon wake-up. Jasmine Milk Tea is best when drunk with awide boba straw so each sip ensures you get a tapioca ball and tea. Ahhhhhh, delicious.
I hope you will give this recipe a try! It’s a fun one to have in your arsenal. The kids or grandkids will love it and you will for sure get a few extra punches on your cool card. Enjoy and be sure to let me know what you think in the comments!
Looking for other easy and delicious recipes?? Try these:
Non-Dairy Jasmine Milk Tea is a slightly floral and deliciously light green tea sweetened with a hint of honey and swirled with creamy non dairy milk. Make it at home with only 4 easy ingredients Add tapioca boba pearls as an option.
Brew the Jasmine Green Tea. Pour boiling water over tea bags or loose leaf tea and let steep for 3-7 minutes. If using loose leaf jasmine tea strain out the jasmine flowers before adding sweetener.
Sweeten Jasmine Tea. Add honey or coconut sugar and stir until fully dissolved.
Add Milk. Mix in 1/2 cup milk to the sweetened tea and swirl together.
Prepare the boba. Prepare the boba according to the boba package directions
Assemble. When ready to serve layer boba in a clear glass, followed by the milky tea mixture. Drink warm or serve over crushed ice with a wide boba straw.
Enjoy!
Notes
Use whole milk or sweetened condensed milk if those are acceptable to your diet and sound good.
This recipe is for 1, you can double or triple the recipe if you want to serve it to a large group.
Change the sugar level depending on the level of sweetness you prefer!
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