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Taro Boba Calories
Sweetened taro-flavored milk tea with tapioca pearls; high in carbohydrates and sugar.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Taro Boba (500 g) has 550 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 110 g of carbs, 7.5 g of protein, 10 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 31% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Taro Boba Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 500 g
550
KCAL / 500G
Carbs
110g
· 40% DV
Protein
7.5g
· 15% DV
Fat
10g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 5% · Fat 16%
Taro Boba nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (500 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 550 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 6 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.25 g | |
| Sodium | 175 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 110 g | 40% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Taro Boba?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 500 g | 550 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 30 g | 33 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 350 g | 385 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 400 g | 440 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 450 g | 495 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 700 g | 770 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 700 g | 770 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 900 g | 990 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Taro Boba
What is Taro Boba?
Taro Boba is a sweet milk tea drink flavored with taro and served with chewy tapioca pearls. It is commonly served cold, though recipes vary and some versions use taro powder or flavoring rather than fresh taro.
What does Taro Boba taste like?
Taro Boba tastes creamy and sweet, often with mild nutty or vanilla-like notes. The tapioca pearls add a chewy texture rather than much flavor, while the strength of the taro taste varies between shops and recipes.
Does Taro Boba have caffeine?
Taro Boba contains caffeine when it is made with a caffeinated tea base, such as black tea. Versions made without tea can be caffeine-free, so ask how the drink is prepared if you are avoiding caffeine, especially later in the day.
What is Taro Boba made of?
Taro Boba typically combines milk, taro flavoring or taro, a sweetener, and tapioca pearls; some recipes also include brewed tea. Ingredients vary by shop, and taro powder is common in drinks that are quick to prepare.
Does Taro Boba contain real taro?
Not always. Some Taro Boba is made with cooked taro or taro puree, while many versions get their flavor and color from taro powder or flavoring. Ask the shop about its recipe if you specifically want real taro.
Is Taro Boba the same as ube boba?
No. Taro Boba is flavored with taro, while ube boba uses ube, a purple yam popular in Filipino cooking. Both can look purple and taste sweet, but they come from different plants and have distinct flavors.
How do you make Taro Boba at home?
You can make Taro Boba by cooking tapioca pearls, then mixing milk with taro puree or taro powder and sweetener; add brewed tea if you want a tea base. Serve soon after combining, while the pearls are still soft and chewy.
Can you make Taro Boba less sweet?
Yes, ask for less sugar or omit added syrup when ordering Taro Boba. Sweetness may also come from the taro mix itself, so reducing the sweetener can make it less sugary without removing all of the drink’s sweetness.
What are the chewy balls in Taro Boba?
The chewy balls in Taro Boba are usually tapioca pearls made from cassava starch. They are cooked until soft and springy, then added to the drink; they are not taro pieces and mainly contribute texture.
How long does Taro Boba last in the fridge?
Taro Boba is best consumed fresh, because its tapioca pearls lose their soft, chewy texture as they sit. If you have leftovers, cover and refrigerate them, but expect the pearls to harden or clump rather than taste like a newly made drink.
Taro Boba Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.75µg · 31% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Vitamin A
90µg · 10% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Iodine
40µg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
175mg · 25% DV
Calcium
225mg · 23% DV
Manganese
0.4mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
325mg · 10% DV
Sodium
175mg · 8% DV
Taro Boba Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Taro Boba
To burn the 550 calories in 1 cup (medium) (500 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Taro Boba?
Taro Boba is a bubble tea made with milk tea flavoured with taro, a starchy root, and chewy tapioca pearls. Bubble tea originated in Taiwan, where it is commonly enjoyed cold from a cup with a wide straw. The taro flavour is gently earthy and often vanilla-like, while the drink is creamy and the pearls add a soft, springy chew. Elsewhere, including in cafés across the UK and North America, it is usually treated as a sweet drink or an occasional snack.
It is rich in carbohydrates and sugar, with relatively little protein or fibre. For a less-sweet cup, ask for reduced syrup or choose a smaller size.
How Nutritious Is Taro Boba?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Taro Boba Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Taro Boba Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Taro Boba Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Taro Boba Fat Profile
SATURATED
6g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 21.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (21.7:1).
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