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4th of July Jello Shots Recipe

Published on June 28, 2017 Updated on March 17, 2022 by Eden

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This 4th of July Spiked Jello Shots Recipe are a must at your 4th of July party! Guests will love these red, white and blue jello shots. Three layers of spiked jello is a beautiful glass shot glass. Serve with min spoons and enjoy.

Also be sure to check out our star-shaped jello shots and more 4th of July dessert ideas!

4th of July Jello Shots

We use a basic formula for our jello shot recipe. It’s easy to make and even better to eat! These red, white and blue jello shots are served in a slanted shot glass from Crate and Barrel. Eat them with a spoon rather than “tossing” one back. It adds a little class and charm to the jello shot.

What Are Jello Shots?

Table of Contents

  • What Are Jello Shots?
  • How to Make 4th of July Jello Shots
    • Ingredients for 4th of Jello Shots
    • Directions for Jello Shots
    • Blue Layer
    • White Layer
    • Red Layer
  • Tips for Making 4th of July Jello Shots
  • When to Serve 4th of July Jello Shots
  • Frequently Asked Questions
    • How long does it take jello shots to set?
    • How do you take jello shots?
  • How much alcohol can you put in Jello shots?
    • More Jello Shots You’ll Love!
  • 4th of July Spiked Jello Shots
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
      • Blue Jello
      • White Jello
      • Red Jello
    • Notes
    • Nutrition

These jiggly, tasty treats – sometimes called ‘jelly shots’ – are simply jelly spiked with alcohol. They are super fun and so easy to make. They can be created a few days in advance if needed. This recipe uses coconut rum for an alcoholic kick.

How to Make 4th of July Jello Shots

Ingredients for 4th of Jello Shots

  • Vodka – A classic spirit for jello shots. Vodka is clean and doesn’t interupt with the flavors in the recipe.
  • Gelatin – This is what thickens the shot and creates the jello texture in the shot.
  • Sweetened Condensed Milk – We use this for the white jello shot layer.
  • Blue Jello – Creates the blue layer. This can come in different flavors, so pick one you like!
  • Cherry Jello or Strawberry Jello – The red layer of the Jello shot. Choose the flavor you like.
  • Boiling Water

Directions for Jello Shots

Full recipe in recipe card below.

Blue Layer

Add berry blue flavored Jello and pour in of boiling water.

Stir until the gelatin completely dissolves.

Pour the blue Jello into the shot glass and place them in the refrigerator. It’s easier if you set the shot glasses cake pan and then place the cake pan in the refrigerator.

Refrigerate for about 20 minutes or until the gelatin is firm enough to add the next layer.

Make the white layer using the directions below and pour that over the already set blue jello.

White Layer

Pour the vodka into a bowl or container. Sprinkle unflavored gelatin over the vodka. Let it stand for about 2 minutes. 

Add boiling water and stir until the gelatin completely dissolves. Pour the sweetened condensed milk and stir well.

Pour the white Jello on top of the blue jello. Refrigerate for about 20 minutes or until the gelatin is firm enough to add the red layer.

Red Layer

Repeat the process with the red jello and then let it set in the refrigerator.

4th of July table with cocktails and jello shots

Tips for Making 4th of July Jello Shots

  • They only keep fresh for 2 days so eat them quickly.
  • Make sure you let each layer set before adding the next.
  • If you want to make these and take them to go then serve them in compostable corn plastic cups with lids.

When to Serve 4th of July Jello Shots

These red, white and blue jello shots are perfect for the 4th of July or any summer party! Here are some occasions you can serve festive jello shots:

4th of July Party

Pool Party

Watermelon Themed Party

Boozy Snow Cone Stand

Outdoor Movie Night

Summer Birthday Party

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take jello shots to set?

Let each layer set about an hour before adding a new layer over the top. It take 2-5 hours for jello shots to set. You can also leave them in the refrigerator overnight.

How do you take jello shots?

Although there are several ways to serve a jello shot… plastic cup, cut into squares, jello shot syringes, we serve these with tiny spoons for guests to use with their shot glass. It’s a classy version of a jello shot!

How much alcohol can you put in Jello shots?

A basic ratio for jello shots is 1 1/2 cups of juice or water, one packet of gelatin, 1/2 – 3/4 cup of alcohol. 

More Jello Shots You’ll Love!

Pina Colada Jello Shots

Cranberry Jello Shots

Hard Apple Cider Jello Shots

Champagne and Chambord Jello Shots

Jameson Whiskey Jello Shots

Skull Jello Shots

Also check out more great cocktail recipes, the best-mixed drinks, tequila cocktails, gin cocktails, vodka cocktails, and cheap drinks to make at home!

fresh fruit and jello shots on a table setting

They’re very fun to serve and taste delicious! See more of our 4th of July party here!

Let us know if you make these layered jello shots by leaving a comment and review below!

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4th of July Spiked Jello Shots

4th of July Spiked Jello Shots are a must at your 4th of July party! Guests will love these red, white and blue jello shots. Three layers of spiked jello is a beautiful glass shot glass.
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Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 shots
Calories: 2937kcal
Author: Eden

Ingredients

  • 3 Cups vodka
  • 3 Cups boiling water
  • 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
  • 4 envelopes Knox® Unflavored Gelatin
  • 3 ounces Berry Blue Flavored Jell-O® Gelatin
  • 3 ounces Strawberry or Cherry Flavored Jell-O® Gelatin

Instructions

Blue Jello

  • Pour 1 cup of vodka into a bowl or container. Sprinkle 1 envelope of unflavored gelatin over the vodka. Let it stand for about 1 minute.
  • Add berry blue flavored Jello and pour in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until the gelatin completely dissolves.
  • Pour the blue Jello the shot glass 1/3 of the way up and place it in the refrigerator.
  • Refrigerate for about 20 minutes or until the gelatin is firm enough to add the next layer.

White Jello

  • Pour 1 cup of vodka into a bowl or container. Sprinkle 2 envelopes of unflavored gelatin over the vodka. Let it stand for about 2 minutes.
  • Add 1 cup of boiling water and stir until the gelatin completely dissolves. Pour the sweetened condensed milk and stir well.
  • Pour the white Jello on top of the blue jello. Refrigerate for about 20 minutes or until the gelatin is firm enough to add the red layer.

Red Jello

  • Pour 1 cup of vodka into a bowl or container. Sprinkle 1 envelope of unflavored gelatin over the vodka. Let it stand for about 1 minute.
  • Add strawberry flavored Jello and pour 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until the gelatin completely dissolves.
  • Pour the red Jello on top of the white Jello. Refrigerate for about half hour or until the gelatin is firm.

Notes

Use strawberry or cherry jello for the red layer.
You can also make these in jello molds or small plastic cups.
Add flavored vodka to the recipe to switch it up. 

Nutrition

Calories: 2937kcal | Carbohydrates: 216g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 549mg | Potassium: 1472mg | Sugar: 216g | Vitamin A: 1060IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 1150mg | Iron: 1mg
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