Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1.5 cup

pretzels finely crushed

finely crushed

113 cup

sugar

0.5 cup

butter

melted

1 unit

limes zested

zested

0.5 cup

lime juice

freshly squeezed

14 unit

milk, sweetened condensed

sweetened condensed

2 tbsp

tequila gold

2 tbsp

liqueur triple sec

1 cup

heavy whipping cream

whipped

2 drops

food coloring

green

0.5 cup

heavy whipping cream

whipped

12 unit

pretzels

12 unit

mint leaves

Step 1
~20 min

Finely crush the pretzels and place them in a medium bowl.

Step 2
~20 min

Add sugar and melted butter to the crushed pretzels.

Step 3
~20 min

Mix the pretzel mixture well.

Step 4
~20 min

Press the mixture into a 9-inch buttered pie pan to form the crust.

Step 5
~20 min

Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

Step 6
~20 min

In another medium bowl, combine lime zest, lime juice, sweetened condensed milk, tequila, and triple sec.

Step 7
~20 min

Mix the lime mixture together thoroughly.

Step 8
~20 min

Gently fold in 1 cup of whipped heavy cream and green food coloring (if using).

Step 9
~20 min

Pour the lime mixture into the chilled pretzel crust.

Step 10
~20 min

Freeze the pie for at least 4 hours.

Step 11
~20 min

Before serving, decorate the pie with the remaining 1/2 cup of whipped cream.

Step 12
~20 min

Arrange pretzels and mint leaves on top of the whipped cream for garnish.

Step 13
~20 min

Serve frozen.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar to the pretzel crust.

Garnish with lime wedges for extra presentation.

Use high-quality tequila for best flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Yes, can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (Lime and Tequila)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled or slightly thawed.

Pairs well with fresh fruit.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico-inspired

Cultural Significance

Margarita is a popular Mexican cocktail.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Summer parties

Occasion Tags

party
summer
celebration
dessert

Popularity Score

75/100

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