Christmas Cookie Jello Shots Recipe (2024)

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If you like Christmas cookies you will love these creative Christmas Cookie Jello Shots. Creamy, slightly sweet, and delicious, these fun Jello shots are perfect for holiday parties and get-togethers!

If you have a Christmas gathering, Christmas party, holiday get-together, or holiday party between now and the end of the holidays, make these for the over-21-crowd at your next holiday party!! They really are good. And they will remind everyone of when they were 21 (or 18) again!

Christmas Cookie Jello Shots Recipe

These are an easy-to-make Christmas cookie-flavored (and inspired) jello shot recipe that is perfect to add to your holiday drinks collection. Up the fun department at your Christmas gatherings with these delicious jello shots this Christmas time.

Tips and variations for making this Christmas cookie jello shots recipe:

● You can use Triple Sec, Cointreau, or Grand Marnier. Each will change the taste slightly but choose according to your personal preference.

● Finish the top layer of your holiday jello shots with real whipped cream and red sprinkles, green sprinkles, a mix of the two, or some other holiday-inspired jimmies or sprinkles just before serving.

● You can play around with the liquor quantities provided it adds up to one cup. The quantities listed in the recipe result in a more Bailey-ish Jello shot whereas you may prefer the butterscotch or orange to be more pronounced.

Some suggested liquor quantities:

¼ cup Butterscotch Liqueur
½ cup Bailey’s Irish Cream
¼ cup Cointreau Liqueur

Or, try 1/3 of a cup of each liquor for a more orange-y taste.

How to Make Jello Shots:

Jello Shots are pretty easy to make. This is the basic recipe anyone can follow:

● 2 packets unflavored gelatin (Knox gelatin or store brand)
● 1 cup of water
● 1 cup of vodka /rum/tequila/whiskey/schnapps/liqueurs (alcohol of choice)

The 1 cup of some sort of spirits is the key. The different flavor combinations of alcoholic beverages are what makes the tasty jello shot varieties when using unflavored gelatin.

The souffle cups are 2oz, and a shot glass is 1oz, 1.5oz, or 2oz normally, so you may get a different number of servings depending on the vessel you use to set the gelatin.

Christmas Cookie Jello Shots Ingredients:

● 1 cup Water
● 2 Unflavored Gelatin Packets (Knox, store brand)
● ¼ cup Butterscotch Liqueur
● 5/8 cup Bailey’s Irish Cream
● 1/8 cup Cointreau Liqueur
● Whipped Cream for Garnish

Christmas Cookie Jello Shots Mise en Place:

● Medium Pot
● Measuring Cup
● Wooden Spoon or Silicone Spatula
● 12 2oz Souffle Cup with Lids or Shot Glasses or Plastic Shot Glasses
● Measuring Spoons
● Bowl

Christmas Cookie Jello Shots Instructions:

● Place 1 cup of water in a bowl.
● Add the unflavored gelatin packets to the water; dissolve.
● Place dissolved gelatin liquid in a pot on the stove on low heat; stir until completely dissolved.
● Remove from heat; allow to sit 15 minutes.

● Add Butterscotch Liqueur, Bailey’s Irish Cream and Cointreau Liqueur to the dissolved gelatin.

● Carefully pour into 2 ounce soufflé cups. Allow some headroom and do not fill to the top.

● Remove any bubbles that may form.

● You may cap your soufflé cups, or wait until the gelatin has set before capping.
● Place in refrigerator to set, approximately 2 hours.

● Garnish with whipped cream and festive sprinkles before serving.
● Makes 12 servings Christmas Cookie Jello Shots

Christmas Cookie Jello Shots Recipe

Christmas Cookie Jello Shots Recipe. If you like Christmas cookies you will love these creative Christmas Cookie Jello Shots. Creamy, slightly sweet and delicious, these fun Jello shots are perfect for holiday parties and get-togethers!

Prep Time25 minutes

Cook Time10 minutes

Additional Time2 hours

Total Time2 hours 35 minutes

Ingredients

1 cup Water
2 Unflavored Gelatin Packets (Knox, store brand)
¼ cup Butterscotch Liqueur
5/8 cup Bailey’s Irish Cream
1/8 cup Cointreau Liqueur
Whipped Cream for Garnish

Instructions

Place 1 cup of water in a bowl.
Add the unflavored gelatin packets to the water; dissolve.
Place dissolved gelatin liquid in a pot on the stove on low heat; stir until completely dissolved.
Remove from heat; allow to sit 15 minutes.
Add Butterscotch Liqueur, Bailey’s Irish Cream and Cointreau Liqueur to the dissolved gelatin.
Carefully pour into 2 ounce soufflé cups. Allow some headroom and do not fill to the top.
Remove any bubbles that may form.
You may cap your soufflé cups, or wait until the gelatin has set before capping.
Place in refrigerator to set, approximately 2 hours.
Garnish with whipped cream (and sprinkles) before serving.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 77Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 4mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 0gSugar: 8gProtein: 1g

As always, drink responsibly and please don’t drink and drive.

Looking for more holiday jello shot recipes this holiday season? Try one of these from the collection of our favorite holiday jello shots:

● Eggnog Pudding Shots Recipe – Ho-Ho-Ho Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Get into the holiday spirit with these fabulous eggnog pudding shots. These fun eggnog pudding shots are perfect for holiday parties and get-togethers. Simply follow these easy step-by-step pudding shot instructions to make these phenomenal Eggnog Pudding Shots for your holiday party!

● Jingle Bells Jello Shots Recipe – These fun and festive Jingle Bells Jello Shots are easy to make. If you have a holiday get-together and/or party between now and the holidays, make these gelatin shots for the over 21 crowd!!

● Champagne Jello Shots Recipe – Fancy Jello shots don’t have to be difficult to make! These step-by-step tutorial instructions for making a delicious and fun Champagne Jello Shots recipe are so easy to follow; the results are amazing!! The next time you are having an adult celebration or party, make some champagne Jello shots and up the fun in your festivities!

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Christmas Cookie Jello Shots Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the best alcohol to put in jello shots? ›

Vodka and white rum are both great options for your alcohol, although other spirits, like gin, whiskey, tequila and brandy all work.

How far in advance can you make jello shots? ›

Jello shots will last in the fridge for 3-5 days so you can make them in advance for your party. After that, they may lose their flavor and the consistency of the shot will start to change.

Can I put lids on jello shots before they set? ›

Pour the jello mixture into the plastic cups, filling about 3/4 full so there is room for the lid to be put on later. Refrigerate the shots for 2-3 hours or until set. Put a lid on each cup and store in the fridge until ready to serve.

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Does it matter how much vodka you put in jello shots? ›

Their key takeaways: A standard recipe made with 3 ounces of Jell-O powder calls for 5 ounces of 80-proof vodka and 11 ounces of water, but this results in a shot that tastes watered-down. To make a stronger shot, use just 4 ounces of water and between 8 and 14 ounces of vodka (to taste)

Should alcohol be cold when making jello shots? ›

Note: The colder your alcohol is, the better the result. I think this has to do with the activation of the gelatin. Personally, when possible, I keep the bottle of alcohol in the freezer for several days before making my shots.

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What happens if you put too much vodka in jello shots? ›

Jello shots won't set properly if you add too much alcohol. Generally, a basic batch of jello shots is made with one cup of juice or water, one packet of gelatin, 1/2 cup of cold water and 1/2 cup of alcohol. However, jello shots can be made with as much as 2/3 cup alcohol without changing their texture.

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How much alcohol should you put in jello shots? ›

In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup cold water and 1/2 cup vodka, or other liquor. Place the mixture in the refrigerator to reach a consistent temperature. Place 1 (3-ounce) package any flavor gelatin in a separate bowl or glass measuring cup, and slowly add the remaining 1 cup boiling water.

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Do you use vodka instead of cold water for jello shots? ›

Boil cup of water. Empty jello powder into a large mixing bowl and add the boiling water. Continue stirring for two minutes or until the jello is completely dissolved. Add in the 1/2 cup of cold water and 1/2 cup of vodka.

Can I use juice instead of water in jello shots? ›

Fruit juice: Give the shots a boost by using fruit juice instead of water (this works best when using flavorless gelatin powder). Most fruit juices will work, but avoid pineapple, mango, kiwi and papaya because they don't set well. Other alcohols: Vodka isn't the only alcohol that works well in jello shots.

Should I cover my jello shots in the fridge? ›

How do you Store Jello Shots? People often ask “how do you store jello shots”. To store jello shots, place them in a container with a lid and keep them in the refrigerator. They will always taste best if you eat/drink them within a few days but they can last for a few days.

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Do jello shots get stronger the longer they sit? ›

Jello Shots, like life, are all about balance. That said, if you want a strong one, it is possible if you leave it in the fridge long enough. In a Supercall experiment, we found that the strongest Jello Shot that will set is three-to-one ratio of 80-proof alcohol to water, and it took a full day to become mostly solid.

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Should you spray jello shot cups? ›

The next time you are adulting and making pistachio-amaretto Jell-O shots or some other artisanal version of these babies, lightly spray the sides of the cup with a flavorless, non-stick cooking oil -- save the butter and olive oil for making pancakes or eggs -- or take a little vegetable oil on your clean fingers and ...

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Do jello shots have to sit overnight? ›

In a medium bowl, add Jello and 1/2 cup boiling water. When Jello has dissolved, add vodka. Pour liquid Jello into orange halves. Refrigerate for approximately 4 hours, or until firm.

Why do you flip jello shots upside down? ›

That's where a new trick comes into play that promises to make downing those Jell-O shots at the party so much easier to consume: turn the shot upside down to prevent the Jell-O from sticking to the cup.

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What makes jello shots not set? ›

Jello shots won't set properly if you add too much alcohol.

How to prevent jello shots from sticking to cups? ›

That wisdom starts with making sure the Jell-O doesn't stick to the sides of the plastic cup, and all you need is a little vegetable oil or non-stick cooking spray to demonstrate your prowess.