Boozy Margarita Cupcakes Parfait

Indulge in the delightful fusion of a classic margarita and a luscious parfait with these Boozy Margarita Cupcakes Parfait. Perfect for any celebration or a sweet treat with a twist

Ingredients:

• 1 cup crushed pretzels
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 cups cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup tequila
• 2 tablespoons triple sec
• 1/4 cup lime juice
• 1 tablespoon lime zest
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• Lime slices and pretzel sticks for garnish

Instructions:

In a bowl, mix crushed pretzels, melted butter, and granulated sugar

Press into the bottom of serving glasses

Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then layer it over the pretzel crust in the glasses

In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth

Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined

Pour in tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and lime zest

Mix until smooth and creamy

In another bowl, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form

Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture

Spoon the margarita-flavored cream mixture over the graham cracker layer in the glasses

Chill the parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until set

Garnish with lime slices and pretzel sticks before serving