Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
3 cup

Small Pretzels, Ground

ground

0.67 cup

Butter or Margarine

melted

1 unit

Unflavored Gelatin

unflavored

1 cup

Liquid Margarita Mix

liquid

0.33 cup

Tequila

none

5 tbsp

Orange Flavored Liqueur

none

28 unit

Sweetened Condensed Milk

none

2 drop

Green Food Coloring

none

1 unit

Lime Slices

for garnish

Step 1
~12 min

Grind pretzels into fine crumbs.

Step 2
~12 min

Melt butter or margarine.

Step 3
~12 min

Combine pretzel crumbs and melted butter.

Step 4
~12 min

Press the crumb mixture into the bottom and up the sides of two 8-inch pie pans.

Step 5
~12 min

Refrigerate the crusts to chill.

Step 6
~12 min

Sprinkle unflavored gelatin over 1/4 cup of margarita mix in a microwave-safe container.

Step 7
~12 min

Let the gelatin mixture stand for 2 minutes.

Step 8
~12 min

Microwave on high power for 40 seconds, then stir thoroughly.

Step 9
~12 min

Let the gelatin mixture stand for 2 minutes, or until completely dissolved.

Step 10
~12 min

In a large bowl, combine the dissolved gelatin mixture, remaining 3/4 cup margarita mix, sweetened condensed milk, tequila, orange liqueur, and green food coloring.

Step 11
~12 min

Blend until smooth.

Step 12
~12 min

Divide the filling equally between the chilled crusts.

Step 13
~12 min

Chill the pies until firm.

Step 14
~12 min

Garnish with lime slices before serving.

Step 15
~12 min

Cover and refrigerate any leftovers.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a stronger lime flavor, add lime zest to the filling.

Chill the pie for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to ensure it sets properly.

Garnish with whipped cream for added decadence.

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 a day 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.

Garnish with whipped cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spicy Mexican food
Grilled chicken with lime

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Fusion of American dessert with Mexican cocktail flavors

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Summer parties

Occasion Tags

Party
Summer
Cinco de Mayo

Popularity Score

75/100

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