This 4th of July Spiked Jello Shots Recipe is 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!
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?
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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.
Looking for more shot recipes? Check out our Jolly Rancher shots, Gummy Bear shots, and birthday cake shots.
How to Make 4th of July Jello Shots
Ingredients for 4th of Jello Shots
- Vodka – A classic spirit for jello shots. The vodka is clean and doesn’t interrupt 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 the 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 the recipe card below.
Blue Layer
Add berry blue flavored Jello and pour in 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.
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:
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take jello shots to set?
Let each layer set for 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 cups, cut into squares, and jello shot syringes, we serve these with tiny spoons for guests to use with their shot glasses. 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.
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4th of July Spiked Jello Shots
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.
