Make your patriotic party SPARKLE with this EASY red white and blue Jello shots Recipe! Our red white and blue Jello shots recipe is the PERFECT patriotic treat for a memorial day, 4th of July party or those HOT summer outdoor parties! If you need a delicious, crowd pleasing, colorful, portable and downright patriotic party drink, you HAVE to try this red white and blue layered Jello shot recipe!
This colorful treat makes a LOT of Jello shots to feed a crowd! With a small amount of prep you can have an impressive patriotic potluck addition. With just a few easy to find, common store bought ingredients you can make something that will really impress your party guests.
Our version is a layered, alcoholic red white and blue jello shot recipe but we also include the red white and blue jello shots non alcoholic recipe if you would like to make them family friendly! Kids love jello and they’ll enjoy a family friendly version!
You’ll want make your red white and blue Jello shots recipe in one ounce, clear shot glasses. Clear shot glasses are best so you can see the red, white and blue layers. You can elevate this patriotic jello shot with a bright red maraschino cherry, whipped cream, colorful sprinkles or even a little puff of store bought cotton candy.
This Red White and Blue Frozen Drink doesn’t HAVE to be red, white and blue. You can make the colors different by using different colored mixer beverages. When you see how this drink is made you’ll see that it’s really easy to customize the colors to suit any party theme…not just the 4th of July or Memorial Day.
With Memorial Day and the 4th of July right around the corner we have LOTS of patriotic themed crafts and treats to share with you like:
With these fun, patiotic colors you could also use this Red white and blue jello shot recipe for patriotic themed parties, outdoor movie nights, birthday parties or just as a sweet summer treat! You can change the colors to suit whatever occasion but simply switching out the flavor of jello!
With a quick and easy prep, this the perfect red white and blue treat for potlucks, summer bar-b-ques, fireworks and summer get togethers with family and friends. This recipe makes 40-50 shots so you’ll be able to feed a crowd!
We used rum in our patriotic jello shot recipe but you can use vodka, flavored alcohols or any clear, hard alcohol. Just make equal substitutions to ours. Personally I think rum is smoother than vodka and doesn’t have the vodka “bite”. Rum can be dangerous because it’s hard to detect and you can over do it more easily!
You can make the kid friendly version for kids parties, school classroom parties, fundraisers, sleepovers, pajama parties & movie nights! You can change up the flavors and colors by trading out jello boxes!
EASY Red White and Blue Layered Jello Shots (Alcoholic)
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Makes: 40-50 1 Oz Jello Shots
Chill Time: 6-8 hours
INGREDIENTS:
Blue Layer (Bottom):
- 1 box of blue Jell-O (such as berry blue)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup rum (or vodka)
White Layer (Middle):
- 2 packets of unflavored gelatin
- ½ cup cold water (for activating the gelatin)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (to whiten the shots)
Red Layer (Top):
- 1 box of red Jell-O (such as cherry or strawberry)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup rum (or vodka)
Maraschino Cherries (optional)
Whipped Cream (optional)
Red, White and Blue Sprinkles (optional)
Pre-made Cotton Candy (optional)
1 Ounce Disposable Shot Glasses
Other Helpful Tools:
Measuring Cup
Cookie Sheet
How to Make Red White and Blue Jello Shots Step by Step!
1. Make the Blue Jello Layer
Mix the berry blue jello in 1 cup of boiling water until completely dissolved. Then mix in ½ cup rum (or vodka) and ½ cup cold water. This will kick off the gelatin activation. Pour the berry blue jello mixture into 1 ounce disposable shot glasses, filling each 1/3 full. Place on a cookie sheet in the refrigerator to set, about 2-3 hours
2. Make the White Jello Layer
When the blue layer has completely set up with can work on the white layer. To make the white jello layer we have to use clear, unflavored gelatin which we’ll add sweetened condensed milk to in order to make it white. This layer won’t have any alcohol in it but it will be a sweet center to the shot.
First, sprinkle 2 packets of unflavored gelatin over ½ cup of cold water. Let that sit for a few minutes to fully activate. Add 1 cup boiling water and stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Then stir in the sweetened condensed milk until completely mixed. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Make sure the blue berry jello layer is fully set then gently pour the white gelatin mixture over the blue layer. Again, fill another third of the shot glass with the white jello. Return the shot glasses to the refrigerator and let set for another 2-3 hours.
3. Make the Red Jello Layer
Mix the cherry or strawberry jello in 1 cup of boiling water until completely dissolved. Then mix in ½ cup rum (or vodka) and ½ cup cold water. This will kick off the gelatin activation. Pour thecherry or strawberry jello mixture on top of the white jello layer, completing the red white and blue jello shot. Place back on to a cookie sheet in the refrigerator to set, about 2-3 hours
4. Assemble Your Red White and Blue Patriotic Jello Shots!
When you’re ready to serve your jello shots add a dollop of whipped cream, Red, White and Blue Sprinkles or top with a marachino cherry! You can get creative and add a small scoop of vanilla ice cream or even a little puff of store bought cotton candy
If you’d like to make some non alcoholic red white and blue jello shots for the kids (or non drinkers) we have the substitutions to make below. We offer a FREE printable version of the alcoholic and non alcoholic recipes below for your convienance.
Non Alcoholic Red White and Blue Jello Shots
A kid friendly jello cup is a sweet treat for kids parties, school classroom parties, fundraisers, sleepovers, pajama parties & movie nights! You can change up the flavors and colors by simply trading out jello flavors!
If you want to make a non alcoholic patriotic treat (for kids or non drinkers) you could make the following suggested substitutions. In essence you are substituting the alcohol for water and that’s it. Same preparation as we’ve shown you so it’s super easy!
Blue Layer (Bottom):
- 1 box of blue Jell-O (such as berry blue)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
White Layer (Middle):
- 2 packets of unflavored gelatin
- ½ cup cold water (for activating the gelatin)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (to whiten the shots)
Red Layer (Top):
- 1 box of red Jell-O (such as cherry or strawberry)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
With this EASY patriotic treat for Memorial day and the 4th of July at your fingertips, every day can feel like a long weekend! Don’t forget to download and print this red white and layered jello shot recipe at the end of this post so you have it on hand when you need it.
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Red White & Blue Jello Shots Alcoholic & Non Alcoholic
This the perfect red white and blue treat for potlucks, summer bar-b-ques, fireworks and summer get togethers with family and friends
Ingredients
- Blue Layer (Bottom):
- 1 box of blue Jell-O (such as berry blue)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup rum (or vodka)
- White Layer (Middle):
- 2 packets of unflavored gelatin
- ½ cup cold water (for activating the gelatin)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (to whiten the shots)
- Red Layer (Top):
- 1 box of red Jell-O (such as cherry or strawberry)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup rum (or vodka)
- Maraschino Cherries (optional)
- Whipped Cream (optional)
- Red, White and Blue Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
Mix the berry blue jello in 1 cup of boiling water until completely dissolved. Then mix in ½ cup rum (or vodka) and ½ cup cold water. This will kick off the gelatin activation. Pour the berry blue jello mixture into 1 ounce disposable shot glasses, filling each 1/3 full. Place on a cookie sheet in the refrigerator to set, about 2-3 hours
When the blue layer has completely set up with can work on the white layer. To make the white jello layer we have to use clear, unflavored gelatin which we'll add sweetened condensed milk to in order to make it white. This layer won't have any alcohol in it but it will be a sweet center to the shot.
First, sprinkle 2 packets of unflavored gelatin over ½ cup of cold water. Let that sit for a few minutes to fully activate. Add 1 cup boiling water and stir until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Then stir in the sweetened condensed milk until completely mixed. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
Make sure the blue berry jello layer is fully set then gently pour the white gelatin mixture over the blue layer. Again, fill another third of the shot glass with the white jello. Return the shot glasses to the refrigerator and let set for another 2-3 hours.
Mix the cherry or strawberry jello in 1 cup of boiling water until completely dissolved. Then mix in ½ cup rum (or vodka) and ½ cup cold water. This will kick off the gelatin activation. Pour thecherry or strawberry jello mixture on top of the white jello layer, completing the red white and blue jello shot. Place back on to a cookie sheet in the refrigerator to set, about 2-3 hours
Non Alcoholic Red White and Blue Jello Shots
If you want to make a non alcoholic patriotic treat (for kids or non drinkers) you could make the following suggested substitutions. In essence you are substituting the alcohol for water and that's it. Same preparation as we've shown you so it's super easy!
Blue Layer (Bottom):
- 1 box of blue Jell-O (such as berry blue)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
White Layer (Middle):
- 2 packets of unflavored gelatin
- ½ cup cold water (for activating the gelatin)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk (to whiten the shots)
Red Layer (Top):
- 1 box of red Jell-O (such as cherry or strawberry)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
Notes
Keep your jello shots chilled in the fridge until you're ready to serve. Add a dollop of whipped cream, Red, White and Blue Sprinkles or top with a marachino cherry! You can get creative and add a small scoop of vanilla ice cream or even a little puff of store bought cotton candy
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 45 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 13Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 2mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 0g
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