There’s nothing better than a festive treat that makes you feel patriotic, and these 4th of July shots definitely fit the bill. I serve them alongside other American classics such as smoked ribs, grilled corn on the cob, dill potato salad and fresh strawberry pie for a memorable meal. Red white and blue Jello shots are a great way to celebrate the patriotic holidays. You can even prepare this 4th of July treat without alcohol as a fun mini dessert for the kids!
Red White And Blue Jello Shots Ingredients
To make red white and blue Jello shots, you will need berry blue Jello, red jello, sweetened condensed milk, vodka, water, unflavored gelatin, whipped cream and patriotic sprinkles.
How Do You Make Red White And Blue Jello Shots?
First, prepare the blue Jello layer by mixing the Jello powder with boiling water in a mixing bowl until it dissolves. Add water and vodka to the gelatin, then pour the blue liquid into the bottom of each shot cup or shot glass. Let the blue layer chill until it is set. For the white layer, place water in a pan and sprinkle the unflavored gelatin packets over the top. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes so the gelatin can bloom. Place the pan on the stove, then cook to dissolve the gelatin. Remove the pan from the heat, then stir in the condensed milk. Let the mixture cool for about 10 minutes, then add a layer of white gelatin on top of the blue gelatin in each cup. Return the shots to the fridge and chill until set. Prepare the red layer by mixing cherry or strawberry Jello with boiling water. Whisk until all the powder dissolves, then add cold water and vodka. Let the mixture cool slightly, then add the red layer on top of the white and blue layers. Chill until the shots are completely firm. When you’re ready to serve the shots, add a little whipped cream and sprinkles, then enjoy!
Tips For The Perfect Shots
Place all the shot cups on a rimmed baking sheet. This makes it easy to transfer them back and forth from the fridge without spilling. It’s important to make sure each layer is set before you add the next layer so that the colors don’t run together. You can use whipped cream or thawed whipped topping for the final garnish. Spoon a little whipped cream on top, or use a piping bag to add the whipped cream. Red white and blue Jello shots will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Flavor Variations
This recipe is delicious as-is, but you can customize some of the ingredients to suit your tastes.
Jell-O: I prefer the color and flavor of strawberry Jello, but feel free to use another red flavor such as cherry, raspberry or even cranberry. Alcohol: Try a flavored vodka such as berry vodka or vanilla vodka. You can also use tequila or coconut rum. Garnish: Top your shots with a maraschino cherry for a fun finish. Non-Alcoholic: Replace the vodka in the recipe with water.
Your guests will love these adorable and delicious red white and blue Jello shots. They’re definitely worth the effort to make!
