Gingerbread Jello Shot Recipe
These Gingerbread Jello Shots are cute and easy to make! They taste like a gingerbread cookie, but in a jello shot form!
Gingerbread Jello Shots
Gingerbread cookies are one of my favorite Christmas cookies! I love both the soft cake-y cookies AND the crispy gingerbread cookies that you get to decorated with icing.
But I’ll bet you’ve never had a gingerbread cookie like this before…
These are Gingerbread Cookie Jello Shots!! They taste amazing! Just imagine a creamy and spicy gingerbread latte, but with a kick! And aren’t they just the cutest with a little gingerbread man on top?
Surprisingly, this is a fairly easy recipe to make! You only need 5 ingredients + water. The actual preparation takes about 20 minutes, but you’ll need a couple hours for the jello to chill and set. And then the fun part…decorating!!
So let’s get to it!
(Recipe intended for readers 21+)
Related: For another fun flavor, try our Easy Cherry Christmas Jello Shots too!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup Irish cream liqueur, such as Bailey’s
- 1/4 cup Butterscotch schnapps
- 1/2 cup Vodka
- 1/4 cup Gingerbread syrup
- 1/2 cup Cold Water
- 4 envelopes unflavored gelatin (such as Knox gelatin, each packet is 0.25 ounce)
- 2 cups Boiling Water
Optional Toppings and Garnishes
- Whipped Cream
- Holiday Sprinkles
- Mini Gingerbread Cookies — You can also make your own homemade cookies with our mini iced gingerbread men cookies recipe!
Kitchen Supplies Used
- 2oz plastic condiment cups
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet or Muffin Tin
- Small or Medium Saucepan
- Wire Whisk
Instructions
To Prep: Place the plastic shot glasses on a baking sheet or in a muffin tin. This will make it easier to move them all in and out of the fridge to chill.
- In a small saucepan, boil 2 cups water.
- In a large bowl, stir together Bailey’s, butterscotch schnapps, vodka, gingerbread syrup, and cold
water. - Whisk in 4 envelopes unflavored gelatin, until completely dissolved.
- Pour in the 2 cups of boiling water and mix well.
- Pour the jello shot mixture into the plastic cups and chill in the refrigerator until completely set.
- When ready to serve, top with whipped cream, Christmas sprinkles, and a mini gingerbread man cookie.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Gingerbread Syrup?
Gingerbread syrup is a flavoring that is used in coffees, drinks, etc. There are different brands available such as Monin, Torani, etc. I linked to one of them in the ingredients list above, but you may be able to find something similar in a specialty foods store or even the coffee aisle at the grocery store.
As an alternative, you can make your own gingerbread simple syrup at home! You’ll need:
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Molasses
- 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
To make it, heat the water and sugar in a saucepan, stirring until all of the sugar is dissolved. Add the molasses, ginger, and cinnamon and stir until combined. Cook for 2-3 more minutes, to give all the flavors a change to come together.
How Long Can You Keep Jello Shots In The Fridge?
Jello shots can last up to a week refrigerated, so they are a great party recipe to make ahead of time. If preparing them in advance, I recommend putting lids on top of the condiment cups, to protect the jello.
More Gingerbread Recipes To Try:
- Gingerbread Cheesecake
- Gingerbread Poke Cake
- No-Bake Oreo Gingerbread Truffles
- Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies
- Grinch Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies
- No-Bake Gingerbread Cream Pie
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Gingerbread Jello Shot Recipe
Equipment
- 2oz plastic condiment cups
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Baking Sheet or Muffin Tin
- Small or Medium Saucepan
- Wire whisk
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Irish cream liqueur such as Bailey's
- 1/4 cup Butterscotch schnapps
- 1/2 cup Vodka
- 1/4 cup Gingerbread syrup
- 1/2 cup Cold Water
- 4 envelopes unflavored gelatin such as Knox gelatin, each packet is 0.25 ounce
- 2 cups Boiling Water
Optional Toppings and Garnishes
- Whipped Cream
- Holiday Sprinkles
- Mini Gingerbread Cookies
Instructions
- To Prep: Place the plastic shot glasses on a baking sheet or in a muffin tin. This will make it easier to move them all in and out of the fridge to chill.
- In a small saucepan, boil 2 cups water.
- In a large bowl, stir together Bailey's, butterscotch schnapps, vodka, gingerbread syrup, and cold water.
- Whisk in 4 envelopes unflavored gelatin, until completely dissolved.
- Pour in the 2 cups of boiling water and mix well.
- Pour the jello shot mixture into the plastic cups and chill in the refrigerator until completely set.
- When ready to serve, top with whipped cream, Christmas sprinkles, and a mini gingerbread man cookie.
Notes
Nutrition
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