Mango Smoothie Boba

View on a tall glass of tropical mango smoothi boba.

5 from 1 vote

This tropical mango boba smoothie is such a treat, you will love it! It includes fresh or frozen mangoes, frozen bananas (or ice cubes), coconut cream (or other plant milk) and the star of this delicious drink, chewy tapioca balls. It is so versatile and easy to make at home.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Breakfast, Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: boba, bubble tea, milk tea, smoothie

Servings:

Calories: 404kcal

Author: Jessica Laroche

Equipment

Blender

Ingredients

2 cups mango I used 2 Ataulfo mangoes, you can also use frozen mangoes
5.4 oz coconut cream coconut milk or regular plant-based milk works too
1 frozen banana or use ½ cup ice cubes
¼ cup tapioca pearls I used quick-cooking black tapioca balls

Instructions

Bring a small pot of water to a boil, then add the tapioca balls. Simmer for 5-7 minutes or until chewy to your taste, then turn off the heat. Let them sit for another 3 minutes in the hot water, then drain (I like to use a slotted spoon).
Transfer the balls to a small bowl and add a little maple syrup or brown sugar (optional).
While the tapioca balls are simmering, then make the smoothie. Add the mango, coconut cream (or regular non-dairy milk) and frozen banana. Blend on high until smooth. You might need to add a little extra liquid if you use frozen mango.
To serve, divide the tapioca balls in between 2 serving glasses, then top it off with the mango smoothie. You can garnish with more chopped mango and some shredded coconut. Serve with a wide boba tea straw. Enjoy!

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Notes

You can use both fresh or frozen mango for this recipe. If using fresh, then the smoothie will be less frosty and more creamy/juicy. If using frozen, then you might have to add more liquid to compensate for the thicker consistency.
I found black tapioca pearls at my local Asian grocery store. You can also easily find boba pearls online.
This is a fun recipe to customize to your preference! You can do a mix-and-match with other fruits (try strawberries or peaches), add some lime juice or frozen passion fruit and use coconut water or orange juice instead of the coconut cream. Check out the blog post for more ideas!
Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

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