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Margarita Balls

Margarita Balls: No-Bake Treats to Lift Your Spirits

Margarita Balls are a fun no-bake treat with zesty lime and tequila flavor that will impress your guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 20 balls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mixture
  • 1.5 cups vanilla wafer crumbs Graham cracker crumbs can be a substitute.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Softened, low-fat option works too.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Can reduce or swap with a sugar alternative.
  • 0.25 cups freshly squeezed lime juice Use fresh lime juice for best flavor.
  • 2 ounces tequila Key ingredient for authentic flavor.
  • 0.5 ounces orange liqueur Triple sec can be a substitute.
For Coating
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar Consider mixing in lime zest for extra flavor.

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, combine 1 ½ cups of vanilla wafer crumbs, 8 ounces of softened cream cheese, 1 cup of powdered sugar, ¼ cup of freshly squeezed lime juice, 2 ounces of tequila, and ½ ounce of orange liqueur. Use a spatula to mix until the ingredients are well blended and smooth, about 3-5 minutes.
  2. Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, take portions of the mixture and roll them into balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together ½ cup of powdered sugar and the zest of 1 lime. Roll each ball in the mixture until they are fully coated.
  4. Place the coated Margarita Balls on the parchment-lined tray and refrigerate them for at least 1-2 hours.
  5. Once chilled, arrange the Margarita Balls on a decorative platter and serve as a refreshing treat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients, especially cream cheese, are at room temperature for easier blending. Allow the Margarita Balls to chill thoroughly before serving for the best texture and flavor melding.

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