Description

Halloween Eyeball Jello Shots are a spooky and fun party treat perfect for your Halloween celebration. These lime-flavored gelatin shots are infused with vodka and topped with lychee ‘eyeballs’ stuffed with blueberries and a touch of red food coloring to create a creepy, bloodshot effect. Served chilled in plastic shot glasses, they offer a delightful combination of refreshing citrus and a playful, eerie presentation that’s sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients

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Gelatin Mixture

1 package (3 oz) lime flavored gelatin
1 cup boiling water
1/2 cup cold water
1/2 cup vodka

Eyeball Decoration

1 can (15 oz) lychee fruits in syrup, drained
1 cup blueberries
Red food coloring gel
24 plastic shot glasses

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Instructions

Dissolve Gelatin: Dissolve the lime gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until the gelatin fully dissolves to ensure a smooth mixture.
Mix Liquids: Add 1/2 cup of cold water and 1/2 cup of vodka to the gelatin mixture. Stir thoroughly until well combined, balancing the flavors.
Pour into Shots: Pour the gelatin mixture into the plastic shot glasses, filling each about 3/4 full to allow space for the eyeball decoration.
Initial Setting: Refrigerate the gelatin shots for about 30 minutes, or until they begin to set but are not yet firm. This prepares the surface for the eyeballs to sink slightly.
Prepare Eyeballs: While the gelatin is setting, gently insert a blueberry into the center of each hole in the lychee fruit, creating the eyeball’s pupil.
Add Bloodshot Effect: Add a drop of red food coloring gel to the top of each blueberry to create a realistic ‘bloodshot’ look, enhancing the spooky presentation.
Assemble Shots: Once the gelatin is partially set, gently place one lychee ‘eyeball’ onto each shot, allowing it to slightly sink into the gelatin surface.
Final Chill: Return the jello shots to the refrigerator and chill until fully set, usually taking about 2 to 3 hours to reach firm consistency.
Serve: Serve chilled for the best texture and flavor, and enjoy your spooky Halloween treat!

Notes

If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, substitute the vodka with an equal amount of cold water or lemon-lime soda.
Use food-grade green or red food coloring gels for the best results with vivid colors and safety.
Ensure the gelatin is partially set before adding the lychee eyeballs so they maintain their position and don’t sink too deep.
The lychee and blueberry combination creates a realistic eyeball effect but can be substituted with peeled grapes and olives as an alternative.
Store the jello shots in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness and texture.