Ingredients
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½ cup small pearl tapioca
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3 cups whole milk (or 2% works too)
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½ cup sugar
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2 large eggs
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Instructions
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Soak Tapioca
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Place tapioca pearls in water and soak for about 30 minutes. Drain.
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Cook Base
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In a medium saucepan, combine tapioca, milk, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the mixture begins to thicken and pearls become translucent (about 15 minutes).
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Add Eggs
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In a small bowl, beat eggs. Slowly whisk in a bit of the hot tapioca mixture to temper the eggs (so they don’t scramble).
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Then, return egg mixture back into the saucepan and stir well.
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Sweeten
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Add sugar and continue cooking on low heat for another 5 minutes, stirring constantly until thick and creamy.
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Finish
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
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Serve
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Spoon into bowls or glasses. Serve warm for cozy comfort or chilled for a refreshing treat.
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Tips & Variations 🌟
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Extra Creamy: Swap half of the milk with heavy cream or coconut milk.
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Flavored Twist: Add a cinnamon stick or lemon zest while cooking.
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Topping Ideas: Serve with fresh berries, caramel drizzle, or toasted coconut.
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