No-Churn Margarita Ice Cream Recipe

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This no-churn Margarita Ice Cream is the ultimate summer treat! Tangy, creamy, and infused with lime and tequila, this recipe is a wonderful twist on a classic cocktail. Whip it up in no time for a refreshing, sweet escape on a hot day!

Scooping out margarita ice cream with a spoon from a glass.

With a glass of this margarita ice cream, every hour is a happy hour!

Whether you’re serving it up at your next fiesta or just treating yourself to a little taste of paradise, one thing’s for sure – you’re in for a treat! Cheers to that!

‼️ This ice cream should not be served to underage children. It's an adults-only frozen dessert! More for us, right?

Table of Contents

1) 🍦Why you'll love this Margarita Ice Cream

2) 🛒 Ingredients and Notes

3) 🍹🍦 Making Margarita ice cream from scratch

4) 💡 Top tip

5) 🍽️ Serving Suggestions

6) 👉 Variations

7) ❓ Frequently Asked Questions

8) 🍨 More no-churn ice cream recipes

9) 📖 Recipe

10) No-Churn Margarita Ice Cream Recipe

🍦Why you'll love this Margarita Ice Cream

Homemade ice cream is ridiculously easy to make, and this tequila-infused ice cream is way too easy to eat.
No fancy ice cream maker is required – just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of patience.
It’s versatile! You can customize the flavors to suit your taste buds and get as creative as you like.

Whether you're indulging in a decadent slice of rum coconut banana cake or savoring a scoop of Italian rum and raisin gelato, one thing's for sure – boozy desserts are always a good idea!

Serve this melt-in-your-mouth creamy margarita to your Cinco de Mayo party guests. A great finish (or a beginning) to a great event! 😉

🛒 Ingredients and Notes

Ingredients for margarita ice cream on a counter, including tequila and lime.

🥃 Tequila - to give it that signature Margarita kick. You can experiment with different types of tequila for unique flavor profiles (*see "Variations" below).

🍋 Lime juice: For that zesty citrus punch. Also, add lime zest for an extra pop of flavor and color! You can use Key limes or regular limes.

🥛 Condensed milk and whipped cream: for a creamy, dreamy texture despite the absence of an ice cream maker.

🍹 Triple Sec: This secret ingredient in many cocktails adds a tangy taste of orange peel. You can substitute with another good-quality orange liqueur like Grand Marnier or Cointreau.

🧂 Sugar or salt (optional): to rim a glass for visual appeal.

🍹🍦 Making Margarita ice cream from scratch

Step 1

Adding all ingredients for margarita ice cream in a large bowl.

Pour the sweetened condensed milk, heavy cream, lime juice, triple sec, and tequila into a large bowl.

💡 Top tip

When making homemade Margarita ice cream, make sure to balance the amount of alcohol. If you add too much, it will inhibit proper freezing and result in a softer texture. Start with a recommended (moderate) amount and adjust to taste accordingly.

Step 2

Whisking together margarita ice cream ingredients with an electric mixer.

With an electric mixer, whip the ingredients until thick and smooth but not too stiff.

Step 3

Tequila-infused no-churn ice cream in a container ready for freezing.

Scrape into an airtight container and freeze for at least four hours or overnight.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

For the ultimate showcase, serve margarita ice cream in rimmed margarita glasses or scoop it into a bowl and call it a day.

Take it to the next level: serve it sandwiched between two buttery cookies or layered into a trifle with chunks of fresh fruit.

You could make popsicles or ice pops. We also love to make a float over lemon-lime soda.

Overhead view of margarita ice cream in a spoon over scoops in a glass.

👉 Variations

Try different types of tequila: mezcal for the smoky notes or reposado for its smoothness.
You can add a splash of orange liqueur.
Toss in some chopped mint leaves for a refreshing twist.
Rim the glass with tajin (chili lime seasoning) or chili powder. Not a fan of spice? Try cocoa powder instead.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Why isn't my ice cream freezing hard?

Your margarita ice cream is soft because alcohol has a lower freezing point than water, so it helps prevent ice crystals from forming. The result: a velvety-smooth texture that is scoopable even when frozen. The more alcohol you add, the softer the ice cream.

How do I rim a margarita glass?

Rub the glass rim with a lime wedge, then dip it in salt or sugar.

Can I make it non-alcoholic?

Yes! For virgin margarita ice cream, use this tequila alternative and replace triple sec with orange juice.

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A glass with scooped margarita ice cream and lime on a white background.

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