Margarita Pie Ala Al Roker

Indulge in a slice of summer with Al Roker’s irresistible Margarita Pie—an easy, no-bake dessert that captures the zesty, refreshing essence of a classic margarita. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a velvety filling of sweetened condensed milk, freshly squeezed lime juice, tequila, and triple sec, this pie is a harmonious blend of tangy and sweet flavors. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and a hint of lime zest, every bite is a creamy, citrusy delight. Perfect for entertaining, this chilled treat comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time and can be garnished with a sprinkle of coarse sea salt for an added margarita-inspired touch. Whether you’re hosting a summer soirée or simply craving a bright, boozy dessert, this Margarita Pie is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 can (14 ounces) Sweetened condensed milk
• 0.5 cups Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons Tequila
• 1 tablespoon Triple sec or orange liqueur
• 1 cup Heavy whipping cream, chilled
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest, for garnish
• 0.25 teaspoons Coarse sea salt, optional for garnish

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar.

Step 2

Add the melted butter and mix until the crumbs are evenly moistened.

Step 3

Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form the crust.

Step 4

Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.

Step 5

In a large bowl, whisk together the sweetened condensed milk, lime juice, tequila, and triple sec until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar together with a hand mixer or stand mixer until stiff peaks form.

Step 7

Gently fold the whipped cream into the lime mixture in batches until fully incorporated.

Step 8

Pour the filling into the chilled graham cracker crust, smoothing it out with a spatula.

Step 9

Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until firm.

Step 10

Just before serving, garnish the pie with lime zest and a sprinkle of coarse sea salt, if desired.

Step 11

Slice and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1102.5 grams (1102.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3772

Total Fat 208.30g	267%
Saturated Fat 125.10g	626%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 588mg	196%
Sodium 2222mg	97%
Total Carbohydrate 415.00g	151%
Dietary Fiber 5.00g	18%
Total Sugars 311.00g
Protein 49.00g	98%

Vitamin D 63IU	316%
Calcium 1420mg	109%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 1964mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.3%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 44.5%