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Tea Bombs

By Annie Lampella, Pharm.D.

Published June 16, 2021 • Updated December 4, 2025

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These sugar free tea bombs will bring your favorite beverage to the next level without using isomalt crystals. They are crafted using loose or bagged tea encased in a decorative hard candy shell. As your drop the tea bomb in hot water, the sugar free shell melts, exploding the tea out into your mug. Be sure to give this recipe a try if you are looking for a fun twist on typical tea beverages.

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6

Servings

27

Calories

0g

Fat

0g

Protein

1.8g

Net Carb

11.6g

Total Carbs

Disclaimer: The nutrition information provided is an estimate and is for informational purposes only. I am a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.); however, this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or other qualified health provider before making any lifestyle changes or beginning a new nutrition program.

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Ingredients

• 1 cup powdered erythritol or sweetener of choice
• 1/3 cup sugar-free honey
• 2 tablespoons water
• food coloring (optional)
• loose tea or tea bags
• silcone half moon mold

Step by Step Instructions

• STEP 1

  Heat candy mixture

  Add powdered sweetener, sugar-free honey and water to a medium saucepan. Heat over medium high heat until a candy thermometer reaches 300 degrees F (about 5 minutes once boiling). Remove from the heat. Add a few drops of food coloring if using.

  

• STEP 2

  Fill the molds

  Add about 1-2 tablespoons of the liquid candy mixture to a cavity of the mold and move the liquid up along the edges using a spoon or small paintbrush. Keeping pushing the liquid up until it hardens. Work quickly to ensure all the area is coated with the liquid. It's best to work with 2 cavities at a time. Repeat with remaining molds.

  

• STEP 3

  Peel from mold

  Once the candy has hardened, peel away from the silicone mold. Add loose tea or a tea bag to six of the half moons.

  

• STEP 4

  Seal the balls

  To seal the two halves together, heat a skillet over medium heat. Melt the edges of a half moon with no tea on the skillet. Then quickly place on top of the other half with the tea to seal. Repeat with remaining balls.

  

• STEP 5

  How to use a tea bomb

  To use a tea bomb, place tea bomb in a large mug. Slowly pour hot water over the tea bomb and watch it explode out the tea leaves.

  

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Keto Tea Bomb Recipe

Tea definitely does not have to be boring, and this little tea bomb is proof. It’s easy to make, fun to watch bloom, and packed with antioxidants when you use a good quality tea.

I love that I can customize the colors, the sweetener, and the flavors to match whatever mood I’m in, and no isomalt crystals needed. These make the cutest DIY gifts, party favors, or just a cozy little moment for yourself, and if you have a tea lover in your life, they’re going to lose their mind over these.

What Are Tea Bombs?

Sugar free tea bombs are sphere-shaped candy shells that contain tea. This lovely recipe was inspired by trendy hot chocolate bombs, which went viral on the social media platform TikTok last year. Much like their hot cocoa counterparts, these sugar free tea bombs boast a candy exterior shell that is then filled with tea leaves. Some have incorporated edible flowers, edible glitter or gold flakes for decoration as well. Flowering tea bombs with loose leaf tea are the prettiest so make sure you fill your tea with some tea flowers. But you can pretty much filled your tea globe with any type of tea from green tea, black tea to herbal tea.

Hard Candy Shell

The colorful hard candy shell used for this hot tea bomb recipe is so easy and fun to make. We incorporated a sugar-free sweetener (you can use monk fruit or erythritol or a blend) and keto honey to create these glass-like balls.  You may also add food coloring to the mixture. These gorgeous tea bombs make for a great Instagram photo opportunity. The mixture is then heated to form a liquid that is later poured into your silicone candy molds.

Silicone Mold

To create these tea bombs, we used half-moon shaped silicone molds. Silicone molds work best for this recipe since they are virtually effortless to use. In addition, they allow for the glass candy to remove with little to no breakage.

Although this recipe calls for round molds, feel free to incorporate a different shaped mold for this tasty tea bomb recipe. This sugar-free dish is entirely customizable, which allows you to get creative. For example, patriotic star-shaped molds would make for an excellent addition for your upcoming Fourth of July barbecue paired with this festive keto berry bundt cake.

Tips For Making These Lovely Tea Bombs

• Be sure to quickly fill your silicone molds to ensure the liquid does not set. If this happens, it will be much more challenging to work with later.
• Use a small paintbrush to drag the liquid up to the edges. Additionally, swirl the mold around so that the mixture coats all around the edges evenly.
• As the candy starts to harden, reinforce the edges with more liquid candy. As it cools, the liquid tends to pool to the bottom, making the edges thin. Thus, supporting the edges will strengthen them to prevent any damage when removing the sugar-free candy half-moon balls from the mold.

Tea Bombs: FAQS

Can I use a different sweetener instead of erythritol?

Absolutely! You can substitute erythritol with another sugar-free sweetener like stevia or monk fruit. Just make sure to adjust the quantity according to the sweetness level of your chosen sweetener.

What types of tea work best for the tea bombs?

You can use any loose tea or tea bags you enjoy! Herbal, black, green, or flavored teas all work wonderfully. Just keep in mind that stronger flavored teas will provide a more robust taste when the bomb is dissolved.

How should I store the tea bombs once they're made?

Store your tea bombs in an airtight container at room temperature. They will keep well for up to two weeks. Just make sure they are completely cooled and hardened before storing!

Can I make these tea bombs without food coloring?

Yes, you can definitely skip the food coloring! The tea bombs will still look great and taste delicious without it.

Are these tea bombs suitable for a keto diet?

Yes! These tea bombs are sugar-free and made with low-carb ingredients, making them a great treat for anyone following a keto diet.

Nutritional information & Macros

Nutrition Information

Tea Bombs

Servings: 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories	27
Fat	0g
Protein	0g
Total Carbs	11.6g
Net Carbs	1.8g

Disclaimer: The nutrition information provided is an estimate and is for informational purposes only. I am a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.); however, this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or other qualified health provider before making any lifestyle changes or beginning a new nutrition program.

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About Annie Lampella, Pharm.D.

Annie Lampella is a Doctor of Pharmacy, mom, and the recipe creator behind KetoFocus. With a B.S. in Genetics from UC Davis and a Pharm.D., she has over 11 years of experience developing family-friendly keto recipes based on the science of human metabolism. She is the author of the Protein Packed cookbook, published by Victory Belt Publishing.

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6 Comments

1. I made these for a tea party with friends and they were a big hit. The shells hardened perfectly and melted just like the directions said. I used lavender tea and it turned out really pretty and tasty.

   

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2. I made these last week and they turned out really pretty. They melted nicely in the mug and released the tea just like the post described. Loved having a low carb option for something fun like this. My kids even thought they were cool.

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3. I love the sounds of this tea! Would it work well with loose-leaf tea or bagged?

   

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   1. You can use either 🙂

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4. These sound amazing! What is the shelf life on them?

   

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   1. They should last a long time without going stale and if you keep them safe from cracking. 1 month

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