Game Day Jelly Shots
These Game Day Jelly Shots are vibrant, flavorful, and spirited treats made with your team’s colors and your favorite liquor. Easy to make in batches and customizable by color and flavor, they’re guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser at your next sports bash!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cup
- Whisk or spoon
- Shot glasses, plastic condiment cups, or silicone molds
- Baking sheet (to stabilize cups in fridge)
Ingredients
Basic Jelly Shot Formula (per layer):
- 1 3 oz box flavored Jell-O (choose colors based on team colors)
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ cup vodka or other clear liquor like white rum or tequila
Examples of Flavor/Color Combos:
- Red cherry or strawberry
- Blue blue raspberry
- Orange orange
- Green lime
- Yellow lemon or pineapple
Optional:
- Whipped cream for topping
- Sprinkles in team colors
- Clear plastic shot cups or silicone molds
Instructions
Make the First Layer
- In a bowl, dissolve one box of Jell-O in 1 cup boiling water. Stir for 2 minutes until fully dissolved.
- Stir in ½ cup cold water + ½ cup vodka.
- Pour into shot glasses or molds, filling about ⅓ or ½ full (depending on how many layers you want).
- Place on a tray and refrigerate for 1.5–2 hours, or until fully set.
Add Second (or Third) Layer (Optional)
- Repeat the process with a different flavor/color. Allow previous layer to set completely before adding next. Chill again until firm.
Serve
- Once all layers are set, top with whipped cream and sprinkles (optional). Keep chilled until serving.
Notes
💡 Tips for Success
Use flavored vodka (like citrus or cherry) to match or enhance Jell-O flavor Let layers cool to room temp before adding on top of the previous to avoid melting A squeeze bottle or measuring cup with a spout makes pouring cleaner and easier
Use flavored vodka (like citrus or cherry) to match or enhance Jell-O flavor Let layers cool to room temp before adding on top of the previous to avoid melting A squeeze bottle or measuring cup with a spout makes pouring cleaner and easier