Description
Delightfully festive and fun, Green Jello Shots are a perfect non-alcoholic treat for any St. Patrick’s Day celebration or any occasion that calls for a vibrant, flavorful gelatin dessert. Made with green-flavored gelatin, fruit juice, and topped with whipped cream and decorative sprinkles, these jello shots are easy to prepare, refreshing, and visually appealing.
Ingredients
Scale
Gelatin Mixture
- 1 box (3 ounces) lime or green apple gelatin (or any green-flavored gelatin)
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ cup non-alcoholic apple juice or another fruit juice
- Green food coloring (optional)
Garnishes
- Whipped cream
- Green sprinkles or edible glitter
- Mini shamrock-shaped candies
Instructions
- Prepare the Jello Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the gelatin powder with boiling water. Stir continuously until the gelatin completely dissolves, ensuring a smooth mixture without any lumps. Then, add the cold water and non-alcoholic fruit juice to the mixture, stirring well to combine. For a brighter and more vibrant green color, add a few drops of green food coloring and mix thoroughly.
- Pour into Shot Glasses: Arrange your shot glasses or small cups neatly on a baking sheet for stability. Carefully pour the prepared jello mixture into each glass, filling them approximately three-quarters full to allow space for garnishes later.
- Chill and Set: Place the tray with the filled glasses into the refrigerator. Allow the gelatin to chill and set for 2 to 4 hours, or until the jello is firm to the touch and fully solidified.
- Garnish and Serve: Once set, remove the jello shots from the fridge. Top each with a dollop of whipped cream, then sprinkle green sprinkles or edible glitter over the cream for a festive touch. Finally, add mini shamrock-shaped candies on top to complete the look. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- For a more intense green color, use green food coloring but avoid adding too much to prevent altering the taste.
- Non-alcoholic apple juice can be substituted with other fruit juices like white grape juice for different flavor variations.
- Ensure gelatin is completely dissolved in boiling water to avoid grainy texture.
- If using shot glasses without lids, cover them loosely with plastic wrap while chilling to prevent fridge odors from affecting flavor.
- For an adult version, substitute fruit juice with your preferred alcohol, adjusting quantities carefully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shot (about 2 ounces)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
