What is better than a glass of margarita? A glass of margarita ice cream, of course! Enjoy your favorite cocktail without getting a buzz. Refreshing and delicious, this homemade ice cream is the perfect treat for adults after a long workday.
With a glass of this margarita ice cream, every hour is a happy hour! Best of all, it's super easy to make - no ice cream maker needed.
On hot summer nights, I like to sip on my dinner. I sit in my backyard with a cold glass of dinner in one hand and my camera in another and observe dozens of butterflies, birds, and squirrels chased by our dogs.
This summer just took a whole new level when I discovered Margarita Ice Cream. Oh summer, I love you so! What better dessert to accompany those nights than this one?
Ok, maybe a rum and raisin ice cream is a good substitute. Anything with booze, really. Did you know you can make frozen yogurt with wine and Greek yogurt? That one is going on my to-try list for sure.
Homemade ice cream is so easy to make and this one was way too easy to eat. This express dessert-delirious should not be served to underage children. More for us, right?
Serve this melt-in-your-mouth margarita to your Cinco de Mayo party guests for dessert. A great finish to a great event!
Ingredients:
- condensed milk
- heavy cream
- lime juice
- triple sec (such as Cointreau)
- tequila
- Lime zest
- sugar or salt for garnish
Directions:
- Put the milk, cream, lime juice, triple sec, and tequila into a large bowl and whisk until soft peaks form. It should be thick and smooth but not too stiff.
- Scrape into an airtight container to freeze overnight. Because of alcohol, it will not freeze too hard and it will melt quickly.
- Serve in margarita glasses with sugar/salt dipped rims. Garnish with lime zest. Cheers!
Margarita Ice Cream
Ingredients
- ¾ cup condensed milk
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ⅓ cup lime juice
- 3 tablespoons triple sec, such as Cointreau
- 2 tablespoons tequila
- Lime zest, sugar or salt for garnish
Instructions
- Put the milk, cream, lime juice, triple sec, and tequila into a large bowl and whisk until soft peaks form. It should be thick and smooth but not too stiff.
- Scrape into an airtight container to freeze overnight. Because of alcohol, it will not freeze too hard and it will melt quickly.
- Serve in margarita glasses with sugar/salt dipped rims. Garnish with lime zest.
Jennifer Lucas says
Just took a taste ! So good . I did a little more tequila:)
Jas says
Thank you! I like more tequila too, but alcohol doesn't freeze, so the more you add, the softer your ice cream will be. 🙂
P~ says
That is RIGHT up my alley! It looks amazing! P~
Jas says
Glad you like it! Thanks for stopping in 🙂
Meg says
You just made my summer. Pinned!
Jas says
Well, you're welcome! LOL. So happy you like it, Meg. Thank you!
Beverly says
Jas,
OMG, I know I am going to love this. Stop by Over The Moon party since you are being featured.
Hugs,
Bev
Jas says
Thank you so much, Beverly! Such an honor 🙂 XO
April J Harris says
What a lovely summer dessert, Jas. It would be perfectly refreshing after a heavy meal. Cocktails for dessert are becoming so fashionable. Thank you so much for sharing, and for being a part of the Hearth and Soul Link party. Pinning and sharing this post. Hope your week is going well.
Jas says
Many thanks, April! Cocktails for breakfast, dinner or dessert is all OK in my book. 😀 Have a wonderful Mother's Day weekend! x
Debbie Kitterman says
Jas - this ice-cream sounds delicious and your pictures are making my mouth water... SO, do you think you could replace the condensed milk with maybe coconut milk? Thanks for sharing your great recipes each week at #TuneInThursday
Jas says
Hi, Debbie! Believe it or not, I never used coconut milk so I can't say for sure if it would work. If it has the thickness of condensed milk, I don't see why not. 🙂
Lynda Hardy says
I am so intrigued by this! Tucking it away to try soon! Thanks for sharing with Party in Your PJs!
Jas says
Thank you, Lynda!
Debrashoppeno5 says
This recipe is the best of both worlds; a sweet treat and a delicious drink.
Jas says
I think so too 😀
Danielle @ A Sprinkle of Joy says
Ummm, yes please! That looks great!
Jas says
Thank you, Danielle! 🙂
The Thrifty Issue says
I have a friend who thinks they make the best ice cream ever. I am going to make this next time I see them!
Jas says
Haha, sounds like a good plan! 🙂 Hope they like it!
Lisa // Cucicucicoo: Eco Sewing and Crafting says
Oh my gosh, this looks SO amazing! Do you think that it would come out well using an ice cream maker, too? I'd love to try it! 🙂 Lisa
Jas says
Hi, Lisa! I'm sure you can adjust the recipe for the ice cream maker, but I have never used one so unfortunately, I can't vouch for it. Sorry!
Antonia says
This is my kind of ice cream! Everyone is going to love this refreshing dessert over at Fiesta Friday! Thanks for sharing!
Jas says
Thank you bunches, Antonia!
Roseann Hampton says
What a great summertime treat! I love how easy it is to make! Thanks for sharing at The Blogger's Pit Stop! Can't wait to see what you link up next week!
Jas says
It really is easy. 🙂 Thanks, Roseann!
angie says
this ice cream sounds perfect for an adult summer night. So refreshing
Jas says
It is, Angie! Although it doesn't give you a buzz unless you eat it all by yourself in one sitting, lol.
Candi Randolph says
Oh my...I'm going to have to try this! It looks like it could become addicting. I love simple recipes and this fits the bill for sure!
Jas says
I hope you do, Candi! Thanks for stopping in 🙂
Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond says
This looks delicious Jas and perfect for summer! Thanks for sharing at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty and have a great week!
Jas says
Thank you, Sue! It's refreshing and relaxing 😉
Kay Stoll says
This looks AMAZING! I can not, can not, CAN NOT wait to make this! And then I can't wait to make it a 2nd time..
allthatsjas says
LOL Kay! Knock yourself out...I did 😉
Kristin says
Oh my goodness this is amazing. We used to get milkshakes from McDonald's and put Malibu in them back in the day. Not the same, but I bet this would be amazing!!!
allthatsjas says
Haha, good one! I have to try that 🙂
Michelle @ Giraffes Can Bake says
I LOVE that you made margarita ice cream, it's like my two favourite things combined. I'm definitely going to make this soon!
allthatsjas says
Thanks Michelle! I'm still drooling over your Hazelnut gelato 🙂
Jaye Deckelman says
I have made this before and my husband loved it. It’s easy to make. Didn’t think about using Margarita salt but I will . Making this for Super Bowl!
Jas says
Great to hear! Thanks for stopping in and for your kind review! 🙂