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Festive Christmas Jello Shots with Sprinkles

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Bright, boozy, and covered in sprinkles, these festive Christmas jello shots are ridiculously easy to make and guaranteed to be the star of your holiday party. With beautiful red and green layers and a fun crunch, they bring people together in the best way.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box (3 oz) strawberry or cherry Jell-O
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1/2 cup vodka
  • 1 box (3 oz) lime Jell-O
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 1/2 cup vodka
  • 1/2 cup red and green sprinkles (round ones work best)
  • Whipped cream for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your workspace: Clear off your counter and arrange 20-24 (2-ounce) shot cups on a baking sheet, close together so they don’t tip over.
  2. Make the red layer: In a small bowl, empty the strawberry Jell-O packet. Pour in 1 cup of boiling water and whisk until the powder is completely dissolved (about 2 minutes). Add 1/2 cup cold water and 1/2 cup vodka. Stir gently to avoid bubbles.
  3. Pour the red layer: Carefully pour the red mixture into each shot cup, filling them about one-third full. Refrigerate for 30-40 minutes, or until the red layer is set but still slightly tacky on top.
  4. Make the green layer while you wait: In a separate bowl, repeat the process with the lime Jell-O: 1 cup boiling water, dissolve completely, then add 1/2 cup cold water and 1/2 cup vodka. Set aside at room temperature.
  5. Add the sprinkles: Once the red layer is set, sprinkle about 1 teaspoon of sprinkles over each cup. Don’t press them in.
  6. Pour the green layer: Gently pour the green mixture over the sprinkles and red layer, filling each cup about two-thirds full. Pour slowly to avoid mixing the layers.
  7. Final chill: Place the tray back in the fridge and let the shots set completely for 2-4 hours, or overnight for best texture.
  8. Serve: Just before serving, top each shot with a dollop of whipped cream and a few extra sprinkles. Serve chilled.

Notes

For best results, let the first layer set completely before adding the second. Use name brand Jell-O for firmer texture. If layers mix, the first layer wasn’t set long enough. For non-alcoholic version, replace vodka with equal amount cold water. Can be made up to 5 days ahead; add whipped cream just before serving. Avoid nonpareil sprinkles as they bleed color.

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