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A delicious plate of Homemade Popping Boba

Homemade Popping Boba

Learn how to make your own delicious popping boba at home with this simple recipe. Perfect for adding a fun burst of flavor to your favorite drinks and desserts!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Solidification Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Drink
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Boba
  • 2 tbsp Agar-Agar Powder Can use gelatin for non-vegan alternatives.
  • 1 cup Fruit Juice Fresh juice enhances flavor.
  • ½ cup Sugar Adjust based on juice sweetness or use honey.
  • 1 cup Water Filtered water is best.
For the Ice Bath
  • 1 bowl Ice Bath Ensure the water is ice-cold.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Dropper or Syringe
  • Ice Bath Container

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of your chosen fruit juice with ½ cup sugar until the sugar completely dissolves.
  2. Mix 2 tablespoons of agar-agar powder with 1 cup of water. Bring the mixture to a boil while stirring until it's slightly thickened.
  3. Slowly pour your agar-agar mixture into the fruit juice, whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
  4. Using a dropper or syringe, drop the mixture into an ice-cold water bath.
  5. Allow the beads to sit in the ice bath for at least 10 minutes until they solidify.

Notes

These homemade popping boba are best served fresh in cold beverages like iced tea, lemonade, or even cocktails. Store any leftovers in their ice bath liquid in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.