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Fresh Taro Milk Bubble Tea

This fresh taro bubble tea is made with real, cooked and mashed taro root -- not the powdered mix from the store. The result is a creamier, more naturally flavored drink that's lightly sweetened with condensed milk and comes together in just 10 minutes.
Course Drinks
Cuisine Asian, Chinese, Taiwanese
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 198kcal
Author Michelle

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoon cooked mashed taro
  • 2-3 tablespoon sweetened condensed milk or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ - ½ C whole milk or non-dairy alternative of your choice
  • 1 tablespoon purple sweet potato powder for colour, optional
  • ice cubes
  • 1 batch cooked boba pearls
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • In a high-powered blender, add the cooked, mashed taro, condensed milk, vanilla extract and milk (of your choice), along with the purple sweet potato powder (if using).
  • Blend until completely smooth. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more condensed milk if needed.
  • Add boba pearls to a drinking glass, fill with ice, and pour the blended taro milk over top.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

Note: this particular version doesn't contain tea, which makes it suitable for kids and those who are sensitive to caffeine.

Nutrition

Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 137mg | Potassium: 416mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 141IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 208mg | Iron: 1mg