Creamy Margarita Dip
This bright and creamy margarita dip is full of you favorite margarita flavors and the perfect amount of salt when served on top of a salted pretzel!
Who doesn’t love margaritas? I know I love them and being able to eat them in a dessert dip is even better!
It’s perfect for those sunny summer days, Cinco de Mayo, or just as an appetizer for your Taco Tuesday get together.
Start with one of my easy limeade margaritas, or a blueberry margaritas, throw in some 7 layer dip, these lazy enchiladas, and these tequila lime shrimp and you have a feast!
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See recipe card for complete information on ingredients and their quantities.
Ingredient Notes
- Cream cheese – Be sure to bring to room temperature before mixing.
- Whipped topping – I like to Cool Whip or other frozen whipped topping. Don’t use the whipped cream in the squirt can, it’s too thin. You can make it homemade but use a stabilizer to thicken it.
- Tequila – I prefer to use a blanco tequila. Any of the others will change the color of the dip.
- Triple sec – If you don’t have any, substitute orange juice.
- Lime – Use some juice and the lime zest for maximum flavor.
- Powdered sugar – Be sure to sift it first to avoid lumps.
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How To Make Margarita Dip
- Combine the softened cream cheese and butter in a bowl. Mix to combine.
- Stir in the sifted powdered sugar.
- Pour in the tequila (or lime liqueur) and triple sec. Stir to combine.
- Fold in the whipped topping. Garnish with lime zest and serve with pretzels.
For the full recipe and detailed instructions, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Storage
This dip is best served right away or within 12 hours. If you prep ahead, store it in the refrigerator, in an airtight container.
Give it a quick stir before serving again.
My Favorite Dessert Dips
- Banana cream pie dip – Imagine banana pudding with a hint of spirit.
- Brownie batter dip – Better than licking the bowl before baking them.
- Booty dip – Who can resist chocolate chips?
- Hot cocoa dip – Enjoy a holiday classic as a dip.
- Dunkaroo dip – Better than a funfetti cookie!
- Chai latte dip – Skip your morning cup for a fun dessert or snack.
- Oatmeal cream pie dip – Remember this lunchbox favorite? Try it as a dip!
Serving Suggestions
- Salted pretzels
- Graham crackers
- Angel food cake
- Shortbread cookies
- Fresh fruit
- Cinnamon sugar pita chips
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Be sure to have the cream cheese and butter at room temperature to make mixing easier.
- If you don’t use lime liqueur, you might want to add a little lime juice to the dip for extra flavor. The lime zest might not be enough.
- I use this zester to get the most amount of zest.
- For limes that are close to being past their prime, I zest and then juice them. Store the zest and juice separately in these containers in the freezer.
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Be sure to serve this margarita dip recipe with some salted pretzels for maximum flavor. I like the twists for the margarita dip so I can get as much as you can on the pretzel. The sticks just don’t do it justice.
Creamy Margarita Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 8 ounces whipped topping thawed
- 8 tablespoons butter unsalted, room temperature
- 1/4 cup tequila or lime liqueur
- 1 tablespoon triple sec
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- lime zest for garnish
Instructions
- Cream together the butter and cream cheese.
- Add the powdered sugar.
- Stir in the triple sec and spirit of your choice (tequila/lime liqueur) and stir to combine.
- When fully mixed, fold in the whipped topping.
- Place in serving dish or store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Serve with salted pretzels.
Notes
- Be sure to have the cream cheese and butter at room temperature to make mixing easier.
- If you don’t use lime liqueur, you might want to add a little lime juice to the dip for extra flavor. The lime zest might not be enough.
- I use this zester to get the most amount of zest.
- For limes that are close to being past their prime, I zest and then juice them. Store the zest and juice separately in these containers in the freezer.
Nutrition
{Originally published 01/13/16 – Photos and recipe notes updated 09/25/25}
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This recipe looks wonderful! I am just wondering if there should
be lime juice in the dip and not just zest for garnishing.
Monica
I think that’s a great idea. When I use the lime liqueur it is fine but if you just use tequila I can see where you would want to add more lime juice. Just be sure to watch the ratios or you might need to add more powdered sugar or it will be too thin.
I followed this recipe exactly as printed. It was delicious. I think if I make it again I will squeeze some of the fresh lime in with the butter and cream cheese while blending. I think it might enhance the lime flavor. Some people comented that the lime zest was a wonderful addition.
Can this be made the day before and refrigerated or is it better made and served the day of?
I actually like it prepared the day before as the flavor gets more intense. Just be sure to give it a good stir before serving.
Amazing flavor! Tastes like a bite of Key Lime Pie!
This is a crazy idea (in a good way!) I love it!! Thanks for bringing this by Throwback Thursday!
Mollie
Thanks for hosting a great party!
This looks all sorts of amazing! Thanks for linking up to What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!
Thanks for a great party!
What a fun idea! Thanks for sharing on the Creative K. Kids Tasty Tuesdays Linky Party. I hope you will join us again next week.
Thanks for hosting a great party!
I love anything involving a Margarita- this would be so much fun to bring to a party!
Eat your cocktails!!! Reminds me to tell myself that Bloody Marys are technically a lunch with all those veggies!
Wow…this recipe sounds (and looks) so delicious! I’m definitely pinning so I can make it sometime soon!!! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Share The Wealth Sunday!
xoxo
Lisa
Thanks for a great party!
Thanks so much! I will do that!
You rock! What a great way to use your favorite cocktail in dip form! Thanks so much for sharing at Oh My Heartsie Girls Wordless Wednesdays!
Thanks for a great party!
Sweet, savoury and boozy, this dip has all the main ingredients for a delicious party.
I hope you like it! I am hoping to get back in good graces with tequila soon!
Sweet, savoury and boozy, this dip has all the main ingredients for a delicious party.
Sweet, savoury and boozy, this dip has all the main ingredients for a delicious party.
This looks so delicious! Thanks for sharing it at The Pretty Pintastic Party! We enjoyed it so much we are featuring it at this weekend’s party. Stop by, grab a featured badge, and link up some more awesome posts!
Thanks so much!!! I will do that!
This sounds amazing! Tequila and I don’t get along either, but substituting it with the lime liquor is something I probably can handle.
Thanks for sharing at Manic Monday!!
I found it a great substitute for tequila and still have drinks with my friends:)
This is seriously one of the most awesome things I have ever seen. I CANNOT wait until this baby is out so I can try this!!
Thanks Morgan! I hope you like it!
Wow, this is super creative! Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty!
Thanks Hannah! And thanks for a great party!
This sounds amazing, love the suggestion of lime liquor too!
Thanks Kellie! That is my new favorite spirit since tequila and I are still on the outs:)
What a fun dip. I am sure it would be a huge hit at our ladies night.
Thanks for reading Christie! I hope you guys devour it!
This is an awesome idea! I can totally identify with you, my number 1 worst ever hangover came courtesy of Bobby Flay’s margaritas. It was so bad…
Any dish with Margarita in the title is a dish I want to try. Yummo! 🙂
Thanks Susan!
See now I’ve had the opposite experience with tequila. I used to hate it, but now tequila and I are friends. Speaking of friends, I’ll have to make this at my next girls night in. My friends would love this.
I guess I am more of a vodka girl. I have seen those articles that said tequila helps you lose weight. I need to make friends with it again:)
you’ve combined two of my favorite things, margaritas and dips! perfect for playoff weekend