Pumpkin Pie Bubble Tea Recipe
Introduction
Enjoy the cozy flavors of fall with this Pumpkin Pie Bubble Tea. It combines creamy milk tea with pumpkin puree and warm spices, topped off with chewy tapioca pearls for a fun and festive twist.
Ingredients
- 1 cup prepared milk tea
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 cup cooked tapioca pearls
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare your milk tea as desired, either brewing black tea and adding milk or using pre-made milk tea.
- Step 2: Stir the pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice into the warm milk tea until well combined.
- Step 3: Add the cooked tapioca pearls to the bottom of your glass, then pour the pumpkin milk tea mixture over them.
- Step 4: Serve immediately with a wide straw to enjoy the tapioca pearls with each sip.
Tips & Variations
- Use coconut milk or almond milk to make this dairy-free and add a subtle nutty flavor.
- Add a touch of sweetener like honey or brown sugar if you prefer a sweeter drink.
- Chill the tapioca pearls before adding to keep the drink refreshing on warm days.
Storage
It’s best to enjoy this bubble tea fresh. If needed, store the pumpkin milk tea separately in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Keep tapioca pearls in a sealed container at room temperature and consume within a few hours for the best texture. Reheat the milk tea gently before mixing.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use canned pumpkin for this recipe?
Yes, canned pumpkin puree works perfectly and is convenient for this bubble tea.
How do I cook tapioca pearls at home?
Simmer tapioca pearls in boiling water for about 20-30 minutes until they become translucent and chewy, then rinse and soak briefly in sugar syrup or plain water before adding to the tea.
PrintPumpkin Pie Bubble Tea Recipe
Pumpkin Pie Bubble Tea is a cozy fall-inspired drink that combines the creamy richness of milk tea with the warm spices and velvety texture of pumpkin puree. This unique beverage is finished with chewy tapioca pearls, providing a delightful contrast in every sip. Perfect for pumpkin spice lovers looking for a fun twist on traditional bubble tea.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Milk Tea Base
- 1 cup brewed black tea, chilled
- 1/2 cup milk (whole or preferred dairy/non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons sugar or sweetener of choice
Pumpkin Mixture
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Tapioca Pearls
- 1/4 cup tapioca pearls, cooked according to package instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the Milk Tea: Brew 1 cup of black tea and chill it in the refrigerator. In a separate container, mix the chilled tea with milk and sugar, stirring until the sugar is dissolved completely to create a smooth milk tea base.
- Mix Pumpkin and Spices: In a bowl, combine the pumpkin puree with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Stir thoroughly until the spices are well incorporated into the pumpkin puree, creating a fragrant and flavorful pumpkin spice mixture.
- Combine Pumpkin Mixture and Milk Tea: Slowly stir the pumpkin spice mixture into the milk tea base until fully blended, resulting in a creamy and aromatic pumpkin pie milk tea.
- Add Tapioca Pearls: After cooking tapioca pearls according to the package directions, drain and rinse them briefly to remove excess starch. Add the cooked pearls to the pumpkin pie milk tea and stir gently to distribute evenly.
- Serve: Pour the pumpkin pie bubble tea into glasses with a wide straw. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor contrast between the creamy tea and chewy pearls.
Notes
- Use fresh brewed tea for the best flavor; black tea varieties like Assam or Earl Grey work well.
- Adjust sweetness to taste depending on the type of milk and pumpkin puree used.
- For a thicker pumpkin flavor, increase pumpkin puree to 1/3 cup.
- Cook tapioca pearls fresh before serving to maintain their chewy texture.
- Non-dairy milks like oat or almond milk can be used for a vegan version.
Keywords: pumpkin pie bubble tea, pumpkin spice bubble tea, milk tea, tapioca pearls, fall drinks, boba tea
