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Margarita Balls

Margarita Balls: Your New Favorite No-Bake Dessert Delight

Margarita Balls are a zesty no-bake dessert that blends lime, cream cheese, and tequila for a refreshing treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup Vanilla Wafer Crumbs Can substitute with graham cracker crumbs
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use reduced-fat for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can swap for sugar alternative
Flavoring Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Lime Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Tequila Non-alcoholic option available
  • 1 tbsp Orange Liqueur Optional for enhanced flavor
  • 1 tbsp Lime Zest Use zest only, avoid white pith

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the vanilla wafer crumbs, softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, fresh lime juice, and tequila. Mix until smooth.
  2. Take small amounts of the mixture and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place them on a lined baking sheet.
  3. Transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator and let chill for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Prepare a small bowl with lime zest and powdered sugar. Roll each ball in this mixture until coated.
  5. Serve Margarita Balls chilled on a decorative platter or gift boxes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth mixture. Experiment with different citrus flavors for variety.

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