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Cheese Foam Tea Recipe
Sally Mckenney

Cheese Foam Tea Recipe

Learn how to make rich and creamy Cheese Foam Tea at home with brewed black tea, chewy tapioca pearls, and a salty-sweet whipped cheese topping. Perfect for bubble tea lovers!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverage, Dessert Drink
Cuisine: Taiwanese-Inspired
Calories: 280
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea:

  • 6 tbsp loose leaf black tea (or 12 g)
  • 7-8 cups water
  • Raw sugar to taste (coarsely ground)
For the Cheese Foam:

  • 1 tsb kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp full-fat cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp whole milk (approx. 90 ml)
  • 8 oz heavy cream (1 cup)
For the Tapioca Pearls:
  • 200 g raw sugar (1 cup, coarsely ground)
  • 1 cup dried black tapioca pearls
  • 6–7 cups water

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Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

When preparing Cheese Foam Tea, having the right tools makes the process much smoother:
  • Large Saucepan: For brewing tea and cooking tapioca pearls.
  • Fine Mesh Strainer: To strain brewed tea leaves cleanly.
  • Electric or Hand Mixer: Essential for whipping the cheese foam to the right consistency.
  • Mixing Bowls: Separate bowls for whipping cream, dissolving sugar, and mixing cheese foam.
  • Pitcher or Jug: To store brewed tea before assembling.
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons: To maintain accuracy in both tea and foam preparation.
  • Tall Serving Glasses: To layer tapioca pearls, tea, and cheese foam for that café-style presentation.
With these tools and ingredients in hand, you're ready to move on to the preparation steps!