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    Home » Desserts » Frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie

    Frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie

    Published: Jul 27, 2024 · Modified: Jul 27, 2024 by Anne Clark · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

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    This delicious frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie will be your go-to pie for the summer. The filling is as decadent as ice cream and pairs beautifully with the salty-sweet pretzel crust.

    What exactly is it? This pie has all the familiar flavors of a frozen strawberry margarita but made into a pie with a pretzel crust that will knock your socks off!

    Made with fresh sweet strawberries, tart lime juice, and a splash of tequila (optional of course). Add condensed milk for sweetness and some cool whip for fluffiness.

    This recipe was originally published in 2020 and was updated in 2024 with new pics!

    Whole strawberry pie topped with strawberry and lime wedges on a round wooden board.
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    • Why You'll Love This Pie
    • Why This Recipe Works
    • Ingredients You'll Need
    • Fresh Strawberries Substitute
    • How to Make Strawberry Margarita Pie
    • Tips for Making Strawberry Margarita Pie
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Pie Recipes To Try
    • Recipe
    • Comments

    Why You'll Love This Pie

    When I first made this frozen strawberry margarita pie, my husband said that not only was it the best dessert he's ever had, he said it was the best thing he had ever eaten. WOW! What a compliment! Especially coming from my chocolate-loving husband.

    Then again, he also loves these Strawberry Cake Mix Brownies! And for good reason; they're rich and moist, and that strawberry cream cheese frosting is heavenly!

    The best way I can describe this no-bake strawberry pie is somewhere between creamy strawberry ice cream and a cheesecake. And unlike some other recipes, there's no need to add jello as it gets all its delightful strawberry flavor and light pink tint from the fresh strawberries. Fresh always beats artificial, right??

    Why This Recipe Works

    • This may be our favorite easy summer dessert because it's cold and refreshing. A frozen strawberry pie with cool whip and a pretzel crust is perfect for parties or a family get together like Mother's Day.
    • It is also extra special because it's a make-ahead dessert, meaning all you have to do at serving time is pull it out of the freezer. So easy!
    • Perhaps most exciting is how few ingredients this no-bake strawberry pie recipe requires. All you need are fresh strawberries, lime juice, some tequila (if you want it), a container of Cool Whip, a can of sweetened condensed milk, some pretzels, butter, and sugar.
    • I was really surprised at how delicious this crust is. I'd never made a pretzel crust pie before, but let me tell you: it's fantastic!
    • I could easily make a snack out of the pretzel crust alone. It almost tastes like sugared pecans, a true Southern favorite. It's sweet, salty, and crunchy and goes perfectly with the Cool Whip strawberry pie filling.
    • You'll be hooked after one bite.

    Ingredients You'll Need

    Ingredients measured out in individual containers.
    That's just 8 ingredients for the best dessert ever!

    Fresh strawberries - stems and leaves removed. Ripe strawberries provide the best, sweetest flavor.

    Lime juice - use the bottle version or use 4 fresh limes (depending on the size of the limes).

    Sweetened condensed milk - not evaporated milk!

    Cool Whip - let it thaw first.

    Pretzels - any shape pretzel will do.

    Butter - to make the pretzel crust crispy and flavorful.

    Sugar - to give the crust that sweet and salty flavor.

    Tequila - this is optional but if you prefer, add a splash (about a jiggerful) for more traditional margarita flavor! This is an adult only dessert...but you can omit the tequila and the kiddos can enjoy a slice, too!

    Fresh Strawberries Substitute

    Want to make this yummy frozen margarita pie but strawberries aren't in season? No worries! Get yourself some frozen strawberries (no sugar added) instead, thaw them and proceed as instructed. Blam! Frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie is now a year-round treat. 

    How to Make Strawberry Margarita Pie

    For best results, follow the instructions on the recipe card.

    Crushed pretzels in a mixing bowl.
    Step 1: Blend crushed pretzels, butter, and sugar in a mixing bowl.
    Crushed pretzels, butter, and sugar pressed into a pie plate.
    Step 2: Press the mixture into a pie plate or springform pan.
    Pureed strawberries, condensed milk, lime juice, and tequila mixed up in a bowl.
    Step 3: Blend strawberries, condensed milk, lime juice, and tequila in a bowl.
    Cool Whip folded into strawberry mixture.
    Step 4: Fold in the Cool Whip.
    Pie mixture poured into a pie plate.
    Step 5: Pour the creamy, dreamy filling into the crust, cover lightly with plastic wrap, and freeze for at least 6 hours.
    Slice of strawberry pie topped with strawberry and lime wedges on a round white plate.
    Step 6: When you're ready to serve, remove the pie from the freezer and let it hang out on your counter for about 15 minutes prior to slicing.

    Tips for Making Strawberry Margarita Pie

    • The easiest way to do puree strawberries is to place them in a food processor or mini chopper, like mine: Proctor Silex Durable Mini 1.5 Cup Food Processor.
    • The easiest and most low-tech way to crush your pretzels is to put them in a zipper-top bag and whack them with a rolling pin. No rolling pin? No problem! You can also use a meat tenderizer, a large can of food, or even a wine bottle (just go easy since it's made of glass!). If you're in a rush, you can also pulse them in a food processor.
    • To make the slices as beautiful and even as possible, run your knife under hot water between each slice.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long will frozen strawberry margarita pie keep?

    Store any leftover pie covered in the freezer. This will keep the pie nice and firm, and it'll stay fresher longer. The pie should keep for up to a week in the freezer, if you have that kind of self control.

    Can you make this pie gluten-free?

    That's an easy one, y'all! Just substitute gluten free pretzels in the crust. There are a bunch of brands out there that carry them - Snyder's, Glutino, Trader Joe's, and Utz are just a few.

    What's the best way to transport a pie?

    So now that you've made this delicious pie, what's the best way to transport it?  I recently discovered a plastic carrier that's perfect for transporting pies, muffins, and cupcakes.  It's the Southern Homewares 3-in-1 Plastic Holder Container.  It offers easy-grip handles, a snap-tight lid, and it's made out of durable plastic.  Available now on Amazon!

    Slice of strawberry pie topped with strawberry and lime wedges on a round white plate.

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    Recipe

    Whole pie topped with strawberry and lime wedges on a round wooden board.

    Frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie

    This delicious frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie will be your go-to pie for the summer. The filling is as decadent as ice cream and pairs beautifully with the salty-sweet pretzel crust.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Freeze Time: 6 hours hours
    Total Time: 6 hours hours 15 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 294kcal
    Author: Anne Clark

    Ingredients

    Crust Ingredients

    • 1-¼ cup crushed pretzels
    • 1 stick of butter, melted
    • ¼ cup granulated sugar

    Filling Ingredients

    • ½ cup crushed or pureed fresh strawberries
    • ½ cup lime juice
    • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
    • 8 oz Cool Whip, thawed
    • 1-½ oz tequila optional
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    Instructions

    • Mix crushed pretzels, melted butter, and sugar in bowl. Press onto the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate. Place in the refrigerator.
    • Mix crushed strawberries, lime juice, condensed milk, and optional tequila in a bowl. A wire whisk works well for mixing.
    • Gently fold in the cool whip with a spatula just until blended. Don't stir or whip vigorously.
    • Pour strawberry mixture on top of the pretzel crust. Freeze for at least 6 hours (overnight is fine, too). Let thaw on countertop 15 minutes before slicing.

    Notes

    The easiest and most low-tech way to crush your pretzels is to put them in a zipper-top bag and whack them with a rolling pin. No rolling pin? No problem! You can also use a meat tenderizer, a large can of food, or even a wine bottle (just go easy since it's made of glass!). If you're in a rush, you can also pulse them in a food processor.
    Want to make this yummy frozen margarita pie but strawberries aren't in season? No worries! Get yourself some frozen strawberries (no sugar added) instead, thaw them and proceed as instructed. BOOM!
    Frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie is now a year-round treat.  To make the slices as beautiful and even as possible, run your knife under hot water between each slice. Garnish with fresh strawberries, sliced lime, and an extra dollop of cool whip. 
    Store pie in the freezer!
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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 240mg | Potassium: 274mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 194IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 179mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy to my readers. I'm not a nutritionist and I don't guarantee the accuracy of this data. The data may differ according to the brands I used versus the brands you use. To calculate the data yourself using your brands, try using an online nutrition calculator or app.

    Whole pie in a white fluted pie dish garnished with lime wedges and strawberry slices.
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    Hi! I'm Anne, the founder and content creator at My Kitchen Serenity, a food blog focused on serving the needs of busy moms and dads who are looking for easy and delicious recipes for the family.

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    1. Carlee

      January 29, 2021 at 6:20 am

      Well that looks beyond delicious! What a fun springy dessert.

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      • MyKitchenSerenity

        January 29, 2021 at 1:25 pm

        Thanks, Carlee! My husband thinks it’s the best thing he’s ever eaten lol.

        Reply
    2. Rebecca - Glutarama

      April 26, 2021 at 6:09 am

      5 stars
      What a wonderfully simple yet beautifully presented dessert idea, great that it can be made both gluten free and vegan too with simple ingredient switches. #MealPlanMonday

      Reply
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