These Cranberry Orange Jello Shots are the perfect way to combine seasonal cheer with a playful twist! Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, a cozy gathering, or just looking for a festive treat to share, deliciously tart and sweet shots will be the star of the show.
I personally think cranberry orange is a wondering flavor for this time of year. One of my favorite things to have for Thanksgiving is cranberry orange bread or muffins! These shots bring together those flavors and give that homey, Thanksgiving vibe.
The holiday season is all about festive flavors, fun gatherings, and making memories with friends and family, so why not add a little extra sparkle to your celebrations? Packed with the seasonal zing of cranberry and the sweet zest of orange, they’re sure to be the hit of your next holiday toast. These shots are the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving bar, Christmas party or even New Years Eve bash!
Tips for making cranberry orange jello shots
- For the alcohol: To give the shots their orange flavor I used orange vodka. There are many brands to choose from here, including Smirnoff, Kettle One, Grey Goose and Absolut.
- For the jelly: I used cranberry flavored jello brand. This is a seasonal find, they don’t always have it in stores year round. So, if you like cranberry be sure to stock up when your local grocery store has it! You can also find it online at walmart or amazon.
- For the garnish: Garnish with sugared cranberries. These are so easy to make and delicious! I skewered them on a toothpick so they would be easy to remove before eating the shots!
- Pump it up a notch: To make these shots even more festive try using orange flavored sparkling water instead of plain!
Cranberry Orange Jello Shots
The perfect combination of sweet and tart!
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup orange flavored vodka
- 1 box (3oz) cranberry gelatin mix (I used jello brand)
- sugared cranberries, 2-3 per shot
Equipment
- 12-14 shot cups (2 ounce)
- 12-14 toothpicks for garnish
Instructions
- Bring 1 cup water to boil. Stir into cranberry gelatin, mixing well until fully dissolved.
- Mix in 1 cup orange vodka.
- Divide mixture into shot cups. Transfer to fridge to set, about 4 hours.
- Before serving make the garnish: For each shot skewer three sugared cranberries with toothpicks. Place on shots before serving!
- Serve and enjoy! Be sure to remind your guest to remove the toothpicks before eating!
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