These Red White and Blue Jello Shots are such a fun and festive treat for summer gatherings. They’re simple to make, look impressive, and add a patriotic pop to your party spread.

With just a few ingredients and a little chill time, you can serve up a tray of these colorful layered shots that taste as good as they look. I love how easy it is to switch up the flavors or add a non-alcoholic version for everyone to enjoy.

Whether hosting a backyard BBQ, Fourth of July bash, or just wanting something fun to share with friends, these jello shots are always a hit. Make them ahead and you’re ready to party!

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Equipment You Will Need

Measuring cups and spoons
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
1 oz shot glasses
Serving dish or platter

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Red White and Blue Jello Shots Recipe

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Total Time: 3 hours and 26 minutes
Yield: 34-40 1oz shots

Ingredients

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1 small box red Jello (strawberry, raspberry, cherry, etc)

1 small box berry blue Jello

2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin

1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk

2 cups vodka (whipped, vanilla or unflavored), divided

4 cups water, divided

Maraschino cherries (with or without stems)

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Instructions

Clear out a space in the fridge to accommodate a baking sheet or dish to hold all your jello shot containers.
Line out 34-40 – 1 ounce containers.
For the blue layer – In a 2 cup size measuring cup with a spout (or similar) heat 1 cup of water in the microwave for 2 minutes. It should be boiling.
Add in the blue jello and stir until dissolved.
Add in ¾ vodka and ¼ cold water. Stir until mixed well. Allow to cool slightly.
Pour the blue jello mixture into each shot glass, filling about ⅓ of the way.
Chill in the fridge for at least an hour to set.
For the white layer – In the 2 cup measuring cup, add ½ cup cold water and the 2 tablespoons of unflavored gelatin. Allow to bloom for about 5 minutes.
Add in 1 cup of boiling water and mix until dissolved.
Add in the can of sweetened condensed milk and ½ cup vodka. Mix well.
Allow to cool to about room temperature and then pour over the red layer in each shot glass, filling until about ⅔ full.
Chill in the fridge for another hour to set.
For the red layer – once the white layer has set, place a cherry in each shot glass.
In a 2 cup size measuring cup, heat 1 cup of water in the microwave for 2 minutes. It should be boiling.
Add in the red jello and stir until dissolved.
Add in ¾ vodka and ¼ cold water. Stir until mixed well. Allow to cool to room temperature.
Pour the red jello mixture over the cherry, filling each shot glass to the top.
Chill in the fridge for another hour to set.

Notes

Storage: Jello shots should be stored in the fridge, covered, for up to 1 week.

Author: Little Party Pixie
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 3 hours
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Category: Drinks

Step-By-Step Process

Ingredients and process image for making Red White and Blue Jello Shots - making the blue jello layer — *Gather your ingredients. Make the blue layer by mixing boiled water, blue jello, vodka,* and cold water. Fill about 1/3 of each glass, *then chill.*

Process image for making Red White and Blue Jello Shots - making the red and white jello layer then adding a cherry on top — *Now, make the other layers the same way, just adding condensed milk for the white layer. Pour to about 2/3 of glass and chill. Top with cherry.*

Process image for making Red White and Blue Jello Shots - pour red jello layer on top of cherry, chill and serve — *Add in the red jello then chill. Serve and enjoy!*

These Red, White, and Blue Jello Shots are perfect for Fourth of July, Memorial Day, or any summer party where you want to serve something festive and fun. They’re easy to prep in advance and always get compliments!

If you’re looking for more party-ready ideas, be sure to browse the rest of my blog for more easy and crowd-pleasing recipes.

Loving the red, white, and blue theme, check out the Red White and Blue Tropical Pie and the Red White and Blue Dessert Board for more patriotic party fun!

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