Sugar-Free Classic Sweet Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with this Sugar-Free Classic Sweet Iced Tea, a refreshing twist on a timeless favorite that's perfect for guilt-free sipping. Crafted with robust black tea, a touch of baking soda to smooth out any bitterness, and your choice of sugar-free sweetener, this beverage delivers all the sweetness you crave without the added sugar. Quick and easy to prepare, it requires just 20 minutes of combined prep and cook time before chilling to perfection. Serve it over ice and elevate it with optional fresh lemon slices and mint leaves for a vibrant, aromatic finish. Whether for picnics, barbecues, or everyday enjoyment, this keto-friendly iced tea ensures you stay cool and refreshed while skipping the sugar.
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Ingredients
- 8 cups water
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 0.125 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 cup sugar-free sweetener (e.g., stevia, erythritol)
- 1 piece lemon, sliced (optional)
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional)
- 2 cups ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
Boil 4 cups of water in a medium-sized pot.
Step 2
Once the water reaches a boil, remove the pot from the heat and add the black tea bags. Let them steep for 10 minutes.
Step 3
After 10 minutes, remove the tea bags and gently squeeze them to release any remaining tea. Discard the tea bags.
Step 4
Stir in the baking soda to the steeped tea. This helps round out any bitterness from the tea.
Step 5
Add the sugar-free sweetener to the tea and stir until completely dissolved.
Step 6
Pour the remaining 4 cups of cold water into a large pitcher and add the sweetened tea mixture.
Step 7
Chill the pitcher in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours, or until it's thoroughly cooled.
Step 8
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over them.
Step 9
Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves if desired, for an extra refreshing taste.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2544.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5.6 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 215.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 2.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.4g | |
| Protein 0.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 125.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 31.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories