Whenever I’m hosting a gathering, I make sure to have plenty of options for the adults, including champagne punch, pineapple punch (just add rum!) and these super easy Jello shots.

Jello Shots Ingredients

To make Jello shots you will need just three ingredients: Jello mix, water and vodka. These drinks are perfect with party appetizer recipes like bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers, pigs in a blanket and bacon deviled eggs. This post is not sponsored by nor affiliated with Kraft Heinz or JELL-O.

How Do You Make Jello Shots?

Jello shots are just Jello made with a kick. To make this Jello shots recipe, first boil water in a saucepan and pour it in a mixing bowl with your favorite Jello flavor. Whisk the Jello powder to make sure it dissolves in the hot water. Whisk in cold water and vodka and then stir until well combined. The mixture is now ready to pour into shot glasses or containers. The shots chill in the refrigerator until they are firm and ready to serve.

Tips For The Perfect Shots

Place your shot glasses or containers on a sheet pan before placing the Jello mixture in the glasses or containers. This makes it easy to place the sheet pan with all the Jello shots in the refrigerator. To pour the Jello evenly into the cups, try using a turkey baster to suction the liquid and place it in the containers. You can also use a measuring spoon. Try making several flavors of Jello shots for a variety that will please all of your guests such as raspberry, strawberry, lemon, lime, orange, grape and berry blue. You can also pour the Jello in a baking pan to cool and then cut out small squares instead of using individual cups. To make the gelatin shots not stick, you can put a little cooking spray on the inside of your cups. Simply spray a paper towel and wipe the inside of the cups with the cooking spray.

Flavor Variations

There are many ways to customize your gelatin shots to make them fun for any type of gathering.

Vodka: While standard vodka is a classic ingredient, you can use flavored vodkas like watermelon vodka, vanilla vodka, peach vodka, strawberry vodka or apple vodka. Liquor: Try making shots with liquors like tequila, whiskey, gin, peach schnapps, white rum or coconut rum. You could even make margarita Jello shots with white tequila, lime juice and triple sec. Whipped Cream: Finish your shots with sprinkles or a squirt of whipped cream. Fruit: You can top your Jello shots with bite sized fruit like pitted cherries, blueberries or raspberries.

How Do I make Jello Shots With Two Colors?

To make shots with two or more colors, simply use a 2 ounce shot glass and mix together the water, vodka and Jello mix for your first color. Pour the first color in your Jello shot cups and let the first layer chill and harden in the fridge for at least 1 1/2 hours. I recommend putting your darker colored Jello on the bottom. Next mix up the second color of Jello and carefully pour it on the first layer. After the shots chill again in the refrigerator you will have a 2 layer shot. Repeat for more layers.

Holiday Jello Shots

You can make Jell-o shots for any occasion, like Christmas, Halloween, Valentine’s Day or the 4th of July. Simply change up the colors or make shots with more layers. I like the following colors:

Christmas: I like 2 layer Red strawberry Jello and green lime Jello shots. Halloween: I make Jello shots with orange Jello and purple grape Jello. Valentine’s Day: Cherry, raspberry and strawberry all have great colors. 4th of July: I make 2 layer shots with red strawberry and berry blue Jello. Alternatively, watermelon Jello works well for the summer.

These Jello shots are an easy and fun addition to any party or get-together. I love making shots with different colors and flavors for all tastes. Give them a try at your next event.

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