Grinch Jello Shots

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These Grinch Jello Shots are such a fun addition to a Christmas party or Grinch movie night. They’re made with green apple gelatin and vodka, then topped with whipped cream and a red heart sprinkle for the perfect Grinch-inspired finishing touch. Whether it’s a Grinch movie night or a Grinch themed party, this Grinch jello shot recipe is just what you need! We made these Grinch Jello Shots with vodka, and we used green apple jello because we prefer the taste, and it’s a little sour, just like the Grinch!

These Grinch Jello Shots are just one of our favorite ways to celebrate the holidays! Browse our Christmas Jello Shot Recipes for even more festive ideas to add to your Christmas party menu!

Why You’ll Love These Grinch Jello Shots 

• It is the perfect recipe for Christmas jello shots. They’re a great addition to any Christmas party- think Grinch themed parties, ugly sweater parties, and more!
• These are the CUTEST Christmas jello shots we’ve made. The hearts are so fun and perfect for a Grinch shot!
• Lime jello is not our favorite flavor, so I love the green apple jello that we used for this recipe.

Ingredients:

Green Apple Gelatin– we used the sonic brand green apple gelatin, make sure the gelatin you pick is 3.94 ounces to work for this recipe.

Water– for boiling, and some cold water as well to set the jello.

Vodka– we used regular vodka, but feel free to get creative with different flavored vodkas.

Whipped cream– for topping, of course! This is optional, but it adds a lot to these fun shots.

Heart sprinkles– they wouldn’t be Grinch jello shots without a jumbo heart sprinkle!

(12) 2 ounce plastic cups– sometimes called condiment cups, you’ll need little 2 ounce plastic cups (with lids perferrably). We don’t recommend using glass shot glasses.

See exact amounts in the full recipe in our recipe card below.

PRO TIP

Swap the whipped cream for cool whip (use these piping bags and this piping tip), for a more stable whipped cream on your shots!

What Makes These Grinch Jello Shots Green?

The bright green color comes from the green apple gelatin, which is one of my favorite parts of this recipe. A lot of green jello shots use lime Jello, but I really prefer the flavor of green apple here. It’s sweet with a little bit of tartness, which feels pretty fitting for the Grinch! If you can’t find green apple gelatin, you can absolutely use lime instead and still get that fun Grinch green color.

How to Make Grinch Jello Shots

Step 1: Place your plastic cups onto a shallow baking sheet or cookie sheet for easy transportation to the refrigerator.

Step 2: In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.

Step 3: Remove from the heat and whisk in green apple gelatin.

Step 4: Add ⅓ cup cold water and ⅔ cup vodka. Stir.

Step 5: Pour the jello mixture evenly between the 2 ounce cups.

Step 6: Move to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours.

Step 7: Before serving, top with whipped cream and a heart sprinkle.

Enjoy!

Tips & Tricks

• If you can’t find the jumbo heart sprinkles, red candy hearts will work as well.
• You can use any flavor of vodka- vanilla vodka, green apple vodka, whipped cream vodka, etc… or another clear liquor, such as coconut rum or white rum.
• You can use the Jolly Rancher gelatin for the green apple flavor, but those packages are 3 ounces, so you’d use one box, plus about 1 ounce from a 2nd box.
• You can use larger plastic shot glasses, but you’ll get fewer shots total from the recipe. You can easily double or triple this recipe, however.

Grinch Jello Shots FAQs

Can I make Grinch Jello Shots ahead of time?

Yes! You can make the jello shots a day or two ahead of your party and keep them covered in the refrigerator. Wait to add the whipped cream and heart sprinkles until shortly before serving so the topping looks its best.

Can I use lime Jello instead of green apple?

Absolutely. Lime gelatin is an easy substitute if you can’t find green apple, and it will still give you the bright green color you want for Grinch Jello Shots. We just prefer the sweet and slightly tart flavor of green apple.

What vodka is best for Grinch Jello Shots?

Regular unflavored vodka works perfectly, but you can also experiment with flavored vodka. Green apple vodka will emphasize the apple flavor, while vanilla or whipped cream vodka will make the shots a little sweeter.

How long do Jello shots take to set?

Plan on refrigerating these for at least 4 hours. I prefer making them earlier in the day or the night before a party so there’s plenty of time for them to set completely.

How should I store Grinch Jello Shots?

Keep them refrigerated until you’re ready to serve. If you’re using plastic condiment cups with lids, add the lids once the gelatin has set and keep the shots chilled. Add the whipped cream and red hearts just before serving.

Can I make these without alcohol?

Yes. For a kid-friendly Grinch Jello cup, replace the vodka with additional cold water and prepare them in small plastic cups. You can still add the whipped cream and red heart on top for the same Grinch-inspired look.

We just love these cute Grinch Christmas jell-o shots. They’re perfect for your next holiday party and just so much fun. They are sure to be a huge hit.

If you love this fun Grinch jello shots recipe, check out our other Christmas jello shots!

Our layered Christmas Jello Shots are made with layered red and green jello, vodka, and festive toppings.

Our Santa Hat Jello Shots are made with strawberry jello, and topped with a strawberry Santa Hat!

Our Christmas Sprinkle Jello Shots are another option for strawberry jello shots for the holidays.

Our GREEN Christmas Jello Shots are made with lime jello!

More Grinch Fun

This Grinch Martini is the ultimate bright green cocktail for the holiday season.

If you’re planning a Grinch-themed brunch, try our Grinch Mimosa next. It’s a fun, festive green cocktail that’s perfect for Christmas morning or a holiday brunch.

Serving a crowd? Our Boozy Grinch Punch is an easy party drink with that same bright green Grinch color. It’s a great option for Christmas parties and holiday get-togethers.

For something warm and cozy, try our Grinch Hot Chocolate. This festive green hot chocolate is especially fun for a Grinch movie night or Christmas party.

Planning a whole Grinch-themed spread? I’ve gathered all of my favorite Grinch recipes in one place, including drinks, cookies, party treats, and plenty of bright green Christmas fun.

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