Simple Taro Milk Tea

Close up shot of a glass of taro milk tea on a white kitchen counter

Creamy, nutty, and lightly sweet ; this simple taro milk tea is a quick and easy treat made with just 4 basic ingredients. No boba required, no special tools needed — just a cozy café-style drink ready in 10 minutes.

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Asian; Taiwanese; Fusion

Keyword: Taro milk tea calories, Taro milk tea recipe, Taro milk tea taste, Taro Powder

Prep Time: 5

Resting Time: 5

Total Time: 10

Servings: servings

Calories: 250kcal

Cost: $2

Equipment

1 Mixing bowl or blender
1 Whisk or spoon
2 Tall glass
Set of measuring spoons

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

3 tablespoon taro powder Choose drink-grade for vibrant color and great flavor
1 cup whole milk Or substitute with oat, almond, or coconut milk for dairy-free
2–3 tablespoon sugar Adjust to taste, especially if your taro powder is pre-sweetened
½ cup ice cubes For serving chilled

Optional Additions

1 tablespoon condensed milk For extra creaminess
½ teaspoon vanilla extract Boosts the natural taro notes
½ cup brewed tea Black or green tea adds a traditional bubble tea base

Instructions

Pour over a glass filled with ice. Let sit for 1–2 minutes, then enjoy immediately.
Add Ingredients – Pour in the rest of the milk and add sugar (and any optional ingredients). Mix well until fully dissolved.
Blend – For best texture, blend the mixture for 30 seconds until slightly frothy. If not using a blender, whisk vigorously.
Serve – Pour over a glass filled with ice. Let sit for 1–2 minutes, then enjoy immediately.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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