When I was pregnant with my oldest daughter I had the worst cravings for Chick Fil A Chicken Salad Sandwich I had to start making them at home because it was daily! But when I got it in-store It was always with their Chick Fil A Sweet Tea, hands down! Have I mentioned I am kind of a Chick Fil A junkie? Yeah… I am. This is one of our favorite Chick Fil A Copycat Recipes. Looking for even more copycat recipes we have you covered! Show
I love sweet tea (I mean hello southern girl here!) and Chick Fil A sweet tea is my favorite when I'm out and running around. It's not hard to make but they just get the sugar combination just right every time! Table of Contents
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How to make Copycat Chick Fil A Sweet Tea RecipePut teabags in the bottom of a 2-quart pitcher and pour 4 cups of hot water over them. Let the tea bags steep for 15 minutes. While tea is steeping, start making your simple syrup. Add 3/4 cups of water and 3/4 cups of sugar to the small pot. Stir constantly until sugar is dissolved. Our copycat recipe is quite straightforward and tastes like the real deal. It’s easy to make and can be ready in less than 30 minutes from start to finish. Southern Sweet TeaIf you’re from the south, you’ll likely know the importance of having sweet tea on hand. And this recipe is a good one. We’ve also included a few recipe variations that include different flavorings below. This southern specialty with international roots remains unchangedWhen Chick-fil-A first started offering sweet tea and iced teas on their menu, they knew that they wanted their tea to be proprietary and so delicious but unable to be found anywhere else. And that’s exactly what happened. The Story Behind Chick-fil-A Iced TeaTetley is where the tea originated and its blend has remained unchanged for more than three decades, since its origination. And the smart thing for Chick-fil-A is that it’s only served in their restaurants. Homemade Southern Sweet TeaOur immediate family is not from the south, but I remember my grandma, who was a farmer’s wife, making homemade southern sweet tea quite regularly in the summer. In the summertime she would place her gallon jar of tea and steeping tea bags with water on the south side of the house for a bit so that it would catch the sunlight. She thought that helped to make it the best. Those are wonderfully fond memories. Why Add The Baking Soda?Some sweet tea recipes call for adding a pinch of baking soda. And we recommend doing that if you’re not fond of the bitterness that comes with black tea. The addition of a bit of baking soda takes the bitterness right out of the tea if you soak it for too long or it turns tart after a day. Ingredients Needed: (Full Recipe at the Bottom of the Post)To make our copycat Chick-fil-a sweet tea recipe, you’ll need the following items: Southern Sweet Tea With a Secret IngredientSouthern sweet tea can be made with a secret ingredient. That ingredient is baking soda. Using a pinch of baking soda or a little more can make your sweet tea just plain sweet. It helps to remove the bitterness. Chick fil A Sweet Tea Recipe. Photo by CookThink.There’s a Secret Ingredient to Making the Best Southern Sweet TeaWe are glad to have found out about the secret sweet tea ingredient of baking soda. I have to admit I haven’t always appreciate the flavor of straight black tea because of the bitterness aspect. But using baking soda does make a difference that is noticeable and much more enjoyable. Perfect Southern Sweet Iced Tea (Never Bitter)We hope that you too appreciate knowing about the Perfect Southern Sweet Iced Tea and the addition of baking soda so that it’s never bitter. The use of the baking soda helps to neutralize the acidity which causes the bitterness and completely removes it, making it sweet and delicious. Frequently Asked QuestionsHow Do You Store Chick fil a sweet tea recipe? Pro Tips: Important Steps In Making Iced TeaWhen making iced tea, there are some important tips that you’ll want to take note of aiding in the success of the outcome of your most delicious tea: Three Decades, One Blend: The Story Behind Chick-fil-A Iced TeaIf you ask Chick-fil-A about their famous Iced Tea, the response you’ll likely get is that it was before the time of the current employees. It is a fact that the tea blend that is used is proprietary for Chick-fil-A. It is made by Tetley and the blend has remained unchanged since the beginning and is served only in Chick-fil-A restaurants. Chick fil A Sweet Tea Recipe. Photo by CookThink.Caffeine by Cup Sizesmall 47mg Ingredients in Chick-fil-A Iced TeaTo make Chick-fil-A Iced Tea, you’ll need black brewed tea, water and sugar. There are approximately 30 g of sugar for 16 oz of sweetened black tea. Caffeine Content Compared to Other ItemsChick-fil-A iced tea has slightly more caffeine than Coca Cola Classic pop and slightly less than Red Bull. It has significantly less caffeine than Monster Energy, Starbucks Triple Shot Energy, and Bang Energy drinks. Welcome, Sunjoy! Popular Off-Menu Beverage of Sweet Tea and Lemonade Joins Chick-fil-A’s Official MenuSweet tea and lemonade have both become quite popular items on Chick-fil-A’s menu. They’re delicious and if you’ve been to Chick-fil-A and you haven’t tried them, you’re probably going to want to at some point. And then we expect you’re going to want to figure out how to make them at home so that you can enjoy them again and again for a fraction of the cost. Chick-fil-A Medium Unsweetened Iced Tea Nutrition FactsThe unsweetened iced tea from Chick-fil-A is quite healthy. In fact, the nutrition facts are quite boring. Following is the data based on the ingredients for a medium unsweetened iced tea from Chick-fil-A: How Much Caffeine in Chick-fil-A Sweet Tea?Chick-fil-A Sweet Tea, whether homemade or purchased from the restaurant, has about 55mg of caffeine in a cup of tea. Does Chick-fil-A Lemonade Have High Fructose Corn Syrup?Chick-fil-A’s diet lemonade is a good alternative for anyone that wants to spare themselves from calories from soft drinks that are loaded with high fructose corn syrup, but still enjoy something that tastes sweet. Who Has the Best Sweet Tea?There are several popular fast-food chains and grocery store brands that serve sweet tea. In your opinion, which one has the best? Of course, we’re partial to Chick-fil-A. Is Sweet Tea Bad For Your Kidneys?Research shows that iced tea has oxalic acid, when consumed in excess can create deposits in your kidneys and those can muck up the work of removing waste from the blood. Is Drinking Sweet Tea Everyday Bad for You?Moderate intake of regular tea can be healthy for most, but consuming too much could lead to negative side effects. Most people can drink 3-4 cups of tea daily without adverse effects, but some can even experience side effects at lower doses. If you’re someone who is sensitive to caffeine, be careful about drinking too much tea with caffeine. Which is better Sweet Tea or Unsweet Tea?Which one tastes better is a matter of personal preference. Do you like sweet tea or do you prefer it unsweetened? The one that is healthier for you to consume is unsweet tea. Sugar or sweetener adds calories and sugars that makes it not as healthy as it would be to drink it without the sweetener. But if you’re asking us, we prefer sweet tea. How To Make Chick-fil-A Sweet Tea | Copycat RecipeTo make Chick-fil-A Sweet Tea, you’ll need tea bags, water and sugar. We also like to add sliced lemon for a garnish. First, we’ll make the simple syrup which is what is used to sweeten the tea, then we’ll make the tea and mix them both together. Ingredients2 Lipton Family Size Tea Bags Instructions1. Mix ¾ cups sugar with ¾ cups water in a small saucepan over medium high heat. Stir until dissolved. Alternative Recipe VariationsPeach Iced TeaPeach iced tea is another form of sweet tea that is deliciously flavored with peaches. If you love peaches and tea, you’re probably going to love peach iced tea. It’s so refreshing and delicious to enjoy. The Perfect Easy Peach Tea Recipe:Below, we’ve included a recipe for you to try if you like flavored teas and want to give it a try. You can use fresh or frozen peaches to make this wonderful peach sweet, iced tea. Can I Use Frozen Peaches?Yes, fresh or frozen peaches will both work fine for this recipe. If you’re using frozen peaches, you’ll want to thaw them out ahead of time for the best results. Peaches can be thawed either in a saucepan on the stovetop or in the microwave. How Much Sugar Is In Peach Tea Recipe?There is one cup of sugar in this peach tea recipe. But if your diet requires you to eat sugar free, you can simply use a sugar substitute or artificial sweeter in place of the sugar. You are going to love this Sweet Peach Tea!Sweet Peach iced tea is a great, refreshing drink for summertime or anytime. We love fresh peaches when they’re in season and this makes a great flavor combination. Is Peach Tea Good for You?Peach tea can be good for you if consumed in reasonable amounts just like anything else. How To Make Peach Iced Tea:To make peach iced tea, you’ll need 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, 2-3 sliced fresh peaches, 3 tea bags, 6 cups water. First, mash the peaches into as fine of a mash as you can create, mix with sugar. Then, add the water and heat it to almost a boil. Add the tea bags, remove from heat, and let steep for 15 minutes. Drain the peaches and the tea bags. Cool, serve and enjoy! Copycat Chick-fil-A Mango Passion TeaTo make Chick-fil-A Mango Passion Tea you’ll need ½ cup freshly brewed black tea, ¼ cup homemade lemonade, ½ cup Welch’s passionfruit juice, ½ cup Goya mango nectar Chick-fil-A Sweet Tea Recipe CopycatChick-fil-A sweet tea recipe consists of three main ingredients of black tea, water and sugar. To make this recipe we’ll use a simple syrup to make the tea perfectly delicious. 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