Description
These playful Petri Dish Jello Shots combine zesty lime gelatin with a splash of tequila, creating a fun and festive party treat. Enhanced with lemon-lime soda for a bubbly twist and optional edible green glitter for a spooky, science-lab aesthetic, these jello shots are perfect for Halloween or themed gatherings. Garnished with candy eyeballs, they delight guests with both flavor and quirky presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups lemon lime soda
- 1 cup tequila
Gelatin and Decoration
- 2 (3 oz) packages Lime Jello
- 1/4 tsp edible green glitter (optional)
- candy eyeballs for decoration
Instructions
- Boil Water: Bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a rolling boil on the stovetop to prepare the base for dissolving the gelatin.
- Dissolve Gelatin: Empty both packages of lime gelatin powder into a large mixing bowl, then carefully pour in the boiling water. Stir continuously for about two minutes, or until all the gelatin is fully dissolved, ensuring a smooth mixture without lumps.
- Add Soda and Tequila: Stir in 1 1/2 cups lemon lime soda and 1 cup tequila into the dissolved gelatin mixture, blending thoroughly to combine the bubbly flavor and the alcohol evenly.
- Incorporate Glitter: If using, add 1/4 teaspoon of edible green glitter to the mixture and stir well to disperse the sparkle throughout for an eye-catching effect.
- Pour into Petri Dishes: Carefully pour the gelatin mixture into clean petri dishes to create the signature look of these jello shots, which mimic scientific culture plates.
- Decorate: Place candy eyeballs on top of each filled dish to enhance the spooky and fun visual appeal.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the petri dishes for at least 4 hours or until the gelatin is firm and set, making them ready to serve at your event.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the gelatin dissolves completely in boiling water to prevent graininess.
- Adjust the amount of tequila depending on desired potency, but be cautious to not compromise gelatin setting.
- If edible glitter is unavailable, green food coloring can be a fun alternative.
- Use clear petri dishes or small clear cups to enhance the visual presentation.
- Store the jello shots in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shot (approx. 2 oz)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
