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Creamy Frozen Strawberry Margarita Pie

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This easy summer dessert features a creamy strawberry-lime filling in a graham cracker crust, inspired by classic margarita flavors. It’s cool, refreshing, and perfect for potlucks, parties, or a sweet treat on a hot day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 12 sheets, crushed)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled (or substitute frozen, thawed and drained)
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
  • 1 tbsp lime zest
  • 2 tbsp orange liqueur (optional, triple sec or omit for alcohol-free)
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • Extra whipped cream (for garnish)
  • Fresh strawberry slices (for garnish)
  • Thin lime wedges or zest curls (for garnish)
  • Extra graham cracker crumbs (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl. Stir in melted butter until mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Press mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Freeze crust for 20 minutes (or bake at 350°F for 8 minutes for a crunchier base).
  3. In a food processor or blender, pulse strawberries until completely smooth. Set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy (about 2 minutes). Add sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, lime zest, and orange liqueur (if using). Beat until smooth and creamy.
  5. Fold in pureed strawberries and a pinch of salt. Mix until evenly combined.
  6. In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
  7. Gently fold whipped cream into the strawberry cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula until just blended.
  8. Pour filling into the frozen graham cracker crust and smooth the top.
  9. Cover loosely with plastic wrap or foil and freeze for at least 6 hours, or overnight for best texture.
  10. Before serving, let pie sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes for easier slicing.
  11. Garnish with extra whipped cream, fresh strawberries, lime wedges, and graham cracker crumbs as desired.
  12. Slice with a hot knife (run under warm water and wipe dry) for neat wedges. Serve immediately.

Notes

For gluten-free, use GF graham crackers. For dairy-free, substitute vegan cream cheese and coconut whipped cream. Orange liqueur is optional; omit for alcohol-free. Freeze overnight for best results. Let pie sit at room temp for 10-15 minutes before slicing. For clean slices, use a hot knife. Store leftovers tightly wrapped in the freezer for up to 1 week.

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