Grinch Jello Shots
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Grinch Jello Shots
Description
The Grinch Jello Shots recipe uses unflavored powdered gelatin dissolved in water, combined with green food coloring to give a festive color. Peppermint schnapps and vanilla-flavored vodka provide the alcoholic components and a sweet minty flavor. Heating dissolves the gelatin completely without boiling, ensuring the correct set texture. After mixing, the liquid is poured into small cups and refrigerated to firm up.
Once chilled and set, the jello shots can be topped with whipped cream and sprinkles for an added touch. The final product is a firm but yielding gelatin treat with flavor notes of mint and vanilla vodka, suitable for parties or holiday gatherings.
The shots are served cold, individually portioned for convenience. The use of vanilla vodka adds sweetness, but plain vodka can be substituted with added sugar. Peppermint schnapps is optional depending on desired flavor. Alternative flavorings and spirits can be used to vary the profile.
Ingredients
- 1 ¼ cups water
- .50 ounces powdered gelatin unflavored
- ⅛ teaspoon Green Gel Food Coloring
- ⅓ cup peppermint schnapps
- ⅓ cup vodka vanilla flavored
- Whipped Cream for garnish
- Sprinkle hearts for garnish
- 16 1-ounce plastic shot cups or (8) 2-ounce cups
Instructions
- Place shot glasses or plastic cups on a rimmed baking sheet.
- In a medium pot, add the water and the gelatin powder and allow it to sit for 5 minutes.
- Then heat the saucepan over medium-low heat and gently cook it until the gelatin has dissolved. (be careful NOT to bring to a boil!)
- Remove the pot from the stove and add in the food coloring and whisk to combine.
- Next add the peppermint schnapps and vanilla vodka and stir to blend.
- Pour the mixture into a large glass measuring cup or a pitcher with a pour spout and fill the cups until they are almost full.
- Cover cups with their lids or plastic wrap and chill them in the fridge for 4 hours, or until set.
- Enjoy as is or top with whipped cream and a red little sprinkle heart.
Notes
- Vanilla vodka adds sweetness; plain vodka can be used with added sugar.
- Omit peppermint schnapps if mint flavor is not desired.
- Alternative flavors or liquors can be substituted in the gelatin mixture.
- Use Knox unflavored gelatin for consistent texture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 161 ounce shots
Amount Per Serving
Calories 33 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1shot | |
| Calories | 33kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.001g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.001g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.001g | 0% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 0.2mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.01mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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