Tropical Margarita Freeze (Pie)

The Margarita cocktail, which inspired this pie, is said to have originated in Mexico in the late 1930s or early 1940s.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 260 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Tropical Margarita Freeze (Pie)

Cooking Method: Freezing Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Rest Time 240 min Total Time 4 hrs 20 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2000

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 can Sweetened condensed milk
• 0.5 cup Lime juice
• 0.25 cup Tequila
• 0.25 cup Orange liqueur (e.g. Triple Sec)
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• optional for garnish Maraschino cherries

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, tequila, and orange liqueur until well combined.
3. Fold in whipped cream and lime zest.
4. Pour the mixture into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
5. Cover the pie with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
6. Before serving, garnish with maraschino cherries if desired.
7. Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 34g12%

Sugars 25g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.