Description
Cozy Creamy Red Bean & Black Sesame Milk Tea Bliss is a comforting and unique Asian Fusion beverage that combines the natural sweetness and texture of cooked sweet red beans with nutty black sesame paste and robust black tea. Enhanced with creamy milk and optional chewy tapioca pearls, this warm milk tea offers a perfectly balanced, creamy, and flavorful drink ideal for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons cooked sweet red beans (adzuki)
- 1 tablespoon black sesame paste
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon hot water
- 1 cup black tea (brewed strong, from 1 tablespoon black tea leaves or tea bags)
- 1 teaspoon honey or sweetener of choice
- 1/2 cup whole milk or plant-based milk
- Optional: tapioca pearls or chewy boba (prepared according to package instructions)
Instructions
- Brew Black Tea: Begin by brewing a strong cup of black tea using your preferred method. Use about 1 cup of water and 1 tablespoon of black tea leaves or tea bags, steeping for 4-5 minutes to ensure rich flavor.
- Prepare Tapioca Pearls (Optional): While the tea is brewing, prepare tapioca pearls or chewy boba if using, following package instructions to achieve the desired chewy texture.
- Make Red Bean and Black Sesame Paste: In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of cooked sweet red beans with 1 tablespoon of black sesame paste and a pinch of salt. Add 1 tablespoon of hot water and mix well to create a smooth, creamy paste.
- Sweeten the Tea: Once your tea is brewed, strain it into a container and stir in 1 teaspoon of honey or your chosen sweetener while the tea is still hot, ensuring it dissolves evenly.
- Assemble the Drink: In a serving cup, add 2-3 tablespoons of the prepared red bean and black sesame paste. If using, spoon a few portions of tapioca pearls at the bottom of the cup first. Pour the hot, sweetened black tea over the paste (and pearls), then add 1/2 cup of milk. Stir gently to combine all the flavors thoroughly.
- Serve: Serve immediately to enjoy the warm, creamy, and uniquely nutty milk tea experience. For an iced version, chill the brewed tea before mixing, then serve over ice.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute whole milk with coconut or oat milk and honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Adjust the sweetness level to your personal preference by varying the amount of honey or sweetener.
- For an even smoother consistency, blend the red bean and black sesame paste with a little milk before combining with the tea.
- The tapioca pearls are optional but add a delightful chewy texture enhancing the drink’s experience.
- You can prepare the tea and red bean mixture in advance and assemble just before serving to save time.
