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Frosty Iced Tea Slushie

This frozen treat transforms brewed iced tea into a textured, slushy dessert with a refreshing and vibrant appearance. The preparation involves brewing, sweetening, and freezing the tea, then blending it into a semi-frozen, icy texture that’s both cooling and playful in consistency.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups brewed iced tea cooled
  • 2 tablespoons sugar adjust to taste
  • ½ cup water hot or warm, for dissolving sugar
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Equipment

  • Tea kettle or pot
  • Blender

Method
 

  1. Brew your favorite tea and let it cool completely to room temperature, or chill in the fridge for faster cooling.
  2. Heat a small amount of water and dissolve the sugar until the syrup is clear and smooth, then let it cool slightly.
  3. Pour the cooled tea into a mixing bowl and stir in the simple syrup, tasting and adjusting sweetness if desired.
  4. Transfer the sweetened tea into a shallow dish or freeze-safe container, then place in the freezer.
  5. After about 2 hours, check the tea and scrape with a fork to break up ice crystals. Repeat this process every 30 minutes to develop a slushy texture.
  6. Once the tea has a firm, icy, but scoopable texture (about 4-5 hours total), spoon or scoop the mixture into a blender along with ice cubes.
  7. Blend everything until smooth and creamy, with a fluffy, sorbet-like consistency that looks inviting and vibrant.
  8. Pour the frosty slushie into glasses, and garnish with a lemon wedge or fresh herbs if desired for extra flavor and visual appeal.
  9. Serve immediately with a straw or spoon to enjoy the icy, textured treat right away.

Notes

Feel free to infuse the tea with herbs like mint or basil or add a splash of sparkling water after blending for a fizzy twist.