Raise a Toast with Patriotic Jell-O Shots!
If you’re planning a party and want a fun, festive way to get everyone in the celebratory spirit, these Patriotic Jell-O Shots are a must-try! With vibrant layers of red, white, and blue, these boozy treats are as eye-catching as they are delicious. Whether it’s the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or just a star-spangled celebration, these shots are guaranteed to be the life of the party.
How to Make Patriotic Jell-O Shots
Ingredients you’ll need for blue layer at the bottom
Ingredients you’ll need for white layer at the middle
Ingredients you’ll need for red layer at the top
Step by Step Guide
1. Let’s start by making the blue layer at the bottom. Gather all the ingredients you’ll need.
2. Dissolve 1 box of blue Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water.
3. Stir in ½ cup vodka if serving as an alcoholic treat, then add ½ cup cold water.
4. Pour the mixture into 1 oz shot glasses, filling them about a third of the way. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours until fully set.
5. While waiting for the blue mixture to set in the cups, let’s prepare the white layer.
6. Sprinkle 2 packets of unflavored gelatin over ½ cup cold water and let it “bloom” for a few minutes.
7. Add 1 cup boiling water and stir until the gelatin dissolves.
8. Mix in 1 can of sweetened condensed milk and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
9. Once the blue layer is set, gently pour the white mixture over it, filling another third of the glasses. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
10. While waiting, gather all the ingredients for the red layer, and let’s start mixing.
11. Dissolve 1 box of red Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water.
12. Stir in ½ cup vodka and ½ cup cold water.
13. Once the white layer is set, carefully pour the red mixture on top, filling to the brim. Refrigerate for another 2-3 hours or overnight for best results.
14. Right before serving, top each Jell-O shot with a dollop of whipped cream. Add a pinch of red, white, and blue sprinkles for a festive finish.
Pro Tips for Perfect Jell-O Shots
- Patience Pays Off: Let each layer fully set before adding the next to keep them clean and defined.
- Pour with Care: Use a small spoon or squeeze bottle to gently layer the liquids.
- Plan Ahead: Make these the night before for stress-free party prep.
And there you have it! These Patriotic Jell-O Shots are more than just a drink; they’re a party in a cup! With their vibrant colors, creamy texture, and boozy kick, they’ll be the star of your spread. Whip up a batch (or two), and watch them disappear in no time.
So, grab your shot glasses, channel your inner mixologist, and get ready to toast to good times and great company. Cheers!
Patriotic Jell-O Shots (Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic Version)
Ingredients
Blue Layer (Bottom)
- 1 box of blue Jell-O (e.g., berry blue)
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ cup vodka
White Layer (Middle)
- 2 packets of unflavored gelatin
- ½ cup cold water (for blooming the gelatin)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
Red Layer (Top)
- 1 box of red Jell-O (e.g., cherry or strawberry)
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ cup vodka (optional, omit for a non-alcoholic version)
For Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles
Instructions
Blue Layer (Bottom)
- Let's start by making the blue layer at the bottom. Gather all the ingredients you'll need.
- Dissolve 1 box of blue Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water.
- Stir in ½ cup vodka if serving as an alcoholic treat, then add ½ cup cold water.
- Pour the mixture into 1 oz shot glasses, filling them about a third of the way. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours until fully set.
White Layer (Middle)
- While waiting for the blue mixture to set in the cups, let's prepare the white layer.
- Sprinkle 2 packets of unflavored gelatin over ½ cup cold water and let it "bloom" for a few minutes.
- Add 1 cup boiling water and stir until the gelatin dissolves.
- Mix in 1 can of sweetened condensed milk and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Once the blue layer is set, gently pour the white mixture over it, filling another third of the glasses. Refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
Red Layer (Top)
- While waiting, gather all the ingredients for the red layer, and let's start mixing.
- Dissolve 1 box of red Jell-O in 1 cup of boiling water.
- Stir in ½ cup vodka and ½ cup cold water.
- Once the white layer is set, carefully pour the red mixture on top, filling to the brim. Refrigerate for another 2-3 hours or overnight for best results.
- Right before serving, top each Jell-O shot with a dollop of whipped cream. Add a pinch of red, white, and blue sprinkles for a festive finish.
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