The best jello shot recipes you will ever need are right here! From basic flavors to the more complicated and cocktail-inspired, don’t miss out on these party treats. They are making a comeback!
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The jello shot is back!
I recently read an article in Punch announcing the return of the Jello shot.
After two years of fewer parties and less time with our loved ones, people are back to celebrating, — both at home and out and about — and jello shots are invited.
Though I’m years out of college, I don’t mind a jello shot or two, especially more grown-up flavors like champagne or margarita. Below I’m sharing a little about making jello shots as well as some of the best jello shot flavors.
How to make jello shots
There are two ways to make jello shots: with flavored gelatin dessert mix or unflavored gelatin powder. Neither way is right or wrong!
Jello shots with flavored jello are made with a brand-name gelatin mix, like Jell-O or Starburst. They are typically made with vodka, though other spirits can be used.
Jello shots with unflavored gelatin are made with powdered gelatin (most commonly Knox brand). They can be used with multiple flavors of juice and types of spirits to create limitless flavor combinations.
Gelatin isn’t vegan, however. If you’re in need of a vegan option, don’t miss this recipe for vegan jello shots.
If you endeavor to make jello shots, make sure to check out these tips and tricks.
Best cups for jello shots
Jello shots are most often served in little cups for individual enjoyment.
Jello shot cups with lids are great for storing a lot in the fridge (they stack!) and for transporting (their smooth tops are protected!)
These plastic shot glasses are great for shots that look like miniature cocktails.
You can even make them jigglers style (remember those?) by pouring the mixture into a lightly greased baking dish, then cutting them into squares.
At Halloween, these plastic syringes make for a super creepy presentation! (Especially if you pair them with vodka gummy worms.)
If you don’t have enough of the small shot glasses, you can use ice cube trays or even a muffin tin.
The Best Jello Shot Recipes
Jello shots come in every color in the rainbow and can be made with just about any liquor or flavor combination.
Anytime Jello Shots
These jello shots can withstand the test of time. Make them any time of year.
Learn how to make jello shots with vodka and boxed gelatin dessert mix.
Made with real champagne (or any sparkling wine like prosecco), enjoy these sparkly gelatin alcoholic treats for celebrations all year long, from New Years to birthdays.
Sweet and gingery with a touch of citrus, turn the classic vodka mule cocktail into Moscow Mule Jello Shots.
Spring Jello Shots
These recipes for jello shots work well for spring parties and holidays.
These layered gelatin treats for St. Patrick's Day look like miniature beers, but taste of Irish coffee and the popular Baby Guinness shooters.
Mojito jello shots are inspired by everyone's favorite minty rum cocktail. So perfect for summer!
These gummy bear jello shots are so fun and colorful! They contain real gummy bears, too.
Summer Jello Shots
These jello shots are perfect for warm weather. Make them for beach days, pool parties and summer soirees.
Perfect for summer or taco night, Margarita Jello Shots are made with tequila and lime juice.
Paloma Jello Shots are a jiggly take on the classic tequila cocktail. Sweet and tart, the grapefruit flavor is so unique for a jelly shot!
For a patriotic treat, these jello shot stars are made with chunks of red jello and blue jello. They're cut into pieces and combined with white jello: an unflavored gelatin mixture made with sweetened condensed milk.
Summertime calls for a dreamy orange creamsicle, but why not in jello shot form?
These tequila jello shots are just like the classic cocktail with layers of orange and grenadine!
These tequila jello shots feature margarita mix, lime jello and your favorite tequila for a fun party treat.
Fall & Winter Jello Shots
For the fall and winter months, these jello shots are perfect for holiday celebrations.
Glow-in-the-dark jello shot are ones that guests won't soon forget! These are gin & tonic jello shots, and the glowing is thanks to the quinine in tonic water.
Fireball jello shots are made with cinnamon whiskey and orange jello for a wintry delight.
Perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas, these cranberry-flavored shots are perfect for celebrating with family.
With all the flavors of autumn, these Apple Cider Jello Shots are made with apple cider and cinnamon whiskey, and make a great holiday treat!
Okay, so these ones aren't fruity jello, but they're just as fun and made with pudding mix! Rumchata is a cinnamon-flavored cream liqueur.
Cinnamon whiskey and green apple jello together make for a tasty apple dessert jello shot. They taste like apple pie!
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