The Best Cinco de Mayo Jello Shots
With the bold colors of the Mexican flag, these Cinco de Mayo Jello Shots are the perfect things to serve at your next party! Grab the recipe and other Cinco de Mayo Ideas below!
These jello shots don’t just look like the perfect celebration of all things Mexico, they taste sweet, bold, and tart all mixed into one incredible shot.
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Grab the confetti, it’s time to celebrate the victory of Mexico during the Franco-Mexican War. And what better way to celebrate than with some gorgeous shots?
They taste so good that your friends won’t believe how easy they are to mix up!
Plus, you don’t have to serve them just at Cinco de Mayo. They are perfect at any fiesta that you throw.
Mexican Flag Jello Shots Ingredients
There are three layers and I used different ingredients in each layer. Here is what you’ll need for each layer. The exact amounts are in the printable recipe card, just a little bit further below.
Green Layer
- Watermelon Jello
- Pineapple Jalapeno Tequila
- Green food coloring
White Layer
- Gelatin
- Condensed Milk
- Lime Juice
- Grand Marnier
Red Layer
- Cherry Jello
- Maraschino Cherry Liqueur
- Red food coloring
I suggest giving yourself plenty of time when you make the jello shots. You need to give each layer time to set before adding the next layer.
How To Make Cinco De Mayo Jello Shots Ahead Of Time
Whenever you’re hosting a party, you want to get as much done ahead of time as possible – including making the jello shots. They will last about two days in the refrigerator. Don’t add the whipped cream and lime on top until right before you serve them.
The whipped cream on top of the Mexican flag Jello shots will melt the quickest. It’s only really pretty for about an hour after you add it.
Right before your guests arrive, pull the Jello shots out and add the whipped cream! It’s so easy!
One of the best things about these Cinco De Mayo Jello shots is the flavor. Seriously, every bite is incredible.
Cinco de Mayo Jello Shots Garnishes
Garnishing these bold jello shots is the other fun part of making them! You don’t have to use all the garnishes as I did, but it sure makes them look extra festive if you do.
After the Jello shots chilled in the fridge long enough for the blue Jello to set completely, I topped them with whipped cream and sprinkles. Then, I add a slice of lime. Voila! DONE!
Jello shots are the perfect things to serve at parties. Guests love them, and you don’t have to worry about spills!
More Fun Party Jello Shot Recipes:
If you are looking for more fun jello shots, check out these other tasty boozy shot recipes below.
- Mojito Jello Shots
- Watermelon Jello Shots
- Key Lime Pie Jello Shots
- Pina Colada Jello Shots
- Shark Fin Jello Shots
- Beach Jello Shots
- Blue Hawaiian Jello Shots
- 20 Fun Summer Jello Shots
Ready for the recipe? Here you go!
Cinco de Mayo Jello Shots
Equipment
- Medium Saucepan
- 12 Shot Glasses
Ingredients
Green Layer
- 3 ounces Watermelon Jello
- Boiling Hot Water
- 1/2 cup Pineapple Jalapeno Tequila
- 1/2 cup Cold Water
- 1 drop Green Food Coloring
White Layer
- 1 packet Gelatin .25 ounces
- 12 ounces Condensed Milk
- 1/2 cup Lime Juice
- 1/2 cup Grand Marinier
Red Layer
- 3 ounces Cherry Jello
- 1 cup Water boiling hot
- 1/2 cup Water Cold
- 1/2 cup Maraschino Cherry Liqueur
- 1 drop Red Food Coloring
Instructions
Green Layer
- In a medium saucepan add your 1 cup of water, and place over medium to high heat. Bring the water to a boil.
- Add the jello mix to the water and stir to combine.
- Now add the cold water, food coloring, and liquor.
- Stir to combine.
- Pour the green jello mixture evenly into your jello shot cups.
- Fill the cups about 1⁄3 of the way.
- Place the jello shot cups in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
White Layer
- Add 1 cup of room temperature water to the gelatin packet in a medium-sized bowl. Stir to combine.
- Set it to the side for 5 minutes.
- Add the sweetened condensed milk, and liquor to the gelatin and stir to combine.
- Set the mixture to the side to allow it to cool completely.
- Once completely cooled add the white mixture to the jello cups filling it to 2⁄3 rds of the way full. Return it back to the refrigerator for 2 hours.
Red Layer
- In a medium saucepan add your 1 cup of water, and place over medium to high heat. Bring the water to a boil.
- Add the jello mix to the water and stir to combine.
- Now add the cold water, food coloring, and liquor.
- Stir to combine.
- Pour the jello mixture on top of the white of the jello shot until full.
Kick Off The Party With These Cinco de Mayo Cocktails:
Jello shots are a great way to greet guests as they arrive at the party but lets not forget the margaritas recipes you can serve throughout the party! Try any one of these great margarita recipes below!
- 21 Festive Cinco de Mayo Drinks
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- Classic Margarita Recipe
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