How To Make Your Strawberry Milk Bubble Tea Recipe Look Like A Million Bucks

The Joy of Homemade Strawberry Milk Bubble Tea!

If you’ve been looking for a homemade strawberry bubble tea recipe that tastes just as good (if not better) than your favorite boba shop, you’re in for a treat.

This Strawberry Milk Bubble Tea combines sweet strawberry purée, creamy vanilla oat milk, and chewy tapioca pearls for a drink that’s just as fun to sip as it is to make. Plus, it’s naturally dairy-free, vegan-friendly, and customizable to suit your taste.

Whether you’re a seasoned boba lover or trying it for the first time, this DIY version is fun, customizable, and a total crowd-pleaser.

If you’ve ever wandered into a bubble tea shop, you know the irresistible charm of a tall cup filled with pastel-pink strawberry milk, chewy tapioca pearls, and a cloud of ice-cold creaminess.

But here’s the best part, you don’t have to go out (or spend $6 a cup) to get it.

Imagine a tall glass layered with juicy strawberries at the bottom, glossy pearls that bounce when you stir, and a silky pink strawberry milk topping it off. It’s the kind of drink that makes you feel instantly happy, like summer in a cup.

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Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Milk Bubble Tea

• Fresh & Fruity – Made with real strawberries for natural sweetness and flavor.
• Fun & Customizable – Adjust the sweetness, creaminess, and toppings however you like.
• Plant-Based & Dairy-Free – Perfect for vegan bubble tea lovers.
• Better than Takeout – No artificial syrups, no mystery ingredients, just real, wholesome flavor.

If you love fruity tea drinks, you should also check out my Creamy Mango Lemonade for another refreshing, tropical twist.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Strawberry Purée

• 1½ cups (225g) frozen strawberries
• 1 Tbsp (13g) granulated sugar

For the Tapioca Pearls

• ½ cup (75g) quick-cooking tapioca pearls
• 2 Tbsp (30ml) agave syrup (or maple syrup)

For the Vanilla Cream Milk

• ⅔ cup (160ml) unsweetened oat milk (or any unsweetened plant-based milk)
• 2 Tbsp (30ml) vegan whipping cream (optional for extra creaminess)
• 1 tsp (5ml) pure vanilla extract

To Serve

• 2 cups (220g) ice cubes
• Fresh strawberries for garnish (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Components shot: strawberries, sugar, tapioca pearls, milk, agave syrup, vanilla.
2. Preparation step 1: cooking and mashing strawberries.
3. Preparation step 2: adding cooked tapioca pearls to a glass.
4. Final served drink: tall glass, layered pink milk, pearls at the bottom, fresh strawberry garnish.

1. Make the Strawberry Purée

In a medium saucepan, add frozen strawberries and sugar. Cook over medium heat until the berries soften and release their juices. Mash lightly with the back of a spoon, then remove from heat.

Using an immersion or standing blender, blend until smooth. Set aside to cool.

2. Cook the Tapioca Pearls

Follow your package instructions for quick-cooking pearls, it usually takes about 5 minutes. Drain, rinse under cold water, then stir in agave syrup to keep them from sticking.

3. Prepare the Vanilla Cream Milk

In a pitcher, mix oat milk, vegan whipping cream (if using), and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.

4. Assemble Your Strawberry Milk Bubble Tea

• Divide tapioca pearls between two tall glasses.
• Add a generous spoonful of strawberry purée over the pearls.
• Top with ice cubes.
• Slowly pour in vanilla cream milk for that layered effect.
• Garnish with fresh strawberries if desired.

Pro Tips for the Best Strawberry Milk Bubble Tea

• Use frozen strawberries for a naturally sweet, vibrant purée year-round.
• Sweetness control: Adjust sugar and syrup amounts to match your preference.
• Serve fresh: Tapioca pearls taste best within 4–6 hours after cooking.
• Layering trick: Pour milk slowly over ice for perfect café-style layers.

Choosing the Right Milk

This recipe works beautifully with any unsweetened plant-based milk:

• Oat milk – smooth, slightly sweet, and blends well with strawberries.
• Almond milk – light, nutty flavor.
• Soy milk – richer body and higher protein.
• Coconut milk – adds a tropical twist.

Health Benefits

While bubble tea is a treat, making it at home means you control the sugar and ingredients. Strawberries add vitamin C and antioxidants, while plant-based milk keeps it dairy-free.

Tapioca pearls don’t add much nutrition, but they bring the signature chewy texture that makes bubble tea so fun.

More Refreshing Tea Recipes

Try our Matcha Bubble Tea for a green tea twist.

• Beat the heat with Creamy Mango Lemonade.
• Refresh yourself with Iced Mint Green Tea.
• Or sip on Homemade Blueberry Iced Tea.

Other recipes:

• Pineapple Skin Tea Recipe
• Mocktail tips and entertaining ideas

If you love this recipe, here are a few others to try:

• Strawberry Milk Bubble Tea – citrusy and creamy
• Chocolate Bubble Milk Tea Boba – crowd-pleasing fall beverage
• Caramel Milk Tea – an adult upgrade of this recipe
• Earl Grey Boba Tea – rich and unique

FAQ – Strawberry Milk Bubble Tea

Conclusion

Making your own Strawberry Milk Bubble Tea at home isn’t just about saving a trip to the café, it’s about crafting a drink that’s perfectly you.

From the sweetness of the strawberries to the creaminess of the vanilla oat milk and the satisfying chew of the pearls, every sip is a little celebration.

Whether you’re sharing it with friends or enjoying it on a cozy afternoon, this recipe brings a splash of color, comfort, and fun to your day.

So grab your wide straw, give it a stir, and savor that first sweet, creamy sip, your homemade boba adventure starts here.