Chocolate Covered Cherry Jello Shots
Indulge in the ultimate party treat with these decadent Chocolate Covered Cherry Jello Shots—a fun twist on a classic dessert and cocktail fusion! Featuring the bold flavors of cherry-flavored gelatin and cherry vodka, these colorful bites are built around juicy maraschino cherries with their signature stems. Each jello shot is dipped in smooth, dark chocolate, creating an irresistible combination of fruity sweetness and rich cocoa. Simple to prepare and oh-so-stunning, these boozy desserts are perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or any festive occasion. Serve them chilled for a show-stopping presentation that will delight your guests and satisfy their sweet tooth!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 oz (1 small box) Cherry-flavored gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1 cup Boiling water
- 0.5 cup Cold cherry vodka
- 0.5 cup Cold water
- 20 Maraschino cherries with stems (drained and patted dry)
- 8 oz Dark melting chocolate
- 20 Mini cupcake liners or small silicone molds
Instructions
Prepare a mini cupcake pan with liners, or set out silicone molds on a tray for easy assembly.
In a medium mixing bowl, pour the cherry-flavored gelatin. Add 1 cup of boiling water and whisk until the gelatin is completely dissolved (about 2 minutes).
Stir in 0.5 cup of cold cherry vodka and 0.5 cup of cold water. Mix until well combined.
Carefully pour the gelatin mixture into the prepared liners or molds, filling each about halfway.
Gently place one maraschino cherry into the center of each mold, ensuring the stem sticks out. Press lightly to ensure the cherry sits in the middle.
Refrigerate the jello shots for at least 3 hours, or until fully set.
Once the jello shots have set, melt the dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second increments, stirring after each, until smooth and fully melted.
Remove the set jello shots from the liners or molds, dipping the tops (and partially the sides) of the jello in the melted chocolate. Allow any excess chocolate to drip off.
Place the chocolate-covered jello shots on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Refrigerate for another 15-20 minutes, or until the chocolate has hardened.
Serve chilled and enjoy responsibly!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 70.3 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.1 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 217.2 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 180.3 g | ||
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 27.0 mg | 150% | |
| Potassium | 1320 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
