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FIRECRACKER JELLO SHOTS (THE MOST FUN 4TH OF JULY PARTY DRINK)

Sana Umer
These Firecracker Jello Shots are a festive 4th of July party favorite made with layered red, white, and blue gelatin and a splash of vodka. They’re colorful, boozy, and perfect for summer celebrations and patriotic parties.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chill time 4 hours
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Drink
Cuisine American
Servings 20 shots
Calories 90 kcal

Equipment

  • Shot cups
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Refrigerator

Ingredients
  

Red Layer:

  • 1 box strawberry gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • ½ cup cold vodka

White Layer:

  • ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 packet unflavored gelatin
  • 1 cup hot water
  • ½ cup vodka

Blue Layer:

  • 1 box blue raspberry gelatin
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • ½ cup vodka

Instructions
 

Make Red Layer:

  • Dissolve strawberry gelatin in boiling water. Stir in vodka. Pour into shot cups and chill until slightly set.

Make White Layer:

  • Dissolve unflavored gelatin in hot water, then mix in condensed milk and vodka. Carefully layer over red and chill until set.

Make Blue Layer:

  • Dissolve blue raspberry gelatin in boiling water, stir in vodka, then pour over white layer.

Chill:

  • Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set.

Serve:

  • Serve chilled and enjoy responsibly at your 4th of July party.

Notes

  • Let each layer set before adding the next for clean stripes.
  • Adjust vodka amount for stronger or milder shots.
  • Use clear cups for best patriotic presentation.
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