Sweet Iced Tea Recipe

Experience the taste of authentic Texas sweet tea! This recipe reveals the secret to brewing the perfectly refreshing, subtly sweet iced tea Texans crave. Learn how to make a big batch—perfect for sharing with friends and family—or easily adjust the sweetness to your liking. Skip the sugar for a lighter version. Get ready for a taste of the Lone Star State!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 193.5 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Sweet Iced Tea

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How to Make Sweet Iced Tea

  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a small saucepan.
  2. Add 6-8 family-size tea bags (or 12-16 regular tea bags) to the boiling water.
  3. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 10 minutes.
  4. Remove tea bags, gently squeezing to extract remaining liquid.
  5. In a 1-gallon pitcher, pour the steeped tea.
  6. Add 1-1.5 cups granulated sugar (or to taste) or 1-2 cups Splenda (or other sweetener) and stir until completely dissolved.
  7. Fill the pitcher with cold water.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
  9. Serve over ice. Garnish with lemon slices or mint (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

199g

Fat

0g

Carbs

16g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation North American 5 Ingredients Or Less Beverages American Southern United States Southwestern United States Easy Inexpensive

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Iced Tea?

Sweet Iced Tea takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Iced Tea?

Sweet Iced Tea has approximately 193.5 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Iced Tea?

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

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