You’re Doing It All Wrong - How To Make Jell-O Shots
You’re Doing It All Wrong - How To Make Jell-O Shots is a easy American recipe that serves 20. 70 calories per serving. Recipe by Chowhound on YouTube.
Prep: 15 min | Cook: 5 min | Total: 30 min
Cost: $9.99 total, $0.50 per serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup Water (Use a fluid‑ounce measuring cup; can be tap water)
- 1 packet Lime Flavored Jell‑O (Standard 3‑oz packet, lime flavor)
- 0.5 cup Cold Water (Chilled, helps lower temperature before adding alcohol)
- 1 cup Vodka (Plain 40% ABV vodka; any brand works)
- 1 tablespoon Simple Syrup (optional) (Add for extra sweetness if desired)
Instructions
Boil Water
Place 1 cup of water in a saucepan and bring to a rolling boil over medium‑high heat.
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Temperature: 100°C
Dissolve Jell‑O
Remove the pot from heat and whisk in the lime Jell‑O packet until fully dissolved, no lumps remaining.
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Add Cold Water and Vodka
Stir in 0.5 cup cold water followed by 1 cup vodka. Mix gently until the mixture is uniform.
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Cool Slightly
Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes, stirring once, until it is lukewarm (around 30‑35°C).
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Temperature: 30-35°C
Pour into Shot Cups
Transfer the lukewarm mixture into a pouring jug or use the measuring cup to gently fill each shot cup about three‑quarters full.
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Refrigerate to Set
Place the filled cups in the refrigerator uncovered for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
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Temperature: 4°C
Serve
After the Jello shots have set, cover with lids for transport and serve chilled.
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Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 70
- Protein
- 0 g
- Carbohydrates
- 2 g
- Fat
- 0 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
Dietary info: Contains alcohol, Not suitable for vegans
Allergens: Gelatin
Last updated: April 18, 2026






