Best 4 Unsweetened Raspberry Iced Tea Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of summer with this refreshing Unsweetened Raspberry Iced Tea, a delightful blend of tangy raspberries and aromatic black tea. This naturally sweetened iced tea is a guilt-free treat, perfect for sipping on hot summer days or enjoying as a healthy alternative to sugary drinks. With just a few simple ingredients and a few easy steps, you can create this thirst-quenching beverage in the comfort of your own home.

This recipe collection features two variations of the Unsweetened Raspberry Iced Tea: a classic stovetop method and a convenient cold brew method. Whether you prefer the traditional approach of simmering tea leaves or the hassle-free method of steeping tea overnight, we have you covered. Additionally, we offer a zesty twist on the classic recipe with our Raspberry Lemon Iced Tea, adding a burst of citrusy flavor to the mix.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RASPBERRY ICED TEA



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One sip and you'll likely agree that this is the best flavored tea you've ever tasted. -Chris Wilson, Sellersville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield about 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 4

8-1/4 cups water, divided
2/3 cup sugar
5 tea bags
3 to 4 cups fresh or frozen unsweetened raspberries

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Remove from the heat; add tea bags. Steep for 5-8 minutes. Discard tea bags. Add 4 cups water. , In another saucepan, bring raspberries and remaining water to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. Strain and discard pulp. Add raspberry juice to the tea mixture. Serve in chilled glasses over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 87 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

RASPBERRY ICED TEA



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This is the best, easiest summer drink EVER!

Provided by martibj5

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Drinks

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 gallon water
3 (3 ounce) gallon-size tea bags
1 cup fresh raspberries
½ cup white sugar
½ cup powdered lemonade mix (such as Country Time®)
ice cubes

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil in a large pot, and stir in the tea bags, raspberries, and sugar until the sugar has dissolved. Allow the mixture to steep until the desired level of tea flavor is reached, 3 to 5 minutes; remove tea bags, and stir in the lemonade mix until dissolved. Pour tea into pitchers, and add ice to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 15.1 mg, Sugar 16.4 g

RASPBERRY ICED TEA CUPCAKES



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This is a recipe I submitted in a cupcake contest our local chocolate boutique was hosting. Despite warnings that I should stick with something including chocolate, I went with my instinct and won first prize! These cupcakes taste very similar to a popular, commercially available raspberry tea.

Provided by ilkaisha

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Raspberry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 cups all-purpose flour
4 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 cups white sugar
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant lemon pudding mix
4 eggs
1 cup milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 lemon, juiced and zested
2 egg whites
⅔ cup white sugar
1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
8 drops oil-based creme de menthe candy flavoring
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
½ cup frozen unsweetened raspberries, thawed
¼ cup unsweetened instant tea powder
4 teaspoons unsweetened instant tea powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup white sugar
2 cups heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 36 cupcake cups with paper liners.
  • In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt until thoroughly combined and sifted. In a large mixing bowl, beat 1 cup of unsalted butter until fluffy with an electric mixer set on medium speed. Mix in 2 cups of sugar and the lemon pudding mix, and beat on high speed until very fluffy and well combined, about 8 minutes. Beat in eggs, one at a time. With the electric mixer running, beat in milk in 1/3 cup increments, alternating with the flour mixture; beat in vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest just until mixed. Fill the prepared cupcake cups about 2/3 full with the batter.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cupcakes are lightly browned and a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean, 18 to 23 minutes. Allow the cupcakes to cool.
  • When cupcakes are cool, make filling; pour about 2 inches of water into the bottom of a double boiler, place over medium heat, and bring the water to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, and place the egg whites and 2/3 cup of sugar into the top of the double boiler. Do not allow the water to touch the upper part of the double boiler. Stir until the sugar has dissolved, and mix with electric mixer set on high speed until the meringue holds soft peaks, 5 to 10 minutes. Reduce mixer speed to medium, and beat in the butter, 2 or 3 tablespoons at a time. When butter is smoothly beaten in, beat the creme de menthe candy flavoring oil in until the flavoring is fully incorporated and the filling is fluffy, 1 to 2 more minutes. Remove filling from heat and set aside. When cooled, load the filling into a piping bag with a medium-sized round tip.
  • To make the frosting, place cream cheese, raspberries, both amounts of tea powder, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 1/2 cup of sugar in a bowl, and beat until smooth with an electric mixer set on high speed. While mixer is running, slowly pour the cream into the bowl, and beat until the frosting forms stiff peaks, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the bowl often.
  • Insert the piping tip into the top of each cupcake, and squeeze about half a tablespoon of filling into each cupcake. Top each cupcake with a generous dollop of frosting to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.4 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Cholesterol 73.4 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 232.3 mg, Sugar 18.1 g

RASPBERRY ICED TEA



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Make and share this Raspberry Iced Tea recipe from Food.com.

Provided by looneytunesfan

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 quarts water
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 (12 ounce) package frozen unsweetened raspberries
10 individual tea bags
1/4 cup lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large kettle or Dutch oven, bring water and sugar to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir until sugar is dissolved. Add the raspberries, tea bags and lemon juice. Cover and steep for 3 minutes. Strain; discard berries and tea bags.
  • Transfer tea to a large container or pitcher. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.7, Fat 0.1, Sodium 5, Carbohydrate 21.6, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 19.8, Protein 0.3

Tips:

  • Use fresh or frozen raspberries for the best flavor. If using frozen raspberries, thaw them before using.
  • If you don't have a tea infuser, you can use a strainer or cheesecloth to strain the tea leaves from the tea.
  • You can adjust the sweetness of the tea by adding more or less sugar or honey to taste.
  • For a more refreshing tea, chill it for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish the tea with fresh raspberries, lemon slices, or mint leaves for a beautiful presentation.

Conclusion:

This unsweetened raspberry iced tea is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be customized to your taste. Whether you like your tea sweet or tart, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give this unsweetened raspberry iced tea a try.

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