Better Than Mc Donald's Sweet Tea
Quench your thirst with this irresistibly refreshing recipe for *Better Than McDonald's Sweet Tea*. Crafted with just four simple ingredients—black tea bags, granulated sugar, water, and ice—this homemade version takes sweet tea to the next level. The secret lies in steeping the tea to the perfect strength and dissolving the sugar while the tea is still hot, ensuring every sip is smooth and satisfyingly sweet. With minimal prep time and a budget-friendly ingredient list, this sweet tea is the perfect companion for summer picnics, BBQs, or simply lounging on the porch. Serve it over ice for a chilled, crowd-pleasing beverage that lives up to its name. Experience the ultimate southern-style sweet tea that’s easy, delicious, and undeniably “better than McDonald’s”!
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Ingredients
- 4 bags Black tea bags
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 8 cups Water
- 4 cups Ice
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Step 2
Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from heat and place the black tea bags into the saucepan.
Step 3
Allow the tea bags to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired tea strength.
Step 4
While the tea is steeping, pour the granulated sugar into a large heatproof pitcher.
Step 5
Once the steeping time is complete, remove the tea bags, carefully squeezing out any excess liquid back into the saucepan, and discard them.
Step 6
Pour the hot tea directly over the sugar in the pitcher. Stir well until the sugar has completely dissolved.
Step 7
Add the remaining 4 cups of water to the pitcher and stir to combine.
Step 8
Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours or until chilled.
Step 9
To serve, fill glasses with ice and pour the sweet tea over the ice. Stir gently and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2128g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 761.9 |
| Total Fat 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 57.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 200g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 200g | |
| Protein 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 115.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories