Boozy Halloween Jello Shot Cups with Spiked Gummy Makeup

How to Make Boozy Halloween Jello Shot Cups with Spiked Gummy Makeup

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   Step 1: Spike the gummies

   Place the gummy candies in a small bowl and pour half the vodka (about 1/4 cup) over them, stir to coat, cover, and let sit at room temperature for 10–30 minutes (or up to an hour for stronger flavor). Stir once or twice; you can lightly drain excess liquid before using them as garnish.

   For this step

   • 12 ozassorted gummy candies (worms, bears, etc.)
   
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   Step 2: Dissolve the gelatin

   Empty the gelatin packet into a heatproof bowl and pour the boiling water over it. Stir vigorously for 1–2 minutes until the gelatin is completely dissolved and the liquid is clear.

   For this step

   • 1 packageflavored gelatin mix (3 oz / one standard packet)
   • 1 cupboiling water
   
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   Step 3: Add cold liquids and remaining alcohol

   Stir in the cold water, the remaining vodka (reserve the amount described in step 1), and the orange liqueur until fully combined. Taste and, if desired, adjust by swapping a tablespoon of water for more liqueur or vodka (do not exceed half the total liquid as alcohol can prevent setting).

   For this step

   • 1/2 cupcold water
   • 1/4 cuporange liqueur (Triple Sec) or flavored liqueur (optional)
   
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   Step 4: Pour and chill

   Carefully pour the gelatin mixture into 12–18 small shot cups or a silicone mold (about 1–2 oz per cup). Refrigerate uncovered until firm, about 45–60 minutes.
   
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   Step 5: Garnish and serve

   Top each set jello shot with a spiked gummy or two (lightly drained), a small dollop of whipped cream, and one or two candy eyeballs for a spooky finish. Serve chilled and label clearly so guests know these are boozy treats.

   For this step

   • 1 cupcanned whipped cream or stabilized whipped topping (for garnish)
   • 1/4 cupmini candy eyeballs (or other small spooky candies) for garnish
   

1. Place the gummy candies in a small bowl and pour half the vodka (about 1/4 cup) over them, stir to coat, cover, and let sit at room temperature for 10–30 minutes (or up to an hour for stronger flavor). Stir once or twice; you can lightly drain excess liquid before using them as garnish.
2. Empty the gelatin packet into a heatproof bowl and pour the boiling water over it. Stir vigorously for 1–2 minutes until the gelatin is completely dissolved and the liquid is clear.
3. Stir in the cold water, the remaining vodka (reserve the amount described in step 1), and the orange liqueur until fully combined. Taste and, if desired, adjust by swapping a tablespoon of water for more liqueur or vodka (do not exceed half the total liquid as alcohol can prevent setting).
4. Carefully pour the gelatin mixture into 12–18 small shot cups or a silicone mold (about 1–2 oz per cup). Refrigerate uncovered until firm, about 45–60 minutes.
5. Top each set jello shot with a spiked gummy or two (lightly drained), a small dollop of whipped cream, and one or two candy eyeballs for a spooky finish. Serve chilled and label clearly so guests know these are boozy treats.