If you’re looking for a fresh way to enjoy watermelon, Watermelon Bubble Tea is the answer. This milk tea is sweet, cool, addictive, and has just the right texture to keep things interesting.
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Watermelon Bubbe Tea Recipe
Watermelon Bubble Tea is a fruity twist on classic bubble tea. It blends the sweet taste of watermelon with milk tea and chewy tapioca pearls. The drink balances fruity freshness with rich texture.
This non-alcoholic drink is popular in summer for its light, hydrating flavor. You can enjoy this boba tea with desserts like fruit tarts, macarons, mochi, ice cream, and pastries such as glazed donuts, muffins, and scones. Fruit-based treats like fresh fruit bowls or mango sticky rice are also great pairs.
For savory options, try spicy foods like noodles, fried chicken, or curries. The drink also pairs well with salty snacks such as French fries, chicken wings, or popcorn chicken. Asian dishes like dumplings, braised pork rice, pad Thai, or spicy beef noodle soup create a delicious contrast.
I used brown sugar boba pearls for the toppings. Here’s how to make the watermelon bubble tea:
Watermelon Bubble Tea
Nutrition
Ingredients
- 300 g fresh watermelon seedless
- 1 black tea bag
- 200 ml boiling water
- 1 tbsp sugar adjust to taste
- 100 ml unsweetened fresh milk
- 30 g brown sugar boba pearls pre-cooked
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Steep 1 tea bag in 200 ml boiling water for about 5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bag, stir in 1 tbsp sugar, and let it cool slightly.
- Cut into chunks and blend or juice until smooth.
- Strain through a fine sieve if you prefer a smoother texture. Set aside.
- Add ice cubes and 100 ml milk into the brewed tea and stir to combine.
- Pour in the fresh watermelon juice and stir until fully blended.
- Add brown sugar boba pearls into a serving glass.
- Serve chilled or over ice for the best experience.
Notes
- You can use green tea or oolong tea instead of black tea for a lighter flavor.
- Chill the watermelon juice and tea ahead for quicker prep.
- Add more sugar if your watermelon is not very sweet.
- For vegan version, use plant-based milk like oat or almond.
Variations
Watermelon bubble tea has many versions. Here are some ideas you can try:
- Watermelon Matcha Bubble Tea replaces black tea with matcha for a vibrant green tea twist.
- Watermelon Coconut Milk Tea uses coconut milk instead of dairy for a tropical, creamy taste. It’s perfect for hot weather and dairy-free diets.
- Spicy Version adds a pinch of cayenne or chili salt to the watermelon juice for a bold, spicy-sweet drink.
- Watermelon Jasmine Bubble Tea swaps black tea with jasmine tea for a light floral aroma.
- Yogurt Addition adds 2 tbsp of plain or Greek yogurt with the milk for a tangy, creamy version similar to a lassi.
- Watermelon Rose Bubble Tea adds a few drops of rose water or rose syrup for a delicate floral note.
- Salted Watermelon Milk Tea adds a tiny pinch of sea salt to the watermelon juice to enhance its natural sweetness.