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These Eyeball Jello Shots are a creepy and fun Halloween party treat to kick off the holiday festivities! Made with strawberry jello, vodka, and gummy eyeballs, they’re easy to make and the perfect spooky, spiked addition to your Halloween celebration.
Why You’ll Love Eyeball Jell-o Shots
- Perfect for Halloween parties – Festive, creepy, and fun boozy treats just for grown-ups.
- Spooky and eye-catching – Gummy eyeballs make them pop on any party table.
- Crowd-pleasing flavor – Fruity, boozy, and sure to get compliments at any Halloween bash.
- Quick and easy – Simple ingredients and easy to follow instructions make these a no-stress treat.
- Make-ahead friendly – Prep in advance and chill until party time.
Ingredients Notes
- Strawberry Jell-O – This gives the shots their vibrant red color and fruity flavor. You can use cherry, raspberry, or any red jello depending on your preference.
- Boiling water – Helps dissolve the gelatin completely for a smooth texture.
- Cold water – Cools the mixture before adding alcohol to preserve the gelatin’s structure.
- Vodka – Adds the boozy kick. Use whipped cream or vanilla vodka for extra sweetness, or use a clear flavored vodka to complement the jello flavor.
- Gummy eyeball candies – These give the shots their creepy Halloween look. Any gummy candy with an eyeball or spooky theme will work. Look in the Halloween candy aisle or order online.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
How to Make Halloween Eyeball Jello Shots
- Dissolve the gelatin: In a large mixing bowl with a pour spout, combine the jello mix and boiling water. Whisk until the gelatin is completely dissolved.
- Add cold water and vodka: Stir in the cold water and vodka. Mix to ensure the liquid is evenly combined.
- Pour into shot cups: Arrange 12-oz plastic cups on a rimmed baking sheet. Pour the jello mixture into the cups, leaving ⅛ inch of space at the top.
- Chill until partially set: Chill in the fridge for 1 to 1½ hours, or until the jello is slightly firm but not fully set.
- Add gummy eyeballs: Gently press one candy eyeball into the center of each partially set shot.
- Chill until fully set: Return to the refrigerator and chill for another 1½ hours, or until the shots are completely firm. For best results, chill overnight.
- Serve and enjoy: Once fully set, cover with lids if needed and keep refrigerated until ready to serve. Enjoy!
Jello Shot Tips
- Use a pourable bowl or funnel to easily fill the plastic shot glasses without making a mess.
- Chill in two stages – Let the jello partially set before adding the gummy eyeballs so they stay on top.
- Don’t overfill the cups – Leave a small gap at the top of each cup to make room for the candy and lids.
- Use a rimmed baking sheet to move the filled cups in and out of the fridge without spills.
Storage and Make-Ahead Tips
- Make ahead: Halloween Jello Shots can be made up to 24 hours in advance for best texture and presentation.
- Store: Keep the jello shots covered and chilled in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Store in a single layer or stack with lids to save space.
- Do not freeze: Freezing will alter the texture and cause the jello to separate or become rubbery.
- Serve cold: For best results, serve directly from the fridge. They hold their shape and taste best when chilled.
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Eyeball Jello Shots
Serves — 12
These Eyeball Jello Shots are spooky, sweet, and perfect for Halloween parties! They’re an easy, prep-ahead spiked treat that’s creepy, colorful, and fun for an adult crowd.
Prep Time 10 minutes
chill time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 3 ounce box Strawberry Jell-O gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- ½ cup cold water
- ½ cup vodka
- 12 gummy eyeball candies
Instructions
- To a large bowl, with a pour spout, add the strawberry gelatin and boiling water. Whisk until all the gelatin has been completely dissolved.3 ounce box Strawberry Jell-O gelatin, 1 cup boiling water
- Whisk in the cold water and vodka.½ cup cold water, ½ cup vodka
- Place 12 (2 ounce sized) jello shot cups onto a rimmed tray to prevent spills when transferring to the refrigerator. Slowly pour the strawberry jello mixture into each of the jello shot cups just to the fill line leaving ⅛ inch space to the top rim of the cup.
- Place the tray of jello shots into the refrigerator for 1-1 ½ hours or just until the strawberry jello shots are partially set up and firm. Place a single gummy eyeball candy onto the top of each strawberry jello shot. Return the tray of eyeball jello shots to the refrigerator, for an additional 1 ½ hours to overnight, to finish setting and firming up.12 gummy eyeball candies
- Once the eyeball jello shots have set up completely, you can place the lids onto each of the jello shot cups and stack them in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Jenn’s Notes
Storage:
- Make ahead: Halloween Jello Shots can be made up to 24 hours in advance for best texture and presentation.
- Store: Keep the jello shots covered and chilled in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Store in a single layer or stack with lids to save space.
- Do not freeze: Freezing will alter the texture and cause the jello to separate or become rubbery.
- Serve cold: For best results, serve directly from the fridge. They hold their shape and taste best when chilled.
- Use a pourable bowl or funnel to easily fill the plastic shot glasses without making a mess.
- Let the jello partially set before adding the gummy eyeballs so they stay on top.
- Leave a small gap at the top of each cup to make room for the candy and lids.
- Use a rimmed baking sheet to move the filled cups in and out of the fridge without spills.
Nutrition Info
Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 39mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 11g | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.01mg
