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Lemon Vanilla Black Iced Tea: Refreshing Recipe You’ll Love!

A refreshing and flavorful iced tea made with black tea, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, perfect for hot days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups water
  • 4 black tea bags
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon slices and fresh mint for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  2. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the black tea bags. Let steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
  3. Remove the tea bags and stir in the granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
  4. Add the fresh lemon juice and vanilla extract to the sweetened tea, stirring well to combine.
  5. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
  6. Serve over ice cubes in tall glasses, garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • For a refreshing twist, add fresh berries like raspberries or strawberries to the tea before serving.
  • Substitute honey or agave syrup for granulated sugar for a different sweetening option.

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