Jello Shot Recipe

Vodka Jello Shots are a classic party cocktail that’s easy to make and can be made in any flavor you love! Make a bunch, they go fast!

JELLO MIX: This recipe uses 3-ounce boxes of jello. You can grab any flavor you like. If you can only find 6-ounce boxes, be sure to double the rest of the ingredients and have more cups on hand.

VODKA: You need regular vodka for standard jello shots. (I have flavored vodka recommendations below.) But the best vodka for jello shots is a good middle-shelf option.

I’m not talking about high-end $35 a bottle stuff. That’s for martinis and vodka sodas. A $12 bottle of Absolut or Smirnoff will work just fine. Just don’t pick a bottom shelf big plastic bottle. The cheaper vodka will come through in the shots and punch you in the face. You want a vodka that’s a little smoother.

jello shot recipe

Vodka Jello Shots

jello shot recipe

Vodka Jello Shots are a classic party cocktail that’s easy to make and can be made in any flavor you love! Make a bunch, they go fast!

Prep: 5min

Total: 125min

Yield: 10

Serving Size: 1 shot

Nutrition Facts: calories 60 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 1 g, Sodium 42 mg, Sugar 7 g, servingSize 1 shot

Ingredients:

  • 3 ounces flavored gelatin mix
  • 1 cup water (boiling)
  • 1/2 cup water (cold)
  • 1/2 cup vodka ((see note))
  • 10 2-ounce plastic cups with lids

Instruction:

  1. Layout plastic cups on a baking sheet without the lids on. Set aside.
  2. Pour the gelatin mix into a medium mixing bowl or 4-cup liquid measuring cup. Pour the boiling water into the bowl and whisk until gelatin is completely dissolved. Pour in the vodka and cold water and whisk once more to combine.
  3. Pour the jello mixture into the plastic cups, filling about 3/4 full so there is room for the lid to be put on later.
  4. Refrigerate the shots for 2-3 hours or until set. Put a lid on each cup and store in the fridge until ready to serve.

Basic Jello Shots

jello shot recipe

You may be tempted to use straight vodka, but don’t! By using flavored vodka instead of regular, you can create delicious flavors that actually make Jello Shots taste good! Imagine that.Suggested flavor pairings:Strawberry-lemonade: Strawberry gelatin with lemon-flavored vodkaVery Berry: Cherry gelatin with berry-flavored vodkaLimeade: Lime gelatin with watermelon-flavored vodkaLemon Berry Blue: Berry blue gelatin with lemon-flavored vodkaLooking for more inspiration? Check out 20 Cheap Drinks to Make at Home next.

Yield: Makes 16, 1-ounce shots

Ingredients:

  • 1 3-ounce package gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • ½ cup flavored vodka
  • ½ cup cold water

Instruction:

  1. Empty gelatin packet into a large mixing bowl and add boiling water. Whisk together 2 minutes, or until gelatin is fully dissolved. Add vodka and cold water. Stir.
  2. Pour mixture into plastic containers, shot glasses, or small paper cups aligned on a cookie sheet. Refrigerate until set (at least 3 hours or overnight).

How to make jello shots

FAQ

How much alcohol should you put in Jello shots?

Their key takeaways: A standard recipe made with 3 ounces of Jell-O powder calls for 5 ounces of 80-proof vodka and 11 ounces of water, but this results in a shot that tastes watered-down. To make a stronger shot, use just 4 ounces of water and between 8 and 14 ounces of vodka (to taste)

What alcohol is best for Jello shots?

Vodka and white rum are both great options for your alcohol, although other spirits, like gin, whiskey, tequila and brandy are all fair game. Vodka is the most neutral, so it will allow the Jell-O to shine, while other spirits will infuse more of their own essence into the final product.

How to make a jello shot?

Jello shots are just Jello made with a kick. To make the shots, first boil water and pour it in a bowl with your favorite flavor of Jello powder. Whisk the Jello powder to make sure it dissolves in the water. Whisk in cold water and vodka and the mixture is ready to pour into shot glasses or containers.

Do you have to use boiling water for Jello shots?

Don’t skimp on this step—the water needs to be actually boiling to effectively dissolve the powder, and the mixture won’t set if you use less than 4 oz. Stir the mixture until the powder is completely dissolved. Add 1-3/4 cup of 80-proof vodka to the mixture.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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