Candy Cane Jello Shots (Print-Friendly Version)
Peppermint-spiked jello treats with festive colors and creamy topping, perfect for parties and easy to make ahead.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
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240 ml cold water
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14 g unflavored gelatin
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120 ml sweetened condensed milk
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120 ml peppermint schnapps
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2-3 drops red food coloring
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Extra creamy whipped topping, thawed
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Mini candy canes, finely crushed (optional garnish)
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Candy cane-shaped jimmies sprinkles (optional garnish)
# How to Make It:
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Add cold water to a small saucepan and sprinkle unflavored gelatin evenly over the surface. Stir until the gelatin is fully absorbed.
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Warm the gelatin mixture over medium-low heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring gently, until completely dissolved and the liquid is warm but not hot. Do not allow it to simmer or boil.
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Pour sweetened condensed milk into a medium mixing bowl. Gradually whisk the warm gelatin mixture into the milk until thoroughly combined.
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Stir in peppermint schnapps and red food coloring. Whisk until the mixture turns a uniform pink shade.
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Arrange twelve 60 ml jello shot cups on a small rimmed tray. Pour the prepared mixture into each cup, filling slightly over two-thirds full.
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Refrigerate the filled cups for 2-3 hours or until the gelatin is fully set.
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Just before serving, top each shot with a dollop of whipped topping and garnish as desired with crushed mini candy canes or candy cane-shaped sprinkles.
# Extra Information:
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Ensure you use true peppermint schnapps with candy cane labeling to achieve authentic peppermint flavor.
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An 8-cup glass measuring jug with a pour spout is ideal for mixing and pouring the jello mixture into small cups.
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Only garnish just before serving to keep toppings fresh.
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A large tray simplifies transporting filled cups to and from the fridge.
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If using differently sized cups or filling to the top, serving yield may vary.