Easy Patriotic Jello Shots
These red white and blue Jello shots with condensed milk are an easy patriotic party treat made with vodka, colorful Jell-O layers, and festive toppings.
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 cold water (for blooming the gelatin)
- 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
For Garnish:
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles
- Whipped cream
Instructions
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In a mixing bowl, dissolve the blue Jell-O in 1 cup boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved, then mix in ½ cup cold water and ½ cup vodka.
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Pour the blue mixture into 1 oz shot glasses, filling each about one-third full. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours until firm.
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Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over ½ cup cold water and let it bloom for a few minutes. Add 1 cup boiling water and stir until dissolved, then mix in the sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
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Carefully pour the white gelatin mixture over the chilled blue layer until the glasses are two-thirds full. Refrigerate again for 2 to 3 hours until set.
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In another bowl, dissolve the red Jell-O in 1 cup boiling water. Stir in ½ cup cold water and ½ cup vodka until combined.
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Once the white layer is firm, carefully pour the red layer on top of each shot. Refrigerate for another 2 to 3 hours, or overnight for best results.
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Before serving, top each Jello shot with whipped cream and red, white, and blue sprinkles for a festive finish.
Recipe Notes
- Let each layer fully chill before adding the next
- Use a pourable measuring cup for cleaner layers
- Add whipped cream right before serving
- Perfect for pool parties and BBQs
- Chill overnight for the best texture