Delicious Quick Easy Southern Sweet Tea Recipe

This recipe delivers the perfect glass of Southern sweet tea – a refreshing, subtly sweet beverage that's sure to impress! Made in just 5 minutes, this easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for barbecues, family gatherings, or simply enjoying a sweet treat on a hot day. Get ready for compliments galore!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 145.1 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Delicious Quick Easy Southern Sweet Tea

Family Size Tea Bags
1 cup granulated sugar (or to taste)
Hot Water
Cold Water

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How to Make Delicious Quick Easy Southern Sweet Tea

In a large gallon pitcher, combine the water and sugar. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Add the tea bags to the pitcher.
Allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes. The longer you steep, the stronger the tea will be.
Remove the tea bags and stir gently.
Add the lemon juice (optional) and stir again.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the tea to chill and the flavors to meld before serving. Add ice and enjoy!
For a sweeter tea, add more sugar to taste. For a less sweet tea, reduce the amount of sugar.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

149g

Fat

Carbs

12g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Delicious Quick Easy Southern Sweet Tea?

Delicious Quick Easy Southern Sweet Tea takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Delicious Quick Easy Southern Sweet Tea?

Delicious Quick Easy Southern Sweet Tea has approximately 145.1 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Delicious Quick Easy Southern Sweet Tea?

The key ingredients for Delicious Quick Easy Southern Sweet Tea are Family Size Tea Bags, Sugar, Hot Water, Cold Water. See the full list with measurements above.