Diet Pepsi Recipe
Make Diet Pepsi Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Combine Carbonated Water and Sweetener
In a large mixing bowl, pour 2 cups of carbonated water. Gradually add 1 teaspoon of your chosen diet sweetener while stirring gently to ensure it dissolves completely.
- 2
Add Natural Flavoring
Stir in 1 teaspoon of natural flavoring (cola flavor) into the mixture. Make sure it is well combined with the carbonated water.
- 3
Incorporate Caffeine and Citric Acid
Add 0.1 teaspoon of caffeine and 0.5 teaspoon of citric acid to the mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 4
Mix in Preservative
Finally, add 0.1 teaspoon of potassium benzoate as a preservative. Mix again to combine all the ingredients.
- 5
Add Food Coloring (Optional)
If desired, add 2 drops of food coloring to give your Diet Pepsi a more appealing color. Stir gently to distribute the color evenly.
- 6
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate your homemade Diet Pepsi for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve chilled over ice for the best experience.