Microwave Sweet Tea
Experience the ultimate quick fix for Southern-style refreshment with this Microwave Sweet Tea recipe! Perfect for busy days, this easy method uses a microwave to brew your favorite bold black tea in just minutes—no stovetop required. Sweetened to perfection with granulated sugar and balanced with ice-cold water, this iced tea delivers that classic, refreshing flavor you love without the wait. With a total prep and cook time of under 10 minutes, this recipe is ideal for summer afternoons, backyard picnics, or anytime you crave a glass of sweet, chilled comfort. Serve over ice and customize with a lemon wedge or fresh mint for an extra touch of charm!🔆
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Water
- 2 Black tea bags
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Ice
- 1 cup Cold water
Directions
Step 1
Pour 2 cups of water into a microwave-safe glass measuring cup or bowl.
Step 2
Heat the water in the microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, or until it is near boiling.
Step 3
Carefully remove the hot water from the microwave and add the 2 black tea bags.
Step 4
Let the tea bags steep in the hot water for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally for better flavor extraction.
Step 5
Remove the tea bags, squeezing them gently against the side of the container with a spoon to extract more tea.
Step 6
Stir in 1/4 cup of granulated sugar until completely dissolved.
Step 7
Pour the sweetened tea mixture into a larger pitcher.
Step 8
Add 2 cups of ice and 1 cup of cold water to the pitcher. Stir until the ice has melted, diluting the tea to the perfect strength and cooling it down.
Step 9
Serve over ice in glasses. Optionally, garnish with a lemon wedge or fresh mint leaves for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1011 grams (1011.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 191 |
| Total Fat 0.00g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.00g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 23mg | 1% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.00g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.00g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 50.00g | |
| Protein 0.00g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 39mg | 3% |
| Iron 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories