Christmas Jell-O Shots That Make Colorful Crowd-Pleasers

Allison Freeman

Allison is a writer with experience writing for several websites.

Published November 1, 2021

Peppermint Jell-O Shots on a plate with christmas decoration

If you're looking for new and interesting ways to celebrate the holiday season, look no further than Christmas Jell-O shots. Their colors and intricate layers take any Christmas party from fun to memorable.

Mistletoe & Holly

This festive Jell-O shot utilizes a creative garnish to create a Christmas flair.

Ingredients

3-ounce package cherry gelatin
8 ounces boiling water
4 ounces cold water
4 ounces cranberry vodka
Small 2-ounce molds, such as a plastic or paper ramekin

Instructions

In a large heat-safe mixing bowl, stir together boiling water and gelatine.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
Stir in cold water and cranberry vodka.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour into 2-ounce cups.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 4 hours.

The Grinch's Spirit

This treat is as green the Grinch himself. Luckily, these Jell-O shots won't make you want to destroy a cheerful village.

Ingredients

3-ounce package lime gelatin
8 ounces boiling water
4 ounces cold water
4 ounces coconut tequila
Glass baking pan with 2-inch lip

Instructions

In a large heat-safe mixing bowl, stir together boiling water and gelatine.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
Stir in cold water and tequila.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour into pan.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 4 hours.
Cut into squares before serving.

Santa's Red Hat

The whipped cream and raspberry atop these Jell-O shoots are perfect for dressing up any party or occasion around Christmas.

Ingredients

3-ounce package strawberry gelatin
8 ounces boiling water
4 ounces cold water
2 ounces raspberry liqueur
2 ounces vanilla vodka
Small 2-ounce molds, such as a plastic or paper ramekin
Whipped cream and raspberries for garnish

Instructions

In a large heat-safe mixing bowl, stir together boiling water and gelatine.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
Stir in cold water, raspberry liqueur, and vanilla vodka.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour into 2-ounce cups.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 4 hours.
After mold has set, garnish each shot with whipped cream and a raspberry.

Peppermint Patty

Don't be fooled by the shockingly green color, they're actually a minty chocolate surprise in disguise.

Ingredients

3-ounce package clear, unflavored gelatin
8 ounces boiling water
4 ounces cold water
2 ounces peppermint schnapps
2 ounces white creme de cacao
Small 2-ounce molds, such as a plastic or paper ramekin

Instructions

In a large heat-safe mixing bowl, stir together boiling water and gelatine.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
Stir in cold water, peppermint schnapps, and white creme de cacao.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour into 2-ounce cups.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 4 hours.

Tinsel Trouble

It doesn't matter if you're new to decorating with tinsel or a seasoned pro, tinsel will give you trouble. These, on the other hand, might just help you tackle those tinsel troubles.

Ingredients

3-ounce package clear, unflavored gelatin
8 ounces boiling water
4 ounces cold water
2 ounces prosecco
2 ounces lemon vodka
Small 2-ounce molds, such as a plastic or paper ramekin
Lemon zest for garnish

Instructions

In a large heat-safe mixing bowl, stir together boiling water and gelatine.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
Stir in cold water, prosecco, and lemon vodka.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour into 2-ounce cups.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 4 hours.
After mold has set, garnish each shot with lemon zest.

Christmas Cookies

The sprinkled sugar topping makes this sugar cookie Jell-O a perfect nostalgic experience.

Ingredients

3-ounce package clear, unflavored gelatin
8 ounces boiling water
4 ounces cold water
2 ounces butterscotch schnapps liqueur
1 ounce orange liqueur
1 ounce hazelnut liqueur
Small 2-ounce molds, such as a plastic or paper ramekin
Sugar for garnish

Instructions

In a large heat-safe mixing bowl, stir together boiling water and gelatine.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
Stir in cold water, butterscotch schnapps, orange liqueur, and hazelnut liqueur.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour into 2-ounce cups.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 4 hours.
After mold has set, garnish each with a sprinkle of sugar.

Christmas Stockings

The layers of this Jell-O perfectly mimic an elf's stockings, what could be more filled with Christmas spirit than an elf?

Ingredients

3-ounce package clear gelatin
3-ounce package lime green gelatin
16 ounces boiling water, separated into two equal parts
8 ounces cold water, separated into two equal parts
4 ounces coconut rum
4 ounces vodka
Small 2-ounce molds, such as a plastic or paper ramekin

Instructions

In two large heat-safe mixing bowls, stir together equal parts boiling water and gelatins.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
In clear gelatin bowl, stir in vodka and 4 ounces cold water.
In lime gelatin bowl, stir in coconut rum and 4 ounces cold water.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour lime gelatin into 2-ounce cups, leaving room for additional layer.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, about 1 hour.
After clear gelatin mixture has slightly cooled, pour layer onto lime gelatin mold.
Allow to cool completely and set, approximately 4 hours.

Yule Log

This fiery cinnamon flavor will warm you faster than any yule log could.

Ingredients

3-ounce package cherry gelatin
8 ounces boiling water
4 ounces cold water
4 ounces cinnamon whiskey
Small 2-ounce molds, such as a plastic or paper ramekin

Instructions

In a large heat-safe mixing bowl, stir together boiling water and gelatine.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
Stir in cold water and cinnamon whiskey.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour into 2-ounce cups.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 4 hours.

Carefree Candy Canes

Enjoy the candy cane flavor without the commitment of eating a candy cane.

Ingredients

3-ounce package clear, unflavored gelatin
8 ounces boiling water
4 ounces cold water
3 ounces peppermint schnapps
1 ounce grenadine
Small 2-ounce molds, such as a plastic or paper ramekin

Instructions

In a large heat-safe mixing bowl, stir together boiling water and gelatine.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
Stir in cold water, peppermint schnapps, and grenadine.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour into 2-ounce cups.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 4 hours.

Buttery Rum

If you always burn your tongue on buttered rum, a chilled Jell-O shot version is the answer to not missing out on that classic winter drink.

Ingredients

3-ounce package clear, unflavored gelatin
8 ounces boiling water
4 ounces cold water
3 ounces spiced rum
1 ounce butterscotch schnapps
Small 2-ounce molds, such as a plastic or paper ramekin

Instructions

In a large heat-safe mixing bowl, stir together boiling water and gelatine.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
Stir in cold water, spiced rum, and butterscotch schnapps.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour into 2-ounce cups.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 4 hours.

Icicle Creamsicle

When you're done dodging icicles while shoveling snow, these will be waiting for you.

Ingredients

3-ounce package orange gelatin
8 ounces boiling water
4 ounces cold water
3 ounces whipped cream vodka
1 ounce vanilla schnapps
Small 2-ounce molds, such as a plastic or paper ramekin

Instructions

In a large heat-safe mixing bowl, stir together boiling water and gelatine.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
Stir in cold water, whipped cream vodka, and vanilla schnapps.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour into 2-ounce cups.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 4 hours.

One Foggy Christmas Eve

Don't get lost in a Christmas Eve fog by enjoying too many of these!

Ingredients

3-ounce package clear, unflavored gelatin
8 ounces boiling water
4 ounces cold water
3 ounces blue raspberry vodka
1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
Small 2-ounce molds, such as a plastic or paper ramekin

Instructions

In a large heat-safe mixing bowl, stir together boiling water and gelatine.
Stir for approximately two-minutes or until the gelatine has completely dissolved.
Stir in cold water, blue raspberry vodka, and lime juice.
Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour into 2-ounce cups.
Chill in refrigerator until firm, approximately 4 hours.

Breaking out of the Mold

When Christmas rolls around and you're deciding on drinks to enjoy, think outside of the usual box and into the Jell-O shot box. Surprise your friends, family, and loved ones with a Christmas Jell-O shot this year, their smiles will fill your heart.