Dreamsicle Margarita
Recipe: #8457
March 03, 2013
Categories: Beverages, Alcohol, Cocktails, Mexican, North American, Cinco de Mayo Entertaining, , , more
"Dreamy and creamy."
Original is 1 serving
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (649.4 g)
- Calories 723.6
- Total Fat - 28.4 g
- Saturated Fat - 15.5 g
- Cholesterol - 94.5 mg
- Sodium - 1208.9 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 107.8 g
- Dietary Fiber - 9.4 g
- Sugars - 44.4 g
- Protein - 16.4 g
- Calcium - 309.7 mg
- Iron - 6.5 mg
- Vitamin C - 132.7 mg
- Thiamin - 0.7 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Process all ingredients in a blender until smooth.
Step 2
Pour into a margarita glass (you may first frost the rim with granulated sugar, by wetting with a little orange soda, and placing in granulated sugar, if desired).
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- For best results, use a good quality tequila.
- If you don't have Triple Sec, you can use other orange liqueurs such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau.
- Substitute coconut cream for the vanilla ice cream - Coconut cream is a dairy-free alternative that provides the same creamy texture as the ice cream. It is also a healthier choice, as it is lower in fat and calories.
- Substitute agave syrup for the triple sec - Agave syrup is a natural sweetener that is lower in sugar than triple sec. It also adds a subtle sweetness to the margarita, without overpowering the other flavors.
Frozen Dreamsicle Margarita Combine the tequila, triple sec, orange soda, orange juice concentrate, and ice cream in a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into a margarita glass and top with crushed ice. Serve immediately.
Frozen Blueberry Margarita Combine the tequila, triple sec, blueberry soda, lime juice, and ice cream in a blender. Blend until smooth. Pour into a margarita glass and top with crushed ice. Serve immediately.
Mexican Street Corn: This classic Mexican side dish is a great accompaniment to the Dreamsicle Margarita. It's creamy, spicy, and cheesy, making it the perfect balance to the sweet and tart flavors of the margarita. Plus, it's quick and easy to make!
Grilled Shrimp Tacos: These tacos are the perfect complement to the Dreamsicle Margarita, adding a light and fresh flavor to the meal. The shrimp is marinated in a zesty citrus marinade and grilled to perfection, then served in warm tortillas with a variety of toppings. The combination of the sweet and tart margarita and the flavorful tacos is sure to be a hit!
FAQ
Q: What type of glass should I use?
A: For this recipe, a margarita glass is recommended. You can also frost the rim with granulated sugar, if desired.
Q: What is the best way to mix the ingredients?
A: For the best results, we recommend mixing the ingredients in a shaker with ice for about 30 seconds. This will help ensure that the drink is well-chilled and properly mixed.
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Fun facts:
The Dreamsicle Margarita was inspired by the classic Dreamsicle ice cream pop, which was created in the 1920s and is still popular today!
The Margarita cocktail, which is the basis for the Dreamsicle Margarita, was supposedly invented in 1938 by a bartender in Mexico for a showgirl named Marjorie King who was allergic to all hard alcohols except tequila.