Description
These spooky Eyeball Jello Shots are a fun and festive treat perfect for Halloween parties or themed gatherings. Made with strawberry gelatin, vodka, and topped with gummy eyeball candies, they offer a playful and tasty way to enjoy a boozy dessert. Easy to prepare and chill, these jello shots are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Jello Mixture
- 3 ounce box Strawberry Jell-O gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ cup vodka
Garnish
- 12 gummy eyeball candies
Instructions
- Dissolve Gelatin: In a large bowl with a pour spout, combine the strawberry gelatin powder with 1 cup of boiling water. Whisk thoroughly until the gelatin is completely dissolved and smooth.
- Add Cold Water and Vodka: Stir in ½ cup of cold water and ½ cup of vodka to the gelatin mixture, blending well to combine.
- Pour into Cups: Arrange twelve 2-ounce jello shot cups on a rimmed tray to catch any spills. Carefully pour the strawberry mixture into each cup up to the fill line, leaving about 1/8 inch of space from the rim.
- Initial Chill and Add Eyeballs: Place the tray in the refrigerator for 1 to 1½ hours, or until the jello shots are partially set but still somewhat firm. Then, gently place one gummy eyeball candy on top of each partially set jello shot.
- Final Chill: Return the tray to the refrigerator and chill for an additional 1½ hours to overnight to allow the jello shots to fully set and firm up.
- Serve or Store: Once fully set, put lids on each jello shot cup and store them stacked in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Notes
- Use a rimmed tray when setting the jello shots to avoid spills in the refrigerator.
- You can substitute vodka with any other clear liquor if preferred.
- For non-alcoholic version, replace vodka with an equal amount of cold water.
- Allow the jello shots to set completely for a firm texture that holds the gummy eyeball in place.
- Store jello shots in the refrigerator and consume within 2-3 days for best taste and freshness.
