How far in advance can I make Santa Hat Jello Shots?

You can make the jello portion up to 3 days ahead of time , as long as they’re refrigerated. For best results, wait until just before serving to add the whipped cream and strawberries.

Can I make Santa Hat Jello Shots without alcohol?

Absolutely. Just follow the same instructions but substitute cold water for vodka . You’ll get the same festive look and fruity flavor, minus the alcohol.

What’s the best liquor to use in Santa Hat Jello Shots?

It depends on your taste. Strawberry vodka complements the Jell-O perfectly, but tequila adds a fun twist. For something sweeter, try whipped or marshmallow vodka .

Santa Hat Jello Shots: The Cutest Holiday Cocktail You’ll Ever Make

Santa Hat Jello Shots

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Santa Hat Jello Shots are festive, boozy treats made with strawberry Jell-O, vodka, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries, styled to resemble Santa hats. They’re perfect for holiday parties and are sure to delight guests with both taste and presentation.

Author: Elena
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Yield: 12 jello shots
Category: Jello Shots
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

1 cup water
1 box (3 oz) strawberry Jell-O
1 cup vodka (or flavored vodka or tequila)
1 pint fresh strawberries (or thawed frozen strawberries)
1 can Redi Whip or 1 tub Cool Whip, thawed

Instructions

Boil 1 cup of water and remove from heat.
Add the strawberry Jell-O to the hot water and stir until completely dissolved.
Pour in 1 cup of vodka (or liquor of choice) and mix well.
Use a ladle to fill mini plastic shot cups about 3/4 full with the mixture.
Place cups on a cookie sheet and refrigerate for 4 hours or until fully set.
Hull and clean the strawberries, cutting the tops flat so they sit upright.
Top each jello shot with a dollop of whipped cream.
Place one strawberry flat-side down on top of the whipped cream.
Add a small dot of whipped cream on the tip of each strawberry to complete the Santa hat look.

Notes

Whipped cream melts quickly; decorate just before serving.
Double the recipe for larger gatherings.
For a non-alcoholic version, replace vodka with cold water.
Use a piping bag for cleaner whipped cream application.

Find it online: https://www.recipebyelena.com/santa-hat-jello-shots/