Oh So Easy Sweet Tea Recipe

Quench your thirst with this ridiculously easy sweet tea recipe! Skip the boiling water and tedious steeping – this Southern classic is ready in minutes. Perfect for hot summer days, backyard barbecues, or any time you crave that refreshing, subtly sweet taste of the South. Learn how to make the best sweet tea with this simple, no-fuss method.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 6 mins
Calories 129 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Oh So Easy Sweet Tea

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How to Make Oh So Easy Sweet Tea

  1. In a large pitcher, combine cold water, tea bags, and sugar.
  2. Stir until sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Add lemon juice (if using).
  4. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the tea to chill and the flavors to meld.
  5. Remove tea bags before serving. Add more sugar to taste if needed.
  6. Serve over ice and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

133g

Fat

0g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Oh So Easy Sweet Tea?

Oh So Easy Sweet Tea takes about 11 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 6 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Oh So Easy Sweet Tea?

Oh So Easy Sweet Tea has approximately 129 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Oh So Easy Sweet Tea?

The key ingredients for Oh So Easy Sweet Tea are Water, Family Size Tea Bags, Sugar, Baking Soda. See the full list with measurements above.

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