Gelatin shots are the ultimate party surprise! To celebrate the fall season, I’ve crafted some delightful apple cider jello shots. These tasty treats combine the warmth of cider and spice with a hint of sweet caramel—perfect for any gathering!
When you go apple picking this fall be sure to pick up a container of apple cider so you can make these shots! Of course, you can also buy cider from your local grocery store. As Ina Garten famously says, “store bought is fine.”
How to make apple cider jello shots
- For the alcohol: I used caramel vodka for my shots and it comes in several brands so take your pick! Pinnacle also makes a caramel apple flavored vodka, which I think would be delicious in these shots if you can find it in your liquor store. You could also go with a whipped cream or vanilla flavored vodka.
- For the base: This shot is simple, just use your favorite apple cider! I use the fresh one that is available in the cold section of the grocery store near the orange juice. You can usually find apple cider in the juice aisle as well, but I do not think it’s as flavorful. Then, add knox to make your shot gel.
- For the garnish: I went simple with the garnish for these by just topping each one with a little slice of apple. You could also top with whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar dust, or drizzle caramel sauce over the whipped cream if you like!
Tips for using Knox gelatin in apple cider jello shots
When using knox (or similar unflavored gelatin) be sure to let the gelatin bloom before boiling the water. To do this you first sprinkle to gelatin over the cold liquid and allow the powder to fill with water and plump up. This help the gelatin dissolve better and, in turn, it work better in your recipe. You will also have less lumps this way.
Be sure to sprinkle the gelatin, don’t just dump it in one spot. The idea is to get it full of liquid before you heat it up. Nobody likes a lumpy jello shot!
Knox comes in a box of four packets and you use one packet for this shot. This is approximately 2.5 teaspoons of gelatin powder, so if you have a big container of gelatin you can just measure it from there.
Thoughts on using Cinnamon Sticks in the shots
Adding the cinnamon stick is optional! Some people (like me) really like cinnamon in their apple cider, and some just don’t. I think the cinnamon stick gives a nice balance to the sweetness of the caramel vodka. Add the stick in when you add the gelatin powder and leave it in there while the mixture is heating up. Remove it when you mix the cider and vodka together.
A jar of cinnamon sticks is a useful thing to keep on hand in your spice cabinet, especially in fall and winter! You can use it to flavor many recipes, drinks or even for a simmer pot. I like to get mine at Trader Joes. I find the spices are a little more cost friendly there than the spice aisle at the other grocery store.
Apple Cider Gelatine Shots!
Apple cider shots with a touch of cinnamon and sweet caramel!
Ingredients
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 cup caramel vodka
- 1 packet knox gelatin
- optional: cinnamon stick
- optional garnish: whipped cream & cinnamon sugar dust
Instructions
- Add cider to a saucepan and sprinkle Knox over it. Allow gelatin to bloom for a few minutes. Heat up on stove over medium-low heat. Add cinnamon stick if you like a little cinnamon flavor!
- Stir to incorporate Knox and allow the mixture to heat up until gelatin is fully dissolved. Mixture should be hot, but not boiling
- Remove from heat and allow to cool off for a few minutes. Remove cinnamon stick if you added one. Add the vodka and mix together.
- Carefully pour into you shot glasses and transfer to fridge. Allow to set at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Top with whipped cream and cinnamon sugar right before serving, if desired!
Notes
You could also top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. The world is your oyster!
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