Ms. Lê Thị Ánh Trinh
Butterfly pea flower milk tea impresses not only with its eye-catching appearance but also with notable health benefits. The natural blue-purple color blends with creamy milk and crunchy coconut jelly, creating a refreshing drink. GC Food will guide you through an easy way to prepare it at home below for hot summer days.
1. Prepare the ingredients for butterfly pea flower milk tea with coconut jelly
To achieve a smooth, creamy taste, natural color, and refreshing crunchy topping, you need to prepare the following ingredients:
- 20g dried butterfly pea flowers
- 150g green tea or jasmine tea
- 100g rock sugar
- 300g white granulated sugar
- 100g milk powder
- Ice cubes
- An appropriate amount of GC Food coconut jelly
High-quality butterfly pea flowers produce a clear, vibrant extract without a grayish tint. Therefore, when purchasing, choose flowers with a deep blue-purple color, intact petals and no signs of crumbling or mold.
2. How to make butterfly pea flower milk tea with coconut jelly topping
The process of making butterfly pea milk tea with coconut jelly topping is quite simple. Just follow the steps below:
2.1. Step 1: Brewing the tea and butterfly pea flowers
Quickly rinse the tea leaves and butterfly pea flowers with cold water to remove any dust. Then, place them into a cloth filter bag or a brewing pot.
Pour about 1 - 1.2 liters of hot water at 80 - 90°C into the container with the tea and flowers. Steep for 20 - 30 minutes until the liquid turns a deep blue-purple color. After that, strain the tea once more through a clean cloth filter to remove any residue.
Tip: Straining the tea thoroughly helps keep it clear, free of sediment and allows for longer storage.
2.2. Step 2: Cooking the milk tea base
Pour the strained tea into a clean pot, preferably an earthenware pot or a thick-bottomed saucepan. Heat over low heat, then gradually add the rock sugar, granulated sugar and milk powder.
Gently stir in one direction only until the milk powder is completely dissolved. Stirring in a single direction helps maintain a smooth, creamy texture and prevents separation.
Once the mixture is well combined, turn off the heat and let it cool. Transfer the milk tea to a glass bottle and store it in the refrigerator. If you prefer it hot, simply keep the milk tea in a thermal flask.
2.3. Step 3: Adding the coconut jelly topping
Pour about 100ml of milk tea made with butterfly pea flowers and some ice cubes into a shaker, then shake until the shaker feels cold to the touch. Pour the drink into a serving glass.
Next, add the coconut jelly topping on top. Finally, garnish with a few dried butterfly pea flowers or mint leaves to make the milk tea more visually appealing.
This milk tea infused with butterfly pea flower recipe is suggested by the team at G.C Food Joint Stock Company (GC Food) - a manufacturer of high-quality coconut jelly that meets food safety standards.
3. Benefits of butterfly pea flower milk tea with coconut jelly
Butterfly pea flowers contain a high level of proanthocyanidins, powerful antioxidants believed to be more effective than vitamins C and E. These compounds help enhance memory, relax the nervous system, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality.
In addition, butterfly pea flower extract may help slow down the aging process, promote healthier skin and hair, as well as support pain relief and fever reduction. When included in your daily diet, it can also contribute to better blood sugar control and improved cardiovascular health.
Through this article, GC Food hopes you have learned how to make butterfly pea flower milk tea with coconut jelly topping. Try preparing this refreshing drink to treat your family and friends during hot summer days. Visit the GC Food website to learn more about us and discover additional delicious recipes.
This article was compiled by the GC Food Team - Experts in natural ingredients.
