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Gingerbread Jello Shots topped with whipped cream.
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Gingerbread Jello Shot

The holidays bring a lot of festive and fun energy that will get you to at least one get-together or party for Christmas. And, what better way to celebrate the joys of Christmas than with these Gingerbread Jello Shots? They are deliciously sweet and spiced with a gingerbread simple syrup, Bailey's Irish Cream, Butterscotch schnapps, and vodka
Prep Time20 minutes
Chill Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 20 minutes
Course: Shots
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Gingerbread Jello Shots
Servings: 12 2 oz Jello shots
Author: Jill

Ingredients

Gingerbread Syrup:

  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 2 Tbsp Molasses
  • 1 tsp Ginger Ground
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Ground

Gingerbread Jello Shots:

  • 1/2 cup Baileys Irish Cream
  • 1/4 cup Butterscotch Schnapps
  • 1/2 cup Vodka
  • 1/4 cup Gingerbread Simple Syrup
  • 1/2 cup Water Cold
  • 4 envelopes Knox Gelatin
  • 2 cups Water Boiling

Instructions

Gingerbread Syrup Recipe:

  • Add the water and sugar into a medium saucepan. Turn the heat to medium and continuously stir until all the sugar is dissolved. Then add the molasses, ground ginger and cinnamon then stir until combined. Continue to heat for 2-3 more minutes, making sure all ingredients are well melded. Set aside.

Gingerbread Jello Shots Recipe:

  • In a medium size pot, boil 2 cups of water. Grab a large bowl and combine the Baileys liqueur, Butterscotch Schnapps, vodka, gingerbread simple syrup, and cold water. Stir the mixture well. Using a whisk, stir in 4 Knox gelatin packets until all the powder is dissolved. Pour the 2 cups of boiling water in and continue to mix.
  • Now pour the gingerbread jello shot mixture into the jello shot cups. Chill in the refrigerator for 2-4 hours until all the gelatin is set. Just before serving, top with whipped cream and small gingerbread cookiesEnjoy!