Vanilla Matcha Boba Parfait

Tammy Smith

This layered parfait combines vanilla cream, matcha-flavored yogurt or pudding, and chewy cooked tapioca pearls built up in a glass for a dessert that's as much about contrasting textures as it is about flavor. Assembly takes about 30 minutes once the tapioca pearls are cooked and the components are chilled.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 15

Total Time 45

Course Dessert

Cuisine Fusion / Other

Servings parfaits

Calories 685 kcal

Equipment

Small saucepan
Medium mixing bowl
Whisk
Parfait Glasses
Small strainer

Ingredients

For the Tapioca Pearls:

1 cup tapioca pearls preferably black pearls for an authentic boba experience
8 cups water divided for boiling

For the Matcha Cream:

1.5 cups heavy cream preferably organic
1 tablespoon matcha powder premium quality for vibrant color and taste

For the Vanilla Custard:

1.5 cups milk whole milk for creaminess
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla extract for intense flavor

For the Toppings:

4 tablespoons crushed graham crackers
4 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

Cook the Tapioca Pearls: Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the tapioca pearls and stir gently. Cook for 15 minutes until they turn translucent, stirring occasionally. Drain and rinse under cold water.
Make the Matcha Cream: In a medium bowl, whisk together heavy cream and matcha powder until well combined and slightly thickened. Set aside in the refrigerator until assembly.
Prepare Vanilla Custard: In a saucepan, mix the milk, sugar, and cornstarch. Heat over medium, stirring consistently until thickened, about 5-10 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow to cool.
Assemble the Parfaits: Layer the drained tapioca, matcha cream, and vanilla custard into parfait glasses. Top with crushed graham crackers and a drizzle of sweetened condensed milk for an extra touch.

Notes

For a burst of flavor, add a thin layer of fresh mango puree as an extra layer within the parfait.
Substitute coconut milk for a delightful vegan option.

Nutrition

Calories: 685kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 10gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 206mgPotassium: 328mgFiber: 1gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 1701IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 262mgIron: 2mg

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