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Christmas Jello Shots feature red, green and white layers of jello that’s been infused with vodka. These deliciously festive treats are perfect for holiday parties and are always a conversation piece!
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How to Make Christmas Jello Shots
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Layered Christmas Jello Shots
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Watch Recipe Video: How to Make Christmas Jello Shots
When the holidays are approaching, these jello shots will add some pizzazz to your holiday party. Their vivid colors are a fabulous addition to any holiday table and guests love them.
You can spike them with vodka or your favorite liquor, but they’re also great as mocktail shots when you want something family-friendly. The best part? You can make them up to 2 days ahead of time and store in the fridge until serving time.
How to Make Christmas Jello Shots
For these jello shots, you’ll need to buy 3 types of jello:
- Strawberry jello (or raspberry or cherry) for the red layers
- Lime jello for the green layers
- Unflavored gelatin powder for the white layer
The process for making them is simple, although requires some repetition. You’ll need to make red jello with boiling water and cold water in a mixing bowl. Then repeat in a second bowl for the green jello. Finally, combine the unflavored gelatin with sweetened condensed milk and boiling water in a third bowl to make the white layer.
In order to get clean layers, you’ll want to let the liquids cool but not set before pouring into the pan. A 6×9 inch pyrex storage container will work, or alternatively a 7-inch square pan.
Pour about 3/4 cup into the pan to form a layer and then chill for 15 minutes to set. Repeat in alternating colors to make the remaining layers, chilling each time to set.
When you’ve formed all the layers, use a sharp knife to cut into squares. Then use a small, flexible spatula to pop each jello shot out of the pan and onto a serving platter.
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- Strawberry Jello Shots
- Fruity Watermelon Jello Shots
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Layered Christmas Jello Shots
These Christmas Jello Shotsfeature 3 different colors of jello infused with vodka, so delicious and festive. Perfect for a holiday party!
Prep Time: 30 minutes mins
Chilling Time: 2 hours hrs
Total Time: 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
Servings: 20 servings
Ingredients
Red Jello
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 packet unflavored gelatin, 1 teaspoon
- 3 oz strawberry jello powder, 1 packet
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/4 cup vodka, optional
Green Jello
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 packet unflavored gelatin, 1 teaspoon
- 3 oz lime jello powder, 1 packet
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/4 cup vodka, optional
White Jello
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 2 packets unflavored gelatin, 4 teaspoons
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
Red & Green Jello Preparation
For each color: In a medium bowl, add cold water and gelatin. Wait 1-2 minutes, then add jello powder and boiling water.
For each color: Mix each bowl slowly with a spoon for at least one minute to dissolve. Mix in vodka and set aside.
White Jello Preparation
In a medium bowl, add cold water and gelatin. Wait 1-2 minutes and then add boiling water.
Stir for one minute to dissolve. Then mix in sweetened condensed milk.
Assembling the Layers
In a 6x9 pyrex pan (approx size), slowly pour in 3/4 cup of green liquid. Chill at least 15 minutes.
Repeat for White, Red, White, Green, White, Red liquid layers.
To unmold, use a sharp knife to cut squares and a spatula to pop the squares out of the pan. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Make ahead tip: You can make these jello shots up to 2 days ahead of time and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Nutrition Facts
Layered Christmas Jello Shots
Amount per Serving
Calories
111
% Daily Value*
Fat
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
5
%
Cholesterol
7
mg
2
%
Sodium
66
mg
3
%
Potassium
73
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
6
%
Sugar
18
g
20
%
Net Carbs
18
g
36
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
53
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
56
mg
6
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Please read our nutrition disclaimer.
Author: Cindy
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: christmas jello shots, holiday jello shots, holiday shots, layered jello shots
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Editor note: Published Dec 15, 2016 and updated Nov 13, 2019
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posted December 15, 2016 (updated 11/13/19)
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9 comments on “Christmas Jello Shots”
Liz —January 12, 2019 @ 12:47 pm Reply
Hi! Is the unflavored gelatin a 1oz packet?
TipBuzz —June 9, 2019 @ 6:31 am Reply
Hi Liza, Thanks for yoru question. Yes, each packet is 1 oz and that’s correct. Let me know how it goes 🙂
Bernice —January 10, 2019 @ 12:34 pm Reply
Can these also be made without the vodka for a kid friendly version?
TipBuzz —January 10, 2019 @ 8:34 pm Reply
Hi Bernice, Yes, the alcohol is strictly optional. Hope you enjoy! 🙂
Valerie Azevedo —December 13, 2019 @ 10:38 am Reply
They came out beautiful! Definitely will make again.
TipBuzz —December 13, 2019 @ 3:14 pm
Hi Valerie, Congrats – so awesome to hear. I’m sure everyone will enjoy them!
Mikeyla —April 2, 2018 @ 3:53 pm Reply
Cuanto pesa la gelatina sin sabor?
TipBuzz —November 13, 2019 @ 12:44 pm Reply
Hola, es 6 grams
Madison —December 5, 2017 @ 1:24 pm Reply
How strong are these?
