How to make strawberry milk tea with chewy coconut jelly at home

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You do not need to visit a cafe to enjoy strawberry milk tea, with familiar ingredients, you can easily make this refreshing drink at home. A simple mix of tea, sweet and tangy strawberry syrup, and chewy coconut jelly makes a cool treat for the whole family. In this article, GC Food shares a balanced recipe and tips on choosing safe, high-quality toppings.

1. Ingredients for strawberry milk tea with coconut jelly

To prepare flavorful strawberry milk tea topped with coconut jelly, you will need the following basic ingredients and tools:

• 200g black tea

• 600g granulated sugar

• 800g Indo milk powder

• 3 liters of water

• 40ml strawberry syrup or strawberry jam

• 100g tapioca pearls or ingredients for making pearls (130g tapioca starch, 10g cocoa powder, 60g brown sugar, 70ml water)

• 100 to 150g topping coconut jelly of GC Food

• Ice cubes, as needed

• Equipment: pot, strainer, stirring spoon, shaker, and glass cups.

When choosing black tea, opt for leaves that are evenly shaped, naturally fragrant, and free from impurities to avoid a harsh taste. In addition, strawberry syrup or jam should have a natural pink-red color and a mild aroma. It is best to avoid products that have an overly strong, artificial-smelling fragrance.

2. How to make strawberry milk tea with coconut jelly

2.1 Step 1: Brewing the milk tea

First, heat 3 liters of water to around 90 degrees Celsius, then add the black tea and steep it for about 30 minutes to extract its full flavor. Once the brewing process is complete, strain the tea through a sieve or a thin cloth bag to remove the tea leaves, keeping only the liquid.

Next, add the granulated sugar and milk powder to the strained tea mixture. Stir gently in one direction using a wooden ladle until the ingredients are fully dissolved. Stirring evenly and consistently helps create a smoother texture, enhances the aroma, and allows the milk tea to be stored for a longer time.

For an even silkier result, pass the mixture through a sieve once again before serving. Finally, let the milk tea cool completely before placing it in the refrigerator for storage until ready to use.

2.2 Step 2: Mixing the strawberry milk tea

Pour about 200 ml of the prepared milk tea into a shaker, then add 20 ml of strawberry syrup along with a small amount of ice. Secure the lid tightly and shake well until the mixture is evenly chilled throughout.

If strawberry syrup or jam is not available, you can easily make a homemade strawberry sauce. Blend fresh strawberries with a little water, then cook the mixture over medium heat. Add granulated sugar and stir continuously until the sauce thickens and is ready to use.

2.3 Step 3: Making black tapioca pearls

• In a large bowl, combine 125g of tapioca starch with 10g of cocoa powder and mix well until evenly blended.

• Place a pot on the stove and add 60g of brown sugar, 5g of tapioca starch, and 70ml of water. Stir until dissolved, then cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring continuously. Once it comes to a boil, remove it from the heat.

• Pour the dry starch mixture into the hot sugar syrup and stir quickly until the dough forms. Transfer the dough to a clean surface and knead until it becomes smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky.

• Divide the dough into four portions. Roll each portion into long strands, cut into small pieces, and shape them into balls. Lightly coat the pearls with a thin layer of tapioca starch to prevent sticking.

• Bring a pot of water to a boil, add the pearls, and stir gently in one direction. After 15 minutes, turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let the pearls rest for another 30 minutes. Remove the pearls and mix them with one spoon of granulated sugar to finish.

Note: If you use store-bought pearls or prefer not to add black tapioca pearls, this step can be skipped.

2.4 Step 4: Assembling the strawberry milk tea

Spoon one tablespoon of strawberry syrup into a glass and rotate it to create a decorative layer along the sides. Then pour in the shaken milk tea, add ice cubes, and top with black tapioca pearls and coconut jelly.

The finished strawberry milk tea features a bright pink color and a light strawberry aroma. With each sip, you can taste the balanced sweetness and gentle tartness of the strawberry syrup, the rich creaminess of the milk tea, and the pleasantly chewy texture of both tapioca pearls and coconut jelly. If desired, a few slices of fresh strawberries can be added on top to enhance the tangy note.

This strawberry milk tea recipe is suggested by the GC Food team - A coconut jelly manufacturer that meets quality standards and follows the philosophy of delivering a “Happy Food Chain.”

With the simple steps above, you can easily prepare strawberry milk tea with coconut jelly at home. However, choosing fresh and safe ingredients is essential to ensure the drink is both flavorful and appealing. For more information about the production process and organic coconut jelly products, please visit the About Us section of G.C Food Joint Stock Company.

Article compiled by the GC Food Team - Specialists in natural ingredients.