Come in and savor my delightful Peach Cream Cheese Tea, a refreshing blend of fresh brewed peach green tea layered with homemade cream cheese foam, reminiscent of the beloved peach boba tea flavors found in your favorite boba shops! Making it at home is not only easy and cost-effective but also guarantees a taste that’s both delicious and rejuvenating. Get ready to enjoy every sip of this creamy and peachy beverage, perfect for any time of the day!
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Why I Love This Recipe
If you’re like me and crave the refreshing taste of boba drinks, you’ll love this Peach Cream Cheese Tea! Similar to my Cream Cheese Foam Strawberry Smoothie, it features a fruit-based tea topped with my signature homemade cream cheese foam, creating a uniquely delicious beverage. What sets my recipe apart is the use of my tried-and-true Cheese Foam Cap from my Cream Cheese Foam Green Tea and Cream Cheese Foam Coffee recipes!
Simply brew the tea and top it with the creamy foam for a sweet, creamy, and cheesy drink with a refreshing hint of peach and earthy green tea. It’s perfect for anyone seeking to recreate the boba shop experience at home, and with just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy it anytime. Don’t wait—give it a try now and indulge in the satisfying flavors of this delightful drink!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Peach Green Tea – Peach flavored green tea bags. Can be found in most supermarkets. We recommend Tazo brand.
- Sweetener – use your preferred sweetener.
- Cream Cheese – block cream cheese (room temperature).
- Whipping Cream – heavy cream or heavy whipping cream both work for this recipe.
- Half and Half – half cream and half milk are sold in supermarkets. You can substitute with whole milk.
Additional Add Ins
Enhance your tea experience by adding some Boba to your drink. Easily found at most Chinese grocery stores, these ready-made boba pearls can be boiled in water and added to the bottom of your cup.
Essential Kitchen Equipment
Directions
☑ Before Getting Started
Ensure your Cream Cheese is at Room Temperature before mixing to achieve a smooth and creamy foam texture.
Step 1 Use a hand mixer to whisk together cream cheese, whipping cream, and half and half until the mixture achieves a smooth, creamy, and airy consistency with medium peaks forming.
🌀 Mixing Pro Tip
The cheese foam is ready once you lift the mixer and notice Peaks Formed in the Mixture. This visual cue indicates the perfect consistency for achieving a smooth and creamy foam texture.
Step 2 Brewing a cup of peach green tea. Add ice and your preferred sweetener to the tea if desired.
Step 3 Slowly pour the creamy cheese foam on top of the cooled tea, creating a layering effect.
🥤 Serving Pro Tip
Sip the smoothie and savor the foam Without Mixing them together. By doing so, you’ll fully appreciate the delightful layers of flavor in every sip.
🧂 Garnishing Pro Tip
To enhance the flavor profile, add a Sprinkle of Sea Salt to the dish for a contrast that elevates its taste.
Recipe Variations
Elevate your tea experience by adding matcha to the cream cheese mixture and serving it on top of your favorite tea to create a Matcha Cream Cheese Foam Milk Tea. Or you can stick with a classic and use Homemade Milk Tea to make my Cheese Foam Milk Tea. This variation offers a unique blend of creamy and earthy flavors that perfectly complement the subtle sweetness of the tea.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I ensure that the cream cheese foam stays fluffy on top of the tea?
The density of the cream cheese foam will naturally keep it at the surface of the drink. Simply spoon it gently onto the tea, and it will maintain its fluffy texture on top.
Can I use a different type of tea instead of peach green tea for this recipe?
Yes, you can definitely use a different type of tea instead of peach green tea for this recipe. Other teas that would pair well include passion fruit, orange, strawberry, mango, and Thai tea. Feel free to experiment with different flavors to find your favorite combination!
Can I make the cream cheese foam ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator?
Yes, you can absolutely make the cream cheese foam ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. It's perfect for making in batches and can be stored in an airtight container. It will last for 5-7 days, allowing you to enjoy your Peach Cream Cheese Tea whenever you want!
Storage Tips
Enjoy the base drink immediately after preparation for optimal taste. However, if you have leftover cream cheese foam, you can store it in an airtight container and refrigerate. Doing so will help maintain its quality for 5-7 days.
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Watch How To Make It
Peach Cream Cheese Tea
Ingredients
Tea
- 1 Bag Tazo Organic Peachy Green Tea or peach tea of choice
- 10 oz Hot Water
- 1 Cup Ice
- 1 tbsp Sweetener your preferred sweetener
Cream Cheese Topping
- 3 oz Cream Cheese room temperature
- 3 tbsp Sweetener your preferred sweetener
- 1/2 Cup Whipping Cream
- 1/4 Cup Half and Half
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine sweetener and cream cheese. Beat on high until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes with a hand mixer. Then, add half and half and heavy whipping cream to the mixing bowl and beat until thick, frothy,but still slightly runny, also about 2 minutes with a hand mixer.
- Steep Tazo peachy green tea bag in 10 oz of hot water for 5 minutes. After steeping, add in 1 tbsp sweetener, ice and mix well.
- Spoon cream cheese mixture on top of peach tea. Note - when drinking, don't mix. Drink with foam on top.
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