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Strawberry Milk Tea

Homemade Strawberry Milk Tea That Bursts with Fresh Flavor

A delightful homemade Strawberry Milk Tea recipe with fresh strawberries, black tea, and creamy texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Syrup
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Hulled and sliced
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust according to sweetness preference
  • 0.5 cups Water For simmering the strawberries
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
For the Tea Base
  • 2 bags Black Tea Bags High-quality for robust flavor
  • 2 cups Hot Water Brewed at 200°F
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar Sweeten brewed tea
For the Creamy Blend
  • 0.5 cups Milk/Heavy Cream Whole milk or plant-based option
  • 1 cups Ice Cubes To chill the drink
Optional Add-ins
  • 0.5 cups Tapioca Pearls Cook according to package instructions

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • tall glass
  • Measuring Cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Milk Tea
  1. Prepare Fresh Strawberry Syrup: In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of sliced strawberries, 0.5 cups of sugar, and 0.5 cups of water. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened, then strain.
  2. Brew Strong Tea Base: Boil 2 cups of water, steep 2 black tea bags for 5 minutes. Remove the bags and stir in 2 tablespoons of sugar. Let cool.
  3. Cook Tapioca Pearls (Optional): Boil water and cook tapioca pearls according to package instructions, about 5-10 minutes, then drain.
  4. Assemble the Drink: In a glass, add strawberry syrup, ice cubes, brewed tea, and top with milk or cream.
  5. Serve Immediately: Add tapioca pearls if desired and serve for the best experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use only ripe strawberries for the best flavor, and serve fresh to avoid dilution from ice. Prepare syrup in advance for convenience.

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