Real Jolly Rancher Jello Shots

Ingredients

• 1 packet Jolly Rancher Jello (Blue flavor, 3 oz packet)
• 1 packet Jolly Rancher Jello (Red flavor, 3 oz packet)
• 1 packet Jolly Rancher Jello (Green flavor, 3 oz packet)
• 3 cups Vodka (80 proof, neutral spirit)
• 3 cups Water (Boiling water for dissolving gelatin)
• 1 can Non‑Stick Cooking Spray (Light coating for silicone shot cups)
• 1 cup Jolly Rancher Candies (Assorted colors, crushed for garnish)

Instructions

1. Infuse Vodka with Jolly Rancher Candies

   Place the blue Jolly Rancher candies into a glass jar, pour in 1 cup of vodka, seal the lid, give it a good shake, and let it sit for about 5 minutes. Repeat the process in separate jars for the red and green candies, using 1 cup of vodka for each color.

   Time: PT5M

2. Prepare the Gelatin Mixture

   In a saucepan bring 3 cups of water to a rolling boil. Remove from heat, add the three packets of Jolly Rancher Jello (blue, red, green) one at a time, stirring until completely dissolved. Slowly stir in the three cups of infused vodka, mixing until the liquid is uniform.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 100°C

3. Prepare the Shot Cups

   Lightly coat each silicone shot cup with non‑stick cooking spray. This ensures the Jello shots release easily after setting.

   Time: PT2M

4. Fill the Cups

   Using a ladle or measuring cup, pour the warm gelatin‑vodka mixture into the sprayed silicone cups, filling each about 2 oz (just below the rim).

   Time: PT5M

5. Crush Garnish Candies

   Place the remaining Jolly Rancher candies in a zip‑lock bag and crush them with a rolling pin until they form small shards. This will be used as a colorful garnish.

   Time: PT3M

6. Add the Garnish

   Sprinkle a pinch of the crushed candy over the surface of each shot for a decorative finish.

   Time: PT2M

7. Chill to Set

   Place the filled and garnished cups in the refrigerator and let them set for at least 2 hours, or until firm to the touch.

   Time: PT2H

   Temperature: 4°C

Nutrition Facts

Calories

150

Protein

0 g

Carbohydrates

15 g

Fat

0 g

Fiber

0 g