Delicious Vegan Mango Boba Tea to Beat the Heat
This delicious vegan mango boba tea is the perfect refreshing drink to beat the heat, featuring tropical flavors and chewy boba pearls.
Equipment
- High-speed blender
- - Pot
- tall glass
Ingredients
For the Tea
- 2 bags Black Tea Use strong varieties for best flavor.
- 2 cups Hot Water Water temperature should be about 180°F.
For the Boba
- 1 cup Boba Pearls Substitute with fruit jelly or popping boba if unavailable.
- 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup Or brown sugar syrup, adjust to taste.
For the Mango Blend
- 1 cup Frozen Mango Or fresh, requires ice for similar texture.
- 1 cup Oat Milk Or any plant milk like almond, soy, or coconut.
For Serving
- 1 cup Crushed Ice Add just before serving to maintain texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Steep the black tea bag in hot water at 180°F for 5 minutes. Let it cool completely; refrigerate if possible.
- In a pot of boiling water, add the boba pearls. Cook until they float (about 4-5 minutes). Drain and mix with maple syrup.
- If using frozen mango, thaw at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
- Blend the oat milk and softened mango in a high-speed blender until smooth.
- In a tall glass, layer the cooked boba pearls with syrup, add crushed ice, pour in the cooled black tea, and top with mango purée. Mix gently.
Notes
Optional: Garnish with a fresh mango slice or mint sprig.