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    Home » Recipes » Cocktails » Tequila Cocktails

    5 Minute Frozen Pineapple Margarita

    Jun 10, 2021(updated Nov 17, 2022)

    By Michelle Weiner

    This 5-minute Frozen Pineapple Margarita is a refreshing and creamy summer party drink. Easy to blend with pineapple, tequila, simple syrup, and lime juice.
    5 from 3 votes
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
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    2 yellow frozen drinks next to small bowls of lime wedges and pineapple

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    2 yellow frozen margaritas next to small bowls of lime wedges and pineapple

    Summer is always better with a fruity, frozen margarita in hand!

    Whether shaken, served on the rocks, or blended with ice, a classic margarita is a party drink that always results in a good time!

    The best way to make a margarita even better? Blend it with ice and fruit! 

    Flavored blended margarita recipes, like this Frozen Pineapple Margarita, take the classic up a notch and infuse a fruity, ice-cold twist. Just like my Frozen Mango Margarita and Frozen Mojito, this cocktail is perfect for summer and totally refreshing.

    All you need are 6 ingredients and a blender. No shaking or straining required! Each sip is nicely balanced and has a creamy, slushy texture.

    2 yellow frozen margaritas next to small bowls of lime wedges and pineapple.

    What’s in a pineapple margarita?

    Frozen margaritas have more ingredients than an on the rocks classic and this recipe is no exception. It’s made with frozen fruit, juice, and substitutes the triple sec or orange liqueur for homemade simple syrup. This is what you need:

    Pineapple juice

    I recommend using one 6-ounce can of pineapple juice (Dole is my go-to brand). Pineapple juice tends to spoil very quickly once exposed to air, which is why canned juice is best. You can also use freshly pressed juice if it’s available where you live.

    Frozen pineapple chunks

    Always choose frozen fruit over fresh. Frozen pineapple will produce a slushy and thick texture when blended, whereas fresh will be much more watery. You should be able to find frozen pineapple at most major grocery stores year-round.

    If you only have fresh pineapple on hand, you can freeze it by laying the chunks on a baking dish, then placing it in the freezer. Transfer the solid pieces to a sealed container or bag for later.

    close up on a yellow frozen margarita topped with lime and pineapple.

    Tequila

    A must in any margarita recipe! Silver tequila is my favorite here but you can use other variations or even another type of liquor. Check out my tequila recommendations above and head to the FAQ section to learn how to make a margarita without tequila.

    If you’re a big fan of tequila like I am, feel free to increase the amount to 1.5 ounces per serving for extra boozy party drinks.

    Simple syrup

    The sweetness from homemade simple syrup is important for balance here. To make simple syrup at home, heat equal amounts of water and granulated sugar together until the sugar dissolves. Bottle it up and use it in even more frozen cocktails, like this Frozen Pineapple Daiquiri.

    bottles of tequila and syrup next to a can of pineapple juice and white plates with pineapple chunks and lime wedges.

    Lime juice and salt

    Fresh or bottled lime juice and salt give the margarita balance and a little tang.

    Ice

    Fresh is best! Make sure to fill your ice cube trays the night before serving these drinks.

    How to make a frozen pineapple margarita

    Learning how to make frozen margaritas couldn’t be easier:

    yellow pineapple chunks and liquid in a blender bowl.

    Step 1: Add all of the ingredients to a blender.

    yellow frozen margarita slush in a large blender bowl.

    Step 2: Blend until smooth, then enjoy!

    Helpful tips

    Here are some helpful tips to help you make the best pineapple margaritas:

    Thicken the texture

    Is the frozen margarita looking a little watery? That’s an easy fix. Keep blending more ice into the mixture to help thicken the texture.

    Equipment needed

    A high-powered blender, like a Vitamix, is recommended when making frozen margaritas because they pulverize ice easily and quickly. A regular blender can also be used but will just take a little longer to blend the ingredients into a smooth mixture.

    Serve with a salt rim

    To go all out on the presentation, run a lime wedge around the margarita glass and dip it in a plate of kosher salt for a salted rim. If you’re a fan of spice, mix the salt with a little chili powder or use Tajin instead. 

    2 yellow frozen drinks topped with lime and pineapple

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    2 yellow frozen drinks next to small bowls of lime wedges and pineapple

    Frozen Pineapple Margarita

    This 5-minute Frozen Pineapple Margarita is a refreshing and creamy summer party drink. Easy to blend with pineapple, tequila, simple syrup, and lime juice.
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    Author: Michelle Weiner
    Course: cocktail
    Cuisine: American, Mexican
    Keyword: blended drinks, frozen drink, summer cocktail
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Makes: 2 cocktails

    Equipment

    • blender
    • dry measuring cups and spoons
    • mini angled measuring cup

    Ingredients

    • 6 ounces pineapple juice
    • 2 ounces blanco tequilla
    • 1 ounce simple syrup
    • 1 ounce lime juice
    • 1 ½ cups ice
    • 1 ½ cups frozen pineapple chunks

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in a high-speed blender.
    • Blend until smooth and serve in chilled cocktail glasses.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 214kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 21mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin A: 83IU | Vitamin C: 72mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg
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