Delicious Strawberry Sweet Tea: A Southern Refreshment
Enjoy a refreshing Strawberry Sweet Tea, a delightful Southern favorite with ripe strawberries and classic tea flavors.
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Servings: 8 cups
Calories: 140kcal
Equipment
- medium saucepan
- food processor
- Large pitcher
- Fine mesh strainer
Ingredients
For the Tea Base
- 4-5 bags Family-size Tea Bags Feel free to swap for your favorite black tea bags.
- 6 cups Water Essential for brewing the tea and diluting.
For the Strawberry Mix
- 4 cups Ripe Strawberries Make sure they’re perfectly ripe for the best results.
- 1.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust the amount to match your taste.
For Garnishing
- Frozen or Fresh Strawberries Optional, enhances presentation and flavor.
- Mint Optional, adds a refreshing touch.
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Sweet Tea
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Add 4-5 family-size tea bags into the hot water and steep for approximately 10 minutes.
- While the tea is steeping, grab 4 cups of ripe strawberries and dice them into smaller pieces.
- Place the diced strawberries in a food processor and puree them until smooth.
- In a large pitcher, pour in the brewed tea followed by the freshly strained strawberry juice.
- Add an additional 4 cups of cold water to the pitcher and stir well.
- Place the pitcher in the refrigerator and let the tea chill for at least 2 hours.
- Fill tall glasses with ice and pour the chilled tea over the top, garnishing with fresh strawberries or mint.
Notes
Serve with Strawberry Cupcakes for a complete Southern experience. Monitor sugar levels and chill thoroughly for the best flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin C: 60mg