Iced Vanilla Tea
Quench your thirst with the refreshing and aromatic Iced Vanilla Tea—a delightful twist on classic iced tea that’s perfect for warm weather or any time you crave something cool and satisfying. This easy-to-make recipe combines robust black tea with a hint of natural vanilla extract for a subtly sweet, fragrant flavor. A touch of granulated sugar enhances the tea’s taste, while fresh mint leaves (optional, but highly recommended!) make for a stunning garnish your guests will admire. Ready in just 15 minutes, this iced tea is steeped to perfection, lightly sweetened, and served chilled over ice for ultimate refreshment. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or simply savoring a quiet afternoon, this recipe is bound to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Black tea bags
- 4 cups Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Boil 4 cups of water in a medium-sized pot or tea kettle.
Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from heat and add the black tea bags.
Steep the tea for 5 minutes, or until it reaches your desired strength.
Remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar until fully dissolved.
Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the tea and stir well.
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature. You can speed up this process by transferring it to a heat-safe container and placing it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Once the tea is cool, fill glasses with ice cubes.
Pour the cooled vanilla tea over the ice and stir gently.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
109 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 18 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
