Five-Layer Holiday Jello Shots with Vodka and Sprinkles
Festive layered jello shots featuring bright lime and strawberry flavors alongside sparkly gold and silver layers and a creamy white layer. Each shot glass displays five distinct colorful layers that create a stunning visual presentation perfect for holiday parties and New Year celebrations. The combination of flavored and unflavored gelatin with vodka creates shots with the right consistency and kick for adult gatherings.
Ingredients
- 1 package Jell-O lime gelatin, 3 ozlemon gelatin1:1flavor
Different citrus flavor profile
- 1 package Jell-O strawberry gelatin, 3 oz
- 3 packages unflavored gelatin
- 3 ¾ cups cold vodka
- 4 tablespoons gold cake sprinkles, crushed
- 4 tablespoons silver cake sprinkles, crushed
- 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- 60 glasses shot glasses, 1.5-ounce
Instructions
- 1
Dissolve each flavored gelatin packet in 1 cup boiling water in separate bowls
- 2
Stir 3/4 cup vodka into each flavored gelatin bowl
- 3
Sprinkle unflavored gelatin over 1/4 cup cool water in three separate bowls and let absorb for 1 minute
- 4
Add 3/4 cup boiling water to each unflavored gelatin bowl and stir until dissolved
- 5
Add gold sprinkles to first unflavored gelatin bowl, silver sprinkles to second, and condensed milk to third
- 6
Stir 3/4 cup vodka into each unflavored gelatin bowl
- 7
Arrange shot glasses on baking trays
- 8
Pour 1 tablespoon of first gelatin mixture into each shot glass
- 9
Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes until set
- 10
Repeat layering process with remaining gelatin mixtures
- 11
Refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight before serving
Tips
Line shot glasses on baking trays before starting to make refrigerator storage easier and prevent spills during transport.
Allow each layer to set completely before adding the next to maintain distinct color separation and prevent bleeding between layers.
Use a small spoon or squeeze bottle to carefully layer the gelatin mixtures and create clean, even layers in each shot glass.
Good to Know
Refrigerate covered for up to 3 days. Keep shot glasses on trays to prevent tipping.
Can be made up to 2 days ahead. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until serving.
Serve chilled directly from refrigerator. Provide small spoons if guests prefer not to drink directly from glasses.
Common Mistakes
Allow each layer to fully set to avoid color bleeding between layers
Use exact measurements to maintain proper gelatin consistency
Keep refrigerated until serving to maintain firm texture
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
Creates similar sparkly effect
Different citrus flavor profile
FAQ
Can I make these without alcohol?
Yes, substitute the vodka with cold water or fruit juice. The shots will be firmer and less alcoholic but still delicious.
What if my layers are bleeding together?
Each layer needs to set completely before adding the next. Wait 20-30 minutes between layers and ensure the refrigerator is cold enough.
How long do these keep in the refrigerator?
These jello shots stay fresh for up to 3 days when covered and refrigerated. The texture may become slightly firmer over time.