Tropical Margarita Freeze Pie Recipe

Escape to paradise with this vibrant Tropical Margarita Freeze Pie! Bursting with fresh strawberries and creamy mango sherbet, this frozen dessert is a summer sensation. A fun twist on a classic margarita, it's easily customizable for adults (add tequila!) or kid-friendly versions. Get ready for a taste of the tropics!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 329.2 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tropical Margarita Freeze Pie

  • Graham Cracker Pie Crust
  • 2 cups mango sherbet
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup margarita mix (or to taste)
  • 2 ounces tequila (optional, for adult version)
  • 8 oz container whipped topping, thawed
  • Mango

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How to Make Tropical Margarita Freeze Pie

  1. Prepare the crust: If using a graham cracker crust, ensure it's chilled.
  2. Spoon the mango sherbet evenly into the pie crust using a metal spatula.
  3. Freeze for 30 minutes to partially set the sherbet layer.
  4. Blend the strawberries, sugar, and margarita mix (and tequila, if using) in a food processor or blender until smooth.
  5. In a large bowl, gently fold the whipped topping into the strawberry mixture until just combined.
  6. Carefully pour the strawberry mixture over the partially frozen sherbet layer in the pie crust.
  7. Arrange mango slices in a star pattern on top of the strawberry mixture, gently pressing them to create a flat surface.
  8. Place the remaining sliced strawberries in the center.
  9. Freeze for at least 4 hours, or until completely firm.
  10. **Parfait Variation:** Layer graham cracker crumbs or vanilla wafers, sherbet, and strawberry mixture in freezer-safe margarita glasses. Garnish with a mango slice and half a strawberry. Freeze for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

113g

Fat

39g

Carbs

13g