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Red, White, and Blue JELLO Shots

Red, White, and Blue JELLO shots are a simple and festive addition to any 4th of July celebration.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Additional Time
4 hrs
Total Time
4 hrs 40 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 236 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 ounce package blue JELLO
  • 3 ounce package cherry JELLO
  • 2 cups boiling water , divided
  • 1 packet Knox unflavored gelatin
  • 1 cup milk , divided
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • Whipped Cream
  • Strawberries and blueberries for garnish , optional
  • edible gold stars

Instructions

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  1. Empty the contents of blue JELLO into a small bowl. Stir for 2 minutes with 1 cup boiling water. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Place tall glasses into a muffin tin tilted or on a baking sheet this just makes it easier to move them in and out of the refrigerator.) Equally, divide blue JELLO mixture between four cups. Place in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes or until it sets.
  3. Meanwhile, start preparing white layer by mixing one packet unflavored gelatin in a small bowl with ¼ cup cold milk. Heat remaining milk, ¾ cup, over high heat until just before boiling, remove. Do not scald. Add the sugar and vanilla. Stir until dissolved and mix with cold milk and gelatin mixture. Stir until well mixed and allow to cool.
  4. Evenly pour white gelatin over blue layer. Place back into the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes or until it starts to set.
  5. Next, mix the cherry JELLO with 1 cup boiling water. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes. When white layer has set, equally divide red over the white layer. Return to refrigerator to set for 3-4 hours.
  6. Do not garnish until ready to serve, especially if it is a hot day!
  7. If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or ratings.

Notes

  • Boozy Shooters: Having an adults only party?? Make your Red, White and Blue JELLO Cups vodka laced. To modify, soak fruit in vodka in an airtight container for 12 hours, drain. For red and blue JELLO layers, use only 1/2 cup boiling water to mix gelatin. Allow to cool slightly before stirring in 1/4 cup vodka. You can also purchase alcoholic whipped cream if you so choose.

Nutrition Information

Calories 236kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 50g (17%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 231mg (10%) Potassium 80mg (2%) Sugar 48g (96%) Vitamin A 100IU (2%) Calcium 73mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 236

% Daily Value*

Calories 236kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 50g 17%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 6mg 2%
Sodium 231mg 10%
Potassium 80mg 2%
Sugar 48g 96%
Vitamin A 100IU 2%
Calcium 73mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.