Cherry Starburst Jello Shots
My Cherry Starburst Jello Shots have a boozy cherry base and are topped with a creamy candy layer. These taste just like your favorite candy!
I love making Malibu Jello Shots and Fireball Jello shots for parties. These Starburst Jello shots are another crowdpleaser. They're sweet, easy to make and have two tasty layers.
Why This Recipe Works: A Sprinkle of Food Science
- Not Too Much Alcohol: This helps the Jello set correctly
- Sweetened Condensed Milk Topping: It is creamy and less firm than the first layer for that classic chewy candy texture.
Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
- Jello: I like using Starburst gelatin for the most authentic flavor. I found it at Walmart and used the Cherry kind. Strawberry would also be super yummy. Regular Cherry Jell works great too.
- Vodka: Be sure it is chilled as this will help the Jello set correctly. I like using Cherry or Whipped Cream vodka. Smirnoff Cherry is my go to. Absolut Cherry is also decent. Readers have commented using Pink Whitney or Vanilla vodka when using strawberry Jello as well.
- Grenadine: choose a real pomegranate-based option for brighter color and flavor.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: Use the full fat variety.
Krystle's Tips: Steal My Culinary School Secrets
- Cooling Is Key: Allow to cool before pouring into plastic cups so they don't melt. Also be sure to allow the first layer to set in the fridge before pouring in the second.
- Use a Glass Spouted Measuring Cup: It makes boiling the water in the microwave and pouring into the cups so much easier.
- Easy Transfer: Place on a sheet pan to easily transfer without any spills.
- Remove From Cups: If you want to serve outside the cups spray with nonstick spray and loosen with a knife.
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Cherry Starburst Jello Shots
My Cherry Starburst Jello Shots have a boozy cherry base and are topped with a creamy candy layer. These taste just like a Starburst!
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Servings: 12 Shots
Calories: 272kcal
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Ingredients
For the Cherry Cream Layer
- 1 ½ Cups Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 3 Ounces Cherry Starburst Jello
- ½ Cup Grenadine
- ½ Cup Cherry Vodka
For the Jello Layer
- 3 Ounces Cherry Starburst Jello
- 1 Cup Boiling Water
- ¾ Cup Cherry Vodka Chilled
- ¼ Cup Cold Water
- 1 Teaspoon Grenadine
- Cherry Starburst Candy For Garnish
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Instructions
For the Jello Layer
- Whisk cherry jello and boiling water until dissolved.
- Stir in the chilled vodka, grenadine, and cold water unltil combined. Cool for around 10 minutes.
- Pour into 2 ounce plastic cups until around ¾ full. Chill for 1-2 hours or until set.
For the Cherry Cream Layer
- Bring the condensed milk to a low simmer. Stir in cherry jello.
- Remove from heat and stir in chilled cherry vodka, water, and grenadine. Stir well. Cool for 10-15 minutes.
- Pour or spoon on top of Jello layer. Chill for 2-3 hours. Garnish just beore serving with one Starburst each. Enjoy responsibly!
Nutrition
Calories: 272kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 119mg | Potassium: 147mg | Sugar: 39g | Vitamin A: 102IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 110mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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I love how creative this twist is, the cherry Starburst flavor makes them so different from the usual jello shots. These look like such a hit waiting to happen.
These red cherry starburst jello shots are so good. My kids loved it and asked me to make it again.
Now that's a jello shot I can get behind! The cherry flavor was incredible and I adore that creamy layer on top!
These are so fun and tasty!! I'm going to make them again for my book club....I know my friends will love them, too!
These are the perfect party favor!
These Jell-O shots are so much fun!
These Cherry Starburst Jello Shots have a sweet cherry base and creamy candy layer. They’re fun, flavorful, and taste just like the real thing.