These Easter Jell-O Shots are bright and festive. They are a delicious spring treat for the adults while the kids are enjoying the egg hunt.
Who loves Jell-O shots?? They are always a hit at parties and gatherings. Who can resist those cute little individually portioned gems in all the bright colors??
Since Easter is typically centered around the kiddos – I thought we needed a little something made just for the adults. These Easter Jell-O Shots were the perfect thing.
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I super love the colorful layers. They make me happy. We made these with yellow, purple, and pink – but they would be cute with green or white or any other color you like.
Maybe make different batches – certain colors for adults only and then may regular Jell-O in the cups in a different color for the kids.
Jello Shots Vodka
Here are some commonly asked questions
Where can I find the cups for jello shots?
Sometimes you can find them at places like Walmart or the dollar store. But since we live very rural and have mostly mom & pop places around here – I order mine online from Amazon. I have a link towards the bottom of the post to the ones I like.
Can these be made with regular vodka?
Yep – you can use plain vodka instead of the flavored kind if you have that instead. We just thought that the added whipped cream flavor would be delicious along with the grape, lemon, and pink starburst flavors.
Can these be made with rum?
Looking for rum jello shots instead? You can swap out the vodka for rum – be sure to use white rum for these. Just keep the alcohol measurement the same – these won’t set and solidify if the ratios are off.
What to do if jello shots don’t set
If you use too much alcohol and not enough water, the jello shots won’t solidify correctly.
To fix – heat the liquid. The blooming of gelatin crystals will be enhanced by the heating process. You may also thicken the jello that isn’t setting by reheating it. If required, you can also add more bloomed gelatin while heating it up.
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Ingredients for Easter Jell-O Shots
- Pink Starburst Jell-O
- Lemon Jell-O
- Grape Jell-O
- Whipped Cream Vodka
- Boiling Water
- Cold Water
- Whipped Cream – optional
Is it possible to get intoxicated off jello shots?
Depending on how tolerant you are to alcohol and how many you have – yes, you can become intoxicated eventually. The fact is that while there is a strong alcohol taste to each shot, there really isn’t that much in each shot at all. 1 drink is equivalent to approximately 4 jello shots.
How to Make Easter Jell-O Shots
- Line the cups up on a baking sheet that will fit all of them. No lids.
- Place the yellow jello mix in a medium mixing bowl and add ½ cup boiling water. Mix until no graininess remains.
- Add ¾ cup vodka and ½ cup cold water to the bowl. Mix well.
- Using the injector, fill up each shot cup a third of the way.
- Place in the fridge for an hour or until solidified.
- Repeat steps 2-4 but use the grape jello instead.
- Once the purple jello has solidified, repeat steps 2-4 for the pink jello.
- Once the last layer has solidified, top with some whipped cream, if desired, and enjoy!
How do you take jello shots?
If you’re using the style of cups shown, run your finger around the outer edge of the shot and then shake the Jell-O into your mouth – out of the cup.
Why are jello shots popular?
There are a few reasons why jello shots are popular. For one, they’re usually pretty cheap to make. They’re also pretty easy to make and can be made in all kinds of flavors. And lastly, they taste good and people tend to like the way they feel after drinking them.
NOTES for the best Jell-O Shots
- Do not add whipped cream to the top of your shots if you’re not serving them right away. You’ll want to keep lids on your shots and top them right before serving.
- For some strange reason, I had to go through three grape jello boxes as it seemed to react differently than the other flavors. If you have an issue with it not setting up, add less liquid, starting with the alcohol. You can also place it in the freezer before placing the last layer on.
- You can use any vodka or alcohol you prefer, just don’t go over ¾ cup of alcohol in each layer as it won’t solidify if you do.
- Don’t try and add a new layer until the layer below it is solid. If it’s runny at all, it will make the colors mix.
- You can keep these in the fridge for up to 5 days, with lids.
- You can use other means to get the liquid in the cups. However, I have not found anything that works as quickly or cleanly as the injector. Strange? Maybe, but it works.
Can jello shots be frozen?
Gelatin is the most important component of jello. Gelatin doesn’t freeze well and, if you put solid jello shots in the freezer, the gelatin may expand and destroy their form and texture. The chemical structure of gelatin is disrupted when it is frozen, causing it to crystallize and grow.
Products I love when making these Jell-O shots…
This Jell-O shot recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me this time of year, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made Jell-o shots before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love them. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this fun adult treat recipe. (you can also SHOP MY FAVORITES in my store)
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Easter Jell-O Shots
Ingredients
- 1 box Pink Starburst Jell-O 3.93 ounces
- 1 box Lemon Jell-O 3 ounces
- 1 box Grape Jell-O 3 ounces
- 2 ¼ Cups Whipped Cream Vodka
- 1 ½ Cups Boiling Water
- 1 ½ Cups Cold Water
- Whipped Cream optional
Instructions
- Line the cups up on a baking sheet that will fit all of them. No lids.
- Place the yellow jello mix in a medium mixing bowl and add ½ cup boiling water. Mix until no graininess remains.
- Add ¾ cup vodka and ½ cup cold water to the bowl. Mix well.
- Using the injector, fill up each shot cup a third of the way.
- Place in the fridge for an hour or until solidified.
- Repeat steps 2-4, but use the grape jello instead.
- Once the purple jello has solidified, repeat steps 2-4 for the pink jello.
- Once the last layer has solidified, top with some whipped cream, if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- Do not add whipped cream to the top of your shots if you’re not serving them right away. You’ll want to keep lids on your shots and top them right before serving.
- For some strange reason, I had to go through three grape jello boxes as it seemed to react differently than the other flavors. If you have an issue with it not setting up, add less liquid, starting with the alcohol. You can also place it in the freezer before placing the last layer on.
- You can use any vodka or alcohol you prefer, just don’t go over ¾ cup of alcohol in each layer as it won’t solidify if you do.
- Don’t try and add a new layer until the layer below it is solid. If it’s runny at all, it will make the colors mix.
- You can keep these in the fridge for up to 5 days, with lids.
- You can use other means to get the liquid in the cups. However, I have not found anything that works as quickly or cleanly as the injector. Strange? Maybe, but it works.
Equipment
- 30 2-Ounce Shot Cups with Lids
- Baking Sheet
- Injector
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