Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade popping boba! These colorful, fruit-flavored pearls burst with flavor, transforming any drink into a fun and refreshing treat. Perfect for summer parties, family gatherings, or simply to relive your childhood joy, this easy recipe will have everyone clamoring for more.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fruit juice (freshly squeezed or bottled)
- 2 tsp agar-agar powder
- 2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup water
- 2–3 drops food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the fruit juice and sugar over medium heat until dissolved.
- Gradually whisk in agar-agar powder and simmer for 3-5 minutes until fully dissolved.
- If using, add food coloring and stir until evenly mixed.
- Using a dropper or squeeze bottle, drip small droplets into a bowl of cold vegetable oil to form pearls.
- After about 10 minutes, remove pearls with a slotted spoon and rinse under cold water.
- Store boba pearls in syrup or fruit juice until serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Creating
- Cuisine: Dessert
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different fruit juices for unique flavors. Use coconut water for a tropical twist or matcha for an earthy flavor. Always use fresh juice for vibrant taste and color.