Icy Sweet Iced Tea Recipe

Escape the heat with this perfectly balanced Icy Sweet Iced Tea! This family-favorite recipe gets the sweet-to-tea ratio just right, creating a refreshingly delicious iced tea that everyone will crave. Made with simple ingredients and a touch of personal magic, it's the ultimate summer cooler.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 838.8 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Icy Sweet Iced Tea

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How to Make Icy Sweet Iced Tea

  1. Combine 4 black tea bags with 8 cups of freshly boiled water in a large pitcher.
  2. Steep the tea bags for 5-7 minutes, then remove them.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar (or to taste) until completely dissolved.
  4. Add 1 cup of lemon juice for a zesty twist.
  5. Pour in 4 cups of cold water to cool the tea.
  6. Add 2 cups of ice cubes.
  7. Stir gently and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Serve over ice and garnish with lemon wedges or mint sprigs (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

799g

Fat

0g

Carbs

78g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For 1 Or 2 5 Ingredients Or Less Beverages Fruit American Easy Summer Vegetarian Dietary Seasonal Number Of Servings

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Icy Sweet Iced Tea?

Icy Sweet Iced Tea takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Icy Sweet Iced Tea?

Icy Sweet Iced Tea has approximately 838.8 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 78 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Icy Sweet Iced Tea?

The key ingredients for Icy Sweet Iced Tea are Lemons, Tea Bags, Sugar, Cold Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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