Mexican Frozen Margarita Delight

Mexican Frozen Margarita Delight

Find a refreshing, gluten-free frozen margarita delight recipe that captures the essence of a tropical Mexican cocktail in a rich dessert form.

Time: Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: 25 minutes (for ice cream maker) - Total: 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
Cuisine: Mexican, Gluten-Free

Allergens

Alcohol (tequila and orange liqueur), Dairy (lime sherbet)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups lime sherbet
  • 1 cup tequila
  • 1/2 cup orange liqueur
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • Zest of 1 lime, for garnish
  • Kosher salt, for rimming glasses
  • Fresh berries and mint leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the lime sherbet, tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice until well mixed but not overly melted.
  2. Pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to the manufacturer's instructions until desired consistency is reached.
  3. Spread a thin layer of kosher salt onto a small plate.
  4. Moisten the rims of 6 margarita glasses with a lime wedge, then dip each rim into the salt to create a margarita inspired edge.
  5. Scoop the frozen margarita delight into each glass and garnish with a sprig of mint and fresh berries.

Chef’s Insight

Experiment with different types of fruit juice or zest for an alternative flavor profile.

Notes

Adjust the tequila and orange liqueur amounts to suit your personal preference for alcohol content.

Cultural or Historical Background

The margarita is a popular Mexican cocktail made with tequila, orange liqueur, and lime or lemon juice.