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Candy Cane Jello Shots

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours
  • Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12-15 shots 1x
  • Category: Drinks, Dessert
  • Method: Chilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These festive Candy Cane Jello Shots are a fun and delicious way to celebrate the holidays! Made with layers of red and white jello infused with peppermint schnapps and vodka, they taste just like a candy cane. Topped with whipped cream and crushed peppermint, they’re a sweet and boozy treat that’s sure to be a hit at any Christmas gathering.


Ingredients

Units Scale

Red Layer:

  • 1 box (3 oz) cherry or strawberry Jell-O
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup peppermint schnapps
  • 1/2 cup cold water

White Layer:

  • 1 envelope unflavored gelatin (such as Knox)
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup vanilla vodka

Topping (Optional):

  • Whipped cream
  • Crushed candy canes

Notes

  • For a non-alcoholic version, replace the schnapps and vodka with peppermint extract and cold water.
  • Use small plastic shot cups for easy serving.
  • To remove shots from silicone molds easily, lightly grease them with cooking spray.