4th of July Jello Shots (Print-Friendly)

Colorful, festive Jello shots for all ages.

# What You'll Need:

→ Red Layer

01 - 1 (3 oz/85 g) box strawberry or cherry flavored gelatin
02 - 1 cup boiling water
03 - 1/2 cup cold water

→ White Layer

04 - 1 (3 oz/85 g) box unflavored gelatin
05 - 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
06 - 1 cup boiling water

→ Blue Layer

07 - 1 (3 oz/85 g) box blue raspberry flavored gelatin
08 - 1 cup boiling water
09 - 1/2 cup cold water

→ Garnish (optional)

10 - Whipped cream
11 - Red, white, and blue sprinkles

# Cooking Steps:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine strawberry or cherry gelatin with 1 cup boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved. Mix in 1/2 cup cold water. Pour about 1 tablespoon into each shot cup. Refrigerate for 1 hour, until set.
02 - In a separate bowl, dissolve unflavored gelatin in 1 cup boiling water. Stir until dissolved. Add the sweetened condensed milk, mixing until smooth and combined. Cool to room temperature.
03 - Remove the set red layer from the refrigerator. Carefully pour about 1 tablespoon of the white layer over the red layer in each cup. Refrigerate again for 1 hour, until set.
04 - In a clean bowl, combine blue raspberry gelatin with 1 cup boiling water. Stir until dissolved, then mix in 1/2 cup cold water.
05 - Once the white layer is set, pour 1 tablespoon of the blue layer on top of each cup. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until fully set.
06 - Just before serving, top with whipped cream and patriotic sprinkles if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • You can enjoy these festive bites without any worries, making them perfect for all ages.
  • The combination of fruity flavors and creamy layers is simply irresistible!
02 -
  • Don’t rush the chilling process! Each layer needs time to set properly for a flawless presentation.
  • Using sweetened condensed coconut milk is a game changer for vegan versions, delivering creaminess without animal products.
03 -
  • Always pour the next layer gently over the back of a spoon for even distribution.
  • Chill the layers for the minimum time required to ensure clean cuts when served.
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