Creepy Crawly Jello Shots Cocktail Recipe
Colorful, spooky jello shots made with vodka, tonic water, and gummy worms—perfect for Halloween parties or playful gatherings. Easy to make and always a hit with guests!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Measuring cup
- Saucepan
- Baking sheet or tray
- Clear plastic shot glasses (2 oz)
- Small food-safe syringes (optional)
- Refrigerator space
- Small tongs or gloves
- Spoon or ladle
- Piping bag or sandwich bag (optional for icing)
- Small serving tray or plate
Ingredients
- 1 box 3 oz flavored Jell-O (orange or lime recommended)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 0.5 cup cold water
- 0.5 cup vodka
- 2 tbsp tonic water for glow under black light
- 12 gummy worms or other gummy candies
- Black icing optional, for decorating
- Optional: 1 packet unflavored gelatin for firmer texture
- Optional: Additional candy like gummy eyeballs or candy corn
- Optional: Alternate Jell-O flavors for layering
- Optional: Instant pudding mix for pudding shot variation
Instructions
- Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a saucepan.
- In a mixing bowl, pour the boiling water over the Jell-O powder. Stir until fully dissolved.
- Stir in 0.5 cup cold water, 0.5 cup vodka, and 2 tablespoons tonic water. Mix gently to avoid bubbles.
- Pour the liquid mixture into clear shot glasses, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Drop a gummy worm or other candy into each shot before the mixture sets.
- Place filled shot glasses on a baking sheet and transfer to the fridge.
- Chill for at least 4 hours or until fully set.
- Decorate with black icing, candy eyes, or more gummies before serving.
- Serve cold on a tray or platter for best presentation.