Description
These spooky Eyeball Jello Shots are a fun and festive party treat featuring strawberry-flavored gelatin infused with vodka and topped with gummy eyeball candies. Perfect for Halloween celebrations or themed gatherings, they offer a playful twist on classic jello shots with an eye-catching presentation.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 ounce box Strawberry Jell-O gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ cup vodka
- 12 gummy eyeball candies
Instructions
- Dissolve Gelatin: In a large bowl with a pour spout, add the strawberry gelatin powder and boiling water. Whisk thoroughly until all the gelatin is completely dissolved, ensuring a smooth mixture without any lumps.
- Add Cold Water and Vodka: Whisk in the cold water and vodka into the dissolved gelatin mixture, blending everything evenly to incorporate the alcohol properly.
- Fill Jello Shot Cups: Arrange 12 two-ounce jello shot cups on a rimmed tray to catch any spills. Carefully pour the strawberry gelatin mixture into each cup, filling just up to the fill line and leaving about 1/8 inch of space at the top.
- Initial Chill and Add Eyeballs: Place the tray in the refrigerator and chill for 1 to 1 ½ hours until the jello shots are partially set and firm enough to hold toppings. Then, place one gummy eyeball candy on top of each jello shot carefully.
- Final Chill and Set: Return the tray to the refrigerator for an additional 1 ½ hours to overnight to allow the jello shots to completely set and firm up around the gummies.
- Store and Serve: Once fully set, cover each jello shot cup with its lid and stack them in the fridge until ready to serve, keeping them chilled and fresh.
Notes
- Using a rimmed tray for transferring cups helps prevent spills and messes.
- Ensure the jello is only partially set before adding gummy eyeballs to avoid them sinking.
- Chilling overnight enhances firmness and flavor melding.
- For a stronger kick, adjust the vodka quantity slightly, but avoid too much alcohol which may prevent setting.
- Use two-ounce sized cups for proper portioning and presentation.
