24 Festive Jelly Shots Recipe for Valentine’s Day: Sweet & Fun
You're looking for a sweet way to celebrate Valentine's Day. You'll find it with these 24 festive jelly shots recipes. They're fun, easy, and perfect for the occasion.
You'll discover flavors like Raspberry Rendezvous and Strawberry Sweetheart. What other tasty treats are in store for you?
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1. Raspberry Rendezvous Jelly Shots
Raspberry Rendezvous Jelly Shots are sweet and tangy Valentine's Day treats.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened raspberry gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup raspberry puree
- 1 cup vodka
- Fresh raspberries for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the gelatin in the boiling water.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and raspberry puree.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the dissolved gelatin.
- Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in the vodka.
- Pour the mixture into shot glasses or small cups.
- Refrigerate the jelly shots until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries and serve chilled.
2. Strawberry Sweetheart Jelly Shots
Sweet and tangy strawberry jelly shots perfect for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberry jelly
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened gelatin
- 1 cup vodka
- 1/2 cup simple syrup
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the strawberry jelly and boiling water, and stir until the jelly is dissolved.
- Add the softened gelatin to the saucepan and stir until it's fully dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vodka and simple syrup.
- Pour the mixture into small shot glasses or molds.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 3 hours or until it's set.
- Garnish with fresh strawberries and serve chilled.
3. Cherry Blossom Bliss Jelly Shots
Delicate cherry flavors in a romantic jelly shot.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened cherry gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup cherry juice
- 1/2 cup lemon-lime soda
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- 1/4 cup grenadine syrup
- Edible flowers for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, boiling water, and softened gelatin, stirring until the sugar and gelatin are dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the cherry juice, lemon-lime soda, simple syrup, and grenadine syrup.
- Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and refrigerate until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Once set, use a cookie cutter or a knife to cut out heart-shaped jelly shots.
- Serve the jelly shots chilled, garnished with edible flowers.
4. Grape Expectations Jelly Shots
Grape Expectations Jelly Shots are sweet and fruity Valentine's Day treats.
Ingredients
- 1 cup grape flavored gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup vodka
- 1 cup lemon-lime soda
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup
- Fresh grapes for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the grape flavored gelatin over the cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the boiling water and gelatin mixture, stirring until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vodka, lemon-lime soda, and simple syrup.
- Pour the mixture into small shot glasses or cups.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 3 hours or until it is set.
- Garnish each jelly shot with a fresh grape before serving.
5. Orange Crush Jelly Shots
Orange Crush Jelly Shots are a sweet and tangy treat for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened orange drink mix
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup vodka
- 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, orange drink mix, and 1 cup of boiling water, stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the softened gelatin to the saucepan and stir until it's fully dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Stir in the vodka and cold water.
- Pour the mixture into shot glasses or small cups.
- Refrigerate until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Serve chilled and enjoy.
6. Lemon Love Jelly Shots
Lemon Love Jelly Shots are a sweet and tangy treat for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened lemon-flavored gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup lemon-flavored vodka
- 1 cup lemon-lime soda
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- Edible gold dust or heart-shaped sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, boiling water, and softened gelatin, whisking until the sugar and gelatin are dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon-flavored vodka, lemon-lime soda, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish or a silicone jelly shot mold.
- Refrigerate the mixture for about 3-4 hours, or until it is set.
- Once the jelly is set, use a cookie cutter or a glass to cut out heart-shaped jelly shots.
- Garnish each jelly shot with edible gold dust or heart-shaped sprinkles.
- Serve the Lemon Love Jelly Shots chilled and enjoy.
7. Blueberry Bouquet Jelly Shots
Delicious blueberry jelly shots perfect for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup blueberry syrup
- 1 cup lemon-lime soda
- 1/4 cup blueberry liqueur
- Fresh blueberries
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, boiling water, and gelatin, stirring until the sugar and gelatin are dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the blueberry syrup and lemon-lime soda.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Stir in the blueberry liqueur.
- Pour the mixture into small shot glasses or cups.
- Refrigerate the jelly shots for at least 3 hours or until set.
- Garnish with fresh blueberries before serving.
8. Cranberry Crush Jelly Shots
Cranberry Crush Jelly Shots are sweet and tangy Valentine's Day treats.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened cranberry jelly powder
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup vodka
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- 1/4 cup cranberry juice
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the jelly powder in the boiling water.
- Add the cold water, vodka, simple syrup, and cranberry juice to the bowl.
- Stir until the mixture is well combined.
- Pour the mixture into shot glasses or small cups.
- Refrigerate until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and serve chilled.
9. Pineapple Upsurge Jelly Shots
Sweet and tangy pineapple jelly shots for a romantic twist.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened pineapple flavor gelatin
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup simple syrup
- 1/2 cup vodka
- Salt to taste
- Pineapple wedges for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- Combine the boiling water and softened gelatin, stirring until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
- Add the pineapple juice, simple syrup, and vodka to the bowl, stirring to combine.
- Pour the mixture into shot glasses or a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Refrigerate until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Serve chilled, garnished with a pineapple wedge.
10. Watermelon Wave Jelly Shots
Invigorating watermelon jelly shots perfect for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup watermelon puree
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened gelatin
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 cup lemon-lime soda
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- Salt to taste
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the watermelon puree, honey, and softened gelatin.
- Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring until the gelatin is dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the boiling water.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Stir in the lemon-lime soda and simple syrup.
- Pour the mixture into shot glasses or a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Refrigerate until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Serve chilled and garnish with a sprinkle of salt, if desired.
11. Mango Madness Jelly Shots
Mango Madness Jelly Shots are a sweet and tangy dessert perfect for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened gelatin
- 1 cup mango puree
- 1 cup simple syrup
- 1/2 cup vodka
- 1/4 cup grenadine
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Fresh mango slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the boiling water and softened gelatin, stirring until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
- Add the mango puree, simple syrup, vodka, grenadine, and lemon juice to the saucepan and stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
- Strain the mixture into airtight containers or shot glasses and refrigerate until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Serve the Mango Madness Jelly Shots chilled, garnished with fresh mango slices.
12. Peachy Keen Jelly Shots
Peachy Keen Jelly Shots are a sweet and tangy dessert perfect for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peach puree
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 envelope unsweetened gelatin
- 1/4 cup peach schnapps
- 1/4 cup vodka
- Fresh peaches for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the peach puree, sugar, and 1 cup of water.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the softened gelatin, stirring until it's fully dissolved.
- Stir in the peach schnapps and vodka.
- Pour the mixture into small shot glasses or cups.
- Refrigerate the shots for at least 3 hours, or until they're set.
- Just before serving, garnish each shot with a slice of fresh peach.
13. Kiwi Kiss Jelly Shots
Sweet and tangy kiwi jelly shots perfect for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup kiwi puree
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup simple syrup
- 1/4 cup vodka
- Salt to taste
- Edible gold dust for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, kiwi puree, and lemon juice, and heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the softened gelatin, stirring until it's fully dissolved.
- Add the simple syrup, vodka, and salt to the saucepan and stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish and refrigerate until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Once set, use a cookie cutter or a glass to cut out heart-shaped jelly shots.
- Garnish with edible gold dust and serve chilled.
14. Blackberry Belle Jelly Shots
Sweet and tangy blackberry jelly shots perfect for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup blackberry puree
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup vodka
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the blackberry puree, sugar, and 1 cup of boiling water, and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the softened gelatin to the saucepan and stir until it's fully dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Stir in the vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Pour the mixture into small shot glasses or molds.
- Refrigerate the jelly shots for at least 3 hours or until they're set.
- Serve the Blackberry Belle Jelly Shots chilled and enjoy.
15. Apricot Amour Jelly Shots
Sweet apricot and champagne jelly shots perfect for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup apricot jam
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened gelatin
- 1 cup champagne
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Fresh apricot slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the apricot jam, sugar, and 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
- Add the softened gelatin to the saucepan and stir until it's fully dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Stir in the champagne and let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Pour the mixture into small shot glasses or cups.
- Refrigerate the jelly shots for at least 3 hours or until set.
- Garnish with fresh apricot slices before serving.
16. Pomegranate Passion Jelly Shots
Pomegranate Passion Jelly Shots are a sweet and tangy Valentine's Day treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 1/2 cup passion fruit juice
- 1/4 cup vodka
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- Fresh pomegranate seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, pomegranate juice, and passion fruit juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the softened gelatin, stirring until it's fully dissolved.
- Stir in the vodka and simple syrup.
- Pour the mixture into small shot glasses or cups.
- Refrigerate the jelly shots for at least 3 hours or until they're set.
- Garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds and serve chilled.
17. Acai Affair Jelly Shots
Acai Affair Jelly Shots are a sweet and tangy treat for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope (0.25 oz) unsweetened gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup acai berry juice
- 1/2 cup lemon-lime soda
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- 1/4 cup vodka
- 1/4 cup blue curaçao
- Edible gold dust or heart-shaped sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it soften for 5 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, acai berry juice, and 1 cup of boiling water.
- Add the softened gelatin to the saucepan and stir until dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon-lime soda, simple syrup, vodka, and blue curaçao.
- Pour the mixture into small shot glasses or molds.
- Refrigerate the shots for at least 3 hours or overnight until set.
- Just before serving, garnish with edible gold dust or heart-shaped sprinkles.
18. Goji Glamour Jelly Shots
Goji Glamour Jelly Shots are a sweet and tangy treat for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope (0.25 oz) unsweetened lemon-flavored gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup rose-flavored vodka
- 1/2 cup goji berry syrup
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- Edible gold dust
- Fresh goji berries
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of boiling water and let it sit for 2 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, vodka, goji berry syrup, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Add the softened gelatin to the saucepan and stir until dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- Strain the mixture into a bowl and let it cool to room temperature.
- Pour the mixture into shot glasses or molds and refrigerate until set.
- Garnish with edible gold dust and fresh goji berries before serving.
19. Green Apple Glow Jelly Shots
Green Apple Glow Jelly Shots are a sweet and tangy Valentine's Day treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope (0.25 oz) unsweetened lemon-lime flavored gelatin
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup green apple flavored vodka
- 1 cup simple syrup
- 1/4 cup lemon-lime soda
- Splash of green food coloring
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the boiling water and softened gelatin, stirring until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
- Add the simple syrup to the saucepan and stir to combine.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the green apple flavored vodka.
- Add a splash of green food coloring to the mixture and stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into small shot glasses or cups.
- Refrigerate the mixture for at least 3 hours, or until set.
- Just before serving, top each jelly shot with a splash of lemon-lime soda.
20. Spicy Pineapple Jelly Shots
Spicy Pineapple Jelly Shots are sweet and spicy treats for Valentine's Day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened pineapple gelatin
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup coconut rum
- 1/4 cup pineapple chunks
- 1-2 teaspoons jalapeno simple syrup
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the gelatin in the boiling water.
- In a large bowl, combine the pineapple juice, sugar, and coconut rum.
- Add the dissolved gelatin to the pineapple mixture and stir until combined.
- Add the pineapple chunks and jalapeno simple syrup to the mixture.
- Pour the mixture into shot glasses or a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or until set.
- Serve chilled and garnish with pineapple wedges or cherry, if desired.
21. Berry Blissful Jelly Shots
Berry Blissful Jelly Shots are sweet and tangy treats.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened raspberry gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup mixed berry juice
- 1 cup lemon-lime soda
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- Fresh berries for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and 1 cup of boiling water, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the softened gelatin to the saucepan and stir until it's fully dissolved.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the mixed berry juice and simple syrup.
- Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
- Stir in the lemon-lime soda.
- Pour the mixture into small shot glasses or cups.
- Refrigerate the jelly shots for at least 3 hours or until they're set.
- Garnish with fresh berries and serve chilled.
22. Citrus Sunrise Jelly Shots
Vibrant citrus flavors shine in these sweet and tangy jelly shots.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 envelope (0.25 oz) unsweetened lemon-flavored gelatin
- 1 cup lemon-lime soda
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur
- Splash of grenadine syrup
- Ice
- Fresh citrus slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over 1/4 cup of water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, 1 cup of water, and softened gelatin, and heat over low heat, stirring until the sugar and gelatin are dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon-lime soda, pineapple juice, and orange liqueur.
- Pour the mixture into small cups or a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Refrigerate until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Just before serving, drizzle a splash of grenadine syrup over the top of each jelly shot.
- Serve chilled and garnish with fresh citrus slices.
23. Fruit Punch Frenzy Jelly Shots
Fruit Punch Frenzy Jelly Shots are a sweet and tangy Valentine's Day treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened fruit punch flavor gelatin
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fruit punch
- 1/4 cup vodka or rum
- Fresh fruit slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve the gelatin in the boiling water.
- In a large bowl, combine the sugar, fruit punch, and cold water.
- Add the dissolved gelatin to the large bowl and stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the vodka or rum and stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into small shot glasses or molds.
- Refrigerate until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Garnish with fresh fruit slices and serve chilled.
24. Rose Petal Romance Jelly Shots
Delicate rose petal flavor infuses these romantic jelly shots.
Ingredients
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 envelope unsweetened gelatin
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup rose-flavored vodka
- 1 cup lemon-lime soda
- 1/4 cup rose syrup
- Edible rose petals for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 1/4 cup of boiling water and let it sit for 2 minutes.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, rose-flavored vodka, and rose syrup.
- Add the gelatin mixture to the saucepan and stir until dissolved.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon-lime soda.
- Pour the mixture into small cups or a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Refrigerate until set, about 3-4 hours.
- Garnish with edible rose petals before serving.
Conclusion
You're left with a rainbow of options, a kaleidoscope of flavors, to make your Valentine's Day celebration a sweet success - will you choose Raspberry Rendezvous, Strawberry Sweetheart, or another? The possibilities are endless, a puzzle waiting to be solved, one delicious jelly shot at a time.