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Strawberry Matcha Boba

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There are few drink combos that feel as dreamy as strawberry and matcha. On one side, you have the earthy, slightly bitter flavor of matcha, and on the other, the sweet, juicy brightness of strawberries. Put them together with chewy boba pearls and a splash of milk, and suddenly you have a drink that feels like a treat and a pick me up all at once. Strawberry Matcha Boba is not just a drink, it is pure comfort and refreshment in every sip.

The best part about this recipe is that it looks just as good as it tastes. The layers of pink strawberry purée, creamy milk, and vibrant green matcha make it totally Instagram worthy. And here is a little hack: if you do not have fresh strawberries, strawberry jam works beautifully for a quick shortcut. Once you take that first sip, the flavor combo is so addictive that you will be stirring it all together and slurping down the pearls before you know it.

Making this at home is also way easier than you think. All you need are strawberries or jam, a little sugar if you like it sweeter, your favorite matcha powder, milk, and some tapioca pearls. The strawberry layer is sweet and fruity, the matcha layer is earthy and energizing, and the milk ties it all together into a creamy drink that feels like dessert. Plus, boba always makes anything more fun.

This drink is also really versatile. You can make it dairy free with oat or almond milk, adjust the sweetness depending on your taste, and even top it off with cold foam for that café style finish. The cold foam gives it a creamy, cloud like layer on top that makes every sip extra indulgent. Once you start making it at home, you may not feel like spending $7 at a boba shop again.

So if you want a drink that is refreshing, beautiful, and guaranteed to brighten your day, this Strawberry Matcha Boba is it. It is part fruity, part creamy, part energizing, and one hundred percent fun to sip on. Grab a big straw, add your favorite toppings, maybe some cold foam, and get ready to fall in love with your new favorite boba drink.

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Strawberry Matcha Boba

Recipe by Julia Vuong
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Course: Drinks, DessertCuisine: Japanese, Taiwanese
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Total time

40

minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup 1/2 dried tapioca pearls (black boba)

  • 6 cups 6 water

  • 1/4 cup 1/4 honey

  • 3 tbsp 3 brown sugar

  • Matcha Layer

  • 2 tsp 2 matcha powder

  • 3 tbsp 3 hot water

  • Strawberry Layer

  • 1 cup 1 fresh strawberries (or 3 tbsp strawberry jam)

  • 1 tbsp 1 sugar (adjust to taste if using fresh strawberries)

  • Other

  • 1 cup 1 milk (dairy, oat, almond, etc.)

  • ice

  • Silk Cold Foam Creamer

Directions

  • Make the honey boba:
    Bring 6 cups of water to a boil. Add the tapioca pearls and cook according to package directions (usually 20–30 minutes). Turn the heat off and let the boba sit with the lid on for 20 minutes. Drain and toss the pearls in honey, brown sugar, and 2-3 tbsp of water over low heat. Stir for 3-4 minutes, turn off the heat, and keep covered until serving so they stay warm and chewy.
  • Prepare the strawberry layer:
    If using fresh strawberries: blend with sugar until smooth.
    If using jam: stir jam with a splash of warm water to loosen into a pourable sauce.
  • Prepare the matcha:
    In a small bowl, whisk matcha with hot water until smooth and frothy. Sweeten with honey or sugar if desired.
  • Assemble the drink:
    Add honey boba to the bottom of a tall glass.
    Spoon in the strawberry purée layer.
    Add ice, then pour in the milk.
    Slowly pour the whisked matcha on top for a layered effect.
    Finish with a dollop of cold foam if using.
  • Enjoy!

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