Ingredients
These ingredients come together to form a powerhouse of flavor:
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???? 1 box (3 oz) pineapple-flavored Jell-O
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???? 1 cup boiling water
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???? 1/2 cup coconut rum (like Malibu)
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???? 1/4 cup orange liqueur (Triple Sec or Grand Marnier)
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???? 1/4 cup pineapple juice (cold)
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❄️ Crushed ice or cold water (to cool Jell-O quickly)
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???? Maraschino cherries, for garnish
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????️ Mini cocktail umbrellas or picks, for serving
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???? 2 oz plastic condiment cups or silicone molds
Optional variations below for extra flair!
Instructions
Step 1: Boil the water
In a small saucepan or kettle, bring 1 cup of water to a rolling boil.
Step 2: Dissolve the Jell-O
Empty the pineapple-flavored Jell-O into a mixing bowl. Pour the boiling water over it and whisk until completely dissolved—about 2 minutes.
Step 3: Add the booze and juice
Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in:
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½ cup coconut rum
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¼ cup orange liqueur
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¼ cup cold pineapple juice
Step 4: Pour into molds
Use a spoon or measuring cup to pour the mixture evenly into 2 oz plastic cups or silicone molds. Leave a little space at the top for garnish.
Step 5: Chill until firm
Place the shots on a tray or baking sheet for stability. Chill in the refrigerator for 2–4 hours, or until fully set.
Step 6: Garnish and serve
Top each shot with a maraschino cherry, mini umbrella, or fruit skewer. Serve chilled and enjoy immediately!
Notes
These shots are technically uncooked, but here are a few tips to perfect your jello game:
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Always dissolve the gelatin fully before adding alcohol
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Let your Jell-O mixture cool slightly before adding alcohol to avoid evaporation
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Don’t use too much alcohol—keep total liquid at around 1 cup cold + 1 cup hot
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Protein: 0g