Ingredients

These ingredients come together to form a powerhouse of flavor:

🍊 1 box (3 oz) orange Jell-O gelatin
💧 1 cup boiling water
🍸 ½ cup vanilla vodka – gives that creamsicle flavor punch
🍊 ¼ cup orange liqueur (e.g., triple sec or Cointreau) – optional for extra citrus depth
🥛 ¼ cup cold water
🥫 ½ cup sweetened condensed milk – for a creamy, silky finish
🧁 (Optional) Whipped cream and orange zest for garnish
🥄 2 oz plastic cups with lids – for serving

Instructions

Step 1: Boil the water
Bring 1 cup of water to a boil. This is essential for fully dissolving the gelatin powder.

Step 2: Dissolve the gelatin
In a mixing bowl, pour the orange Jell-O powder and add the hot water. Whisk until completely dissolved—about 2 full minutes.

Step 3: Add creaminess and booze
Stir in the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla vodka, orange liqueur, and cold water. Mix until smooth. The mixture should take on a creamy orange hue.

Step 4: Pour into cups
Using a small measuring cup or squeeze bottle, pour the mixture into 2 oz plastic shot cups. Fill about ¾ full, leaving room for whipped cream if desired.

Step 5: Chill to set
Transfer the cups to a tray and refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours, or until fully set.

Step 6: Garnish & serve
Top each jello shot with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of orange zest just before serving. Keep chilled until party time!

Notes

These jello shots are very forgiving, but a few key tips ensure success:

Use boiling hot water to fully dissolve the gelatin—if it’s not fully dissolved, the shots won’t set properly
Don’t add the alcohol until the Jell-O has cooled slightly (still warm is fine)—adding alcohol to boiling water can dull its potency
Let the mixture cool slightly before pouring into cups to prevent separating

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 85
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 35mg
Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Protein: 1g