Description
Candy Corn Jello Shots are a festive, colorful party treat inspired by the classic candy corn. These layered gelatin shots combine white, orange, and yellow jello with vodka and whipped cream for a creamy, boozy dessert that’s perfect for Halloween or any celebration. Featuring a white gelatin layer flavored with almond extract, followed by bright orange and yellow layers, topped with whipped cream and candy corn, these fun and easy-to-make shots bring both flavor and visual appeal to your party spread.
Ingredients
Scale
White Layer:
- 2 packets unflavored gelatin (0.25 ounces each)
- ½ cup vodka
- ½ cup boiling water
- ½ cup simple syrup
- ½ cup whipped cream
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
Orange Layer:
- 1 box orange gelatin (3 ounces)
- ¾ cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ cup vodka
- ⅓ cup whipped cream
Yellow Layer:
- 1 box yellow gelatin (3 ounces)
- ¾ cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ cup vodka
- ⅓ cup whipped cream
Garnish (optional):
- Whipped cream
- Candy corn
Instructions
- Prepare White Layer Gelatin: Add the vodka to a medium mixing bowl. Sprinkle the unflavored gelatin packets over the vodka and lightly mix to wet all the powder. Let it bloom for 3-5 minutes. Pour boiling water over the gelatin and stir until fully dissolved. Add simple syrup and stir gently. Fold in the whipped cream and almond extract, whisking carefully to avoid excessive foam.
- Fill White Layer: Using a pourable measuring cup or injector, fill each shot cup about one-third full with the white layer mixture. Place the cups on a level surface in the refrigerator and chill for approximately 1 hour until set.
- Prepare Orange Layer Gelatin: Once the white layer is nearly set, combine the orange gelatin powder with boiling water in a medium bowl. Stir until dissolved, then add vodka and cold water, stirring again. Fold in the whipped cream with a light whisk. Let the mixture cool slightly for about 15 minutes as the white layer finishes setting.
- Fill Orange Layer: Carefully fill each shot cup another one-third full with the orange gelatin mixture. Chill in the fridge for 1 hour or until set.
- Prepare Yellow Layer Gelatin: Repeat the process by mixing the yellow gelatin with boiling water, stirring until dissolved, then adding vodka, cold water, and whipped cream. Lightly whisk to combine.
- Fill Yellow Layer: Pour the yellow gelatin mixture to fill the remaining one-third of each shot cup. Refrigerate until fully set, about 1 hour.
- Garnish and Serve: When the yellow layer is fully chilled, add a dollop of whipped cream on top of each shot and garnish with candy corn if desired. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use a Wilton 1M frosting tip with a disposable frosting bag to add whipped cream dollops for an elegant touch.
- Do not garnish shots with whipped cream and candy corn if storing for later; whipped cream hardens and candy gets sticky. Garnish just before serving.
- If using glass shot glasses, provide mini spoons for serving to ease removal.
- Store jello shots uncovered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or covered for up to 5 days—do not freeze.
- You can use smaller shot cups to make more shots; just divide each layer equally.
- Skipping the almond extract in the white layer is fine; it simply adds a candy corn flavor. Alternative flavorings can be used if preferred.
- The whipped cream causes faint white lines between layers due to settling; omitting it will reduce layer definition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shot (2 ounces)
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
