Dubai Chocolate Matcha Boba Latte
This Dubai chocolate matcha boba latte winter bubble tea is rich, warm, and a little bit of a treat.
It was inspired by the trend of chocolate flavors in Dubai and the pistachio-chocolate matcha moment at Starbucks.
Imagine matcha with cream.
Dark chocolate.
Pistachio with nuts.
Boba that is chewy.
This Dubai chocolate matcha boba latte tastes like it costs a lot.
But it’s simple to make at home.
It’s the perfect cozy bubble tea recipe when you want something warm but still unique.
This is a dessert-style matcha drink. If you’re looking for a lighter, everyday version, start with my Ultimate Matcha Bubble Tea Recipe.
Why You’ll Love This Dubai Chocolate Matcha Boba
This Dubai Chocolate Matcha Boba is so good.
- Warm and rich for cold weather
- Inspired by a popular Starbucks flavour trend
- Sweet without being overpowering
- Works hot or cold
- Easy to adjust to low sugar.
This one is perfect if you love chocolate and matcha together.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the boba
- Tapioca pearls
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar or honey
For the matcha latte
- 2 teaspoons matcha powder
- 60 ml hot water (not boiling)
- 250 ml milk (dairy or oat work best)
For the pistachio chocolate sauce
- 2 tablespoons pistachio cream or pistachio butter
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 to 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
- 1 to 3 tablespoons milk, to thin
Chocolate layer
- 1 to 2 tablespoons melted dark chocolate or chocolate sauce
Optional crunchy topping
- Crushed cornflakes or toasted shredded phyllo
- Small knob of butter
- Pinch of salt
How to Make Dubai Chocolate Matcha Boba
Step 1: Make the Pistachio Chocolate Sauce
It adds the signature pistachio flavour.
Step 2: Prepare the Glass
Finish with pistachio sauce on top.
Step 3: Finish the Drink
The finished Dubai chocolate matcha boba latte.
Dubai Chocolate Matcha Boba Recipe
Dubai Chocolate Matcha Boba Latte
A Starbucks-inspired winter bubble tea with chewy boba, creamy matcha, chocolate drizzle, and a pistachio–tahini sauce. Hot or iced.
Ingredients
For the boba
- 1/4 cup dry quick-cook tapioca pearls (or 1 serving)
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar or honey
New For the matcha latte
- 2 teaspoons matcha powder
- 60 ml hot water (not boiling)
- 250 ml milk (dairy or oat)
New Pistachio chocolate sauce
- 2 tablespoons pistachio butter or pistachio cream
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of salt
- 1 to 3 tablespoons milk, to thin
Chocolate layer Group
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chocolate sauce or melted dark chocolate
Optional crunchy topping Group
- 1/4 cup crushed cornflakes or shredded phyllo
- 1 teaspoon butter
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cook the boba.
Cook tapioca pearls according to the packet. Rinse briefly. Soak in brown sugar or honey for 5 minutes. - Make the pistachio sauce.
Mix pistachio butter, tahini, honey or maple syrup, and salt. Add milk slowly until it turns into a thick drizzle. - Whisk the matcha.
Whisk matcha with hot water until smooth and foamy. - Optional crunch.
Toast cornflakes or shredded phyllo in butter on low heat until golden. Add a pinch of salt. - Assemble (iced).
Drizzle chocolate inside the cup. Add boba. Add ice. Pour in milk, then matcha. Finish with pistachio sauce and crunch. - Assemble (hot).
Skip ice. Warm the milk first, then add matcha. Drizzle chocolate in the mug, add boba, pour in the latte, and finish with pistachio sauce.
Notes
- Hot winter version: Warm milk, no ice.
- Sweetness tip: Start light. 25% sweetness is usually enough.
- No tahini: Use almond butter.
- No pistachio butter: Use hazelnut spread for a chocolate-nut twist.
- No tapioca: Crystal boba works great.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1024Total Fat: 36gSaturated Fat: 12gUnsaturated Fat: 24gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 463mgCarbohydrates: 154gFiber: 7gSugar: 50gProtein: 29g
Nutrition information is an estimate only. Values will vary based on brands, add-ins, and portion sizes.
Recommended: Hot Winter Version
Skip the ice.
Gently heat the milk.
Whisk in the matcha, then assemble the drink.
This version is warm and cozy, which is perfect for the colder months.
Sugar Level Tips
- Start with a light sweetness.
- Pistachio and chocolate already add richness
- 25% sweetness is usually enough
- You can always add more later
Ingredient Swaps That Work
- No tahini? Use almond butter.
- No pistachio butter? Add hazelnut spread to the chocolate for a nutty twist.
- Want fewer calories? Use unsweetened almond milk or skim milk.
- No tapioca pearls? Crystal boba is great too.
Why This Recipe Works
This drink balances matcha’s bitterness with the fat in milk and nuts.
Chocolate adds depth.
Pistachios make it feel fancy.
Boba keeps it fun.
It’s satisfying, but not heavy.
It’s exactly what winter bubble tea should taste like.
Looking for more bubble tea recipes? Here are a few ideas:
Sparkling Jasmine Boba Mocktail.
Gingerbread Brown Sugar Milk Tea
Final Sip
This Dubai chocolate matcha boba latte tastes like a café treat.
But you made it yourself.
That’s the best kind of energy.
Sip smarter. 🧋
