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Homemade Orange Cinnamon Iced Tea

A refreshing yet cozy iced tea infused with fresh oranges and warm cinnamon, perfect for any season.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 35

Ingredients
  

Cookie Batter
  • 4 black tea bags
  • 4 cups water
  • 2 oranges sliced
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 2-4 tbsp honey or sugar to taste
  • 1 cup ice plus more for serving
Filling
  • 1 tsp orange zest optional
  • 2 cloves optional
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Bring water to a boil in a medium pot.
  2. Remove from heat and add tea bags and cinnamon sticks; steep for 7–10 minutes.
  3. Stir in honey or sugar until dissolved.
  4. Add orange slices and let steep 5 more minutes.
  5. Allow tea to cool to room temperature.
  6. Transfer to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  7. Serve over ice and garnish with orange slices or cinnamon sticks.

Notes

Adjust sweetness and spice levels as desired. Add mint for a refreshing twist.