Sugar-Free Southern Sweet Tea

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Sugar-Free Southern Sweet Tea, plated and ready to serve

Sweet tea is practically a birthright across the South, and this version keeps the same strong, refreshing character using a quick sugar-free simple syrup in place of the traditional cup of sugar.

What You’ll Need

Sugar-Free Southern Sweet Tea

Strongly brewed black tea sweetened with a sugar-free syrup, served over ice the classic Southern way.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 5kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 cups water divided
  • 4 black tea bags
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar substitute
  • Ice, for serving
  • Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions

  • Bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat and add tea bags, steeping 5 minutes.
  • Remove tea bags and stir in sugar substitute until dissolved.
  • Pour tea concentrate into a pitcher and add remaining 3 cups of cold water.
  • Chill and serve over ice with lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 5kcal
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Health Benefits

  • A sugar-free version of a Southern classic that keeps hydration and refreshment without added sugar.
  • Black tea contains antioxidants known as flavonoids.
  • A simple, zero-effort recipe that easily doubles for a crowd.
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