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These Halloween jello shots look like candy corn and are just as addictive! Layers of orange and milky gelatin are infused with vodka, perfect for parties.
These candy corn jello shots will surely be as popular as the candy itself. And the best part?
You can easily make a big batch for a crowd!
Stacked with yellow and orange jello plus condensed milk gelatin, these vodka Jell-O shots are the sweetest way to get a little tipsy this Halloween.
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Why You’ll Love This Halloween Jello Shots Recipe
- These candy corn jello shots are super fun for Halloween parties!
- These Halloween jello shots are both a cocktail and a dessert in one, and anyone can make them without needing special ingredients, skills, or equipment.
- Because they’re portioned in individual cups, they’re convenient for serving a crowd!
Ingredients
Orange Jell-O – For the orange layer.
Unflavored gelatin – Helps create firmer layers, perfect for making layered jello shots.
Sweetened condensed milk – For the white layer. Condensed milk also adds a Halloween-worthy, rich, sweet taste to the candy corn jello shots.
Water – For dissolving the gelatin.
Vanilla vodka – Any alcohol that pairs well with orange Jello shots will work. Just avoid those that will introduce another color to the layers.
Yellow food coloring – For tinting the white layer yellow.
Candy corn – A fun, optional garnish for these Halloween shots.
Ingredient Substitutions For Candy Corn Jello Shots
Lemon Jell-O
A fun idea to try for these Halloween jello shots is to use lemon Jell-O for the yellow layer, just like you did for the orange layer with orange Jell-O!
Non-alcoholic alternatives
You can make these candy corn Jello shots alcohol-free by replacing the vodka with cold water. For the white layer, substitute vodka with coconut milk, and for the orange layer, use orange juice instead.
Whipped Cream
For a twist, layer these Halloween Jell-O shots in reverse, with the white layer on top. But instead of a white jelly layer, use whipped cream topped with Halloween-themed sprinkles!
Tips For Making This Recipe
Keep the Gelatin Runny
If the reserved white mixture has started to firm up, microwave it for 15 seconds and stir until it returns to a pourable consistency.
Serve with Spoons
You can serve the candy corn shots with spoons! These Halloween jello shots are intended to be firmer than the usual ones made according to the Jell-O box instructions. If you want them less firm, try making the orange layer without the gelatin packet.
Get the Perfect Halloween Jell-O Shots
Avoid using too much vodka, or your candy corn jello shots won’t set properly. Additionally, wait for each layer to set completely to prevent color bleeding.
Candy Corn Jell-O Shots Recipe FAQs
What is the best vodka for Halloween Jell-O shots?
Vanilla vodka is perfect for these orange Halloween Jello shots, but you can also use plain vodka if you already have some on hand. Whipped cream vodka is another tasty option.
What other liquor could I use in these candy corn jello shots?
If you want to switch it up, coconut rum and butterscotch schnapps also work wonderfully in these layered Halloween jello shots.
How long do Halloween jello shots take to set?
Each layer needs at least 30 minutes to set, so be patient before adding the next one. And after the final layer, refrigerate the candy corn jello shots for 2 hours before serving.
What size shot cups to use?
You can use 2 or 3-oz shot cups for these Halloween jello shots.
Can I make this jello shot recipe for Halloween ahead of time?
You can make these Halloween candy Jello shots up to 48 hours in advance. If that’s your plan, make things easier by using cups that come with lids. Then, all you need to do is cover them and keep them chilled until you’re ready to serve.
More Delicious Halloween Recipes
- Black Velvet Cake
- Monster Pretzel
- Cookie Monster Cookies
- Cookie Monster Cupcakes
- Pumpkin Snack Board
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Halloween Jello Shots
Ingredients
- 1 3-oz box orange Jell-O
- 3 1-oz packets unflavored gelatin
- 7 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup vanilla vodka
- Yellow food coloring
- Candy corn for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Pour 1 cup of water into a small saucepan. Stir in 2 packets of unflavored gelatin and warm the mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally until the gelatin has dissolved completely.
- Remove from heat and add half of the condensed milk to the gelatin mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Add 2/3 cup of vodka, cover, and set half of the mixture aside for the final layer of your Halloween jello shots.
- Divide the remaining mixture into your shot glasses, about 1/3 full each. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until firm.
- For the middle layer, pour 1 cup of water into a small saucepan. Stir in the remaining unflavored gelatin packet and warm the mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally until the gelatin has dissolved completely.
- Remove from heat and stir in the orange Jell-O until it dissolves.
- Add the remaining 1/3 cup of vodka, then pour this orange mixture over the shot glasses with the white layer. Refrigerate until firm.
- Once the orange layer is solid, add a few drops of yellow food coloring in the white mixture that you set aside earlier.
- Pour the yellow layer over the shot glasses with the white and orange layers.
- Refrigerate the candy corn jello shots for 2 hours or until set. You can also garnish them with candy corn.
Notes
- If the reserved white mixture has started to firm up, microwave it for 15 seconds and stir until it returns to a pourable consistency.
- You can serve the candy corn shots with spoons! These Halloween jello shots are intended to be firmer than the usual ones made according to the Jell-O box instructions. If you want them less firm, try making the orange layer without the gelatin packet.
- Avoid using too much vodka, or your candy corn jello shots won’t set properly. Additionally, wait for each layer to set completely to prevent color bleeding.
Nutrition
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