Fruity Tapioca Jelly Drink

A refreshing, colorful drink with chewy tapioca pearls, fruity jelly, and a sweet, icy base—perfect for summer!

📝 Ingredients

For the Tapioca Pearls

• ½ cup (80g) dried tapioca pearls (boba)

• 4 cups water (for boiling)

• 2 tbsp sugar (optional, for sweetness)

For the Jelly

• 1 packet (3 oz) flavored jelly mix (strawberry, mango, or lychee)

• 1 cup boiling water

• 1 cup cold water

For the Drink Base

• 2 cups fruit juice (passionfruit, peach, or pineapple)

• 1 cup coconut water or sparkling water (optional)

• Ice cubes

• Fresh fruit (diced mango, strawberries, or kiwi)

• Condensed milk or honey (optional, for sweetness)

Optional Add-Ins

• Chia seeds

• Aloe vera cubes

• Fresh mint leaves

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Tapioca Pearls

1. Boil 4 cups water, add tapioca pearls, and simmer for 15-20 mins until soft.

2. Drain, rinse with cold water, and toss with sugar. Set aside.

2. Make the Jelly

1. Dissolve jelly mix in 1 cup boiling water.

2. Add 1 cup cold water, stir, and pour into a dish. Chill 2+ hours, then dice into cubes.

3. Assemble the Drink

1. In a glass, layer:

   • Tapioca pearls

   • Jelly cubes

   • Fresh fruit

   • Ice

2. Pour fruit juice + coconut water over the top.

3. Drizzle with condensed milk or honey if desired.

4. Serve & Enjoy!

• Stir well before drinking. Add a fun straw for the full bubble tea experience!

💡 Pro Tips

✔ Quick tapioca hack: Use quick-cooking boba (ready in 5 mins!).
✔ Vegan? Skip condensed milk—use agave syrup or coconut milk.
✔ Extra fun: Use layered jellies (different flavors/colors).

🌈 Variations

• Tropical Version: Use mango juice + coconut jelly + lychee bits.

• Citrusy Twist: Try orange juice + lime jelly + chia seeds.

• Creamy Style: Blend with ice + milk for a smoothie version.

Cool, chewy, and bursting with flavor!