Perfect Layered Flag Jello Shots with Vodka
A fun and festive layered jello shot recipe featuring red, white, and blue layers with vodka, perfect for celebrations and parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 48 servings 1x
- Category: Party Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (3 oz / 85 g) strawberry or cherry-flavored gelatin (Jell-O or similar)
- 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold vodka
- 1 package (3 oz / 85 g) unflavored gelatin (Knox brand works well)
- 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) cold vodka
- 1 package (3 oz / 85 g) blueberry or blue raspberry-flavored gelatin
- 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold vodka
Instructions
- Prepare the red layer: In a bowl, dissolve the strawberry or cherry gelatin in 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved (about 2 minutes). Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold vodka. Pour evenly into your 9×13 inch pan. Chill in the fridge for 20-25 minutes or until firm but still slightly tacky to the touch.
- Make the white layer: While the red layer chills, sprinkle unflavored gelatin over 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a separate bowl, dissolve the bloomed gelatin in 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water. Stir in 1/2 cup (120 ml) sweetened condensed milk and 1/4 cup (60 ml) cold vodka. Pour gently over the red layer. Chill for 20-25 minutes until set but tacky.
- Prepare the blue layer: Dissolve blueberry or blue raspberry gelatin in 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved. Let cool slightly, then stir in 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold vodka. Pour gently over the white layer. Chill for at least 20-25 minutes or until fully set.
- Once all layers are set, use a sharp knife to cut the jello into squares or desired shapes. Serve chilled.
Notes
Use a smooth vodka brand like Tito’s or Smirnoff for best texture. Avoid metal pans as they can affect gelatin setting. For a dairy-free white layer, substitute sweetened condensed milk with coconut milk or a dairy-free alternative. Chill each layer until firm but still tacky to ensure clean layering without bleeding colors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jello shot (approx
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 9
- Sodium: 40
- Fat: 0.5
- Saturated Fat: 0.3
- Carbohydrates: 10
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