Sweet Potato Bubble Tea is a creamy and comforting drink made with sweet potato puree, milk, sweetener, and chewy tapioca pearls. This cozy boba beverage is naturally sweet, smooth, and delicious served hot or cold.
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:2 drinks
Ingredients
1 cup cooked sweet potato, mashed
1 1/2 cups milk
2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup ice cubes
1/2 cup black tapioca pearls
4 cups water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
Cook the tapioca pearls according to the package instructions.
Drain the cooked boba and toss with brown sugar while still warm.
Peel and cook the sweet potato until soft, then mash until smooth.
Add the mashed sweet potato, milk, sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar or honey, vanilla extract, and ice cubes to a blender.
Blend until creamy and smooth.
Place the sweetened boba pearls into serving glasses.
Pour the sweet potato mixture over the boba.
Stir gently and serve immediately with a wide straw.
Notes
Use purple sweet potato for a vibrant color and nuttier flavor.
Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm spiced variation.
Coconut milk creates a richer tropical twist.
Blend in a banana for extra creaminess.
Serve warm without ice during colder months.
The sweet potato mixture can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Freshly cooked boba pearls have the best chewy texture.
