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Festive Red White and Blue Layered Jello Shots

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A visually stunning and delicious layered jello shot recipe perfect for celebrations like Independence Day, featuring vibrant red, white, and blue layers with a creamy middle layer.

Ingredients

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  • Red Layer: 1 package (3 oz / 85 g) strawberry or cherry flavored gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water (240 ml)
  • ½ cup cold vodka or water (120 ml)
  • White Layer: 1 package (3 oz / 85 g) unflavored gelatin powder
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk (240 ml)
  • 1 cup boiling water (240 ml)
  • ½ cup cold vodka or milk (120 ml)
  • Blue Layer: 1 package (3 oz / 85 g) blue raspberry flavored gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water (240 ml)
  • ½ cup cold vodka or water (120 ml)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the red layer: Dissolve the red gelatin powder in 1 cup boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved (about 2 minutes). Add ½ cup cold vodka or water and mix well. Pour evenly into shot glasses, filling about one-third full. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes until firm but slightly tacky.
  2. Prepare the white layer: Sprinkle unflavored gelatin over 1 cup cold water and let bloom for 5 minutes. Warm the bloomed gelatin gently until fully melted. In a separate bowl, mix sweetened condensed milk with ½ cup vodka or milk. Combine melted gelatin with the milk mixture and stir thoroughly.
  3. Once the red layer is set, gently pour the white layer over it using a spoon to avoid disturbing the red layer. Chill for another 30 minutes until set but slightly tacky.
  4. Prepare the blue layer: Dissolve blue raspberry gelatin in 1 cup boiling water. Stir until dissolved, then add ½ cup vodka or water. Cool slightly but do not let it set.
  5. Gently pour the blue layer over the white layer using the spoon technique to keep layers distinct. Chill the entire tray for at least 2 hours until completely set.
  6. Keep refrigerated until serving. For easy removal, gently loosen edges with a small knife if using silicone molds, or serve directly in shot glasses.

Notes

Ensure each layer is fully set or at least tacky before adding the next to prevent colors from bleeding. Pour layers slowly over the back of a spoon to maintain crisp edges. Use unflavored gelatin for the white layer to keep it creamy and colorless. Alcohol can be substituted with sparkling water or soda for a non-alcoholic version. Keep shots refrigerated and consume within 3 days for best texture.

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Keywords: jello shots, layered jello, patriotic dessert, red white and blue, party shots, Fourth of July, celebration recipe

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