Description
These festive Christmas Jello Balls are a fun, adult-friendly treat that combines vibrant cherry gelatin with a splash of vodka and maraschino cherry juice. They’re perfect for holiday parties, adding both color and a bit of cheer to your celebrations!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 oz. package of cherry gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup vodka
- 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
- Maraschino cherries, drained and sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, dissolve the gelatin in boiling water, stirring until completely dissolved.
- Stir in the cold water, vodka, and maraschino cherry juice.
- Pour the mixture into a shallow pan or silicone mold and refrigerate for about 2-3 hours, or until set.
- Once the gelatin has set, cut into small balls or scoop out with a melon baller.
- Garnish each Jello ball with a slice of maraschino cherry before serving.
Notes
- You can use any other flavored gelatin if you prefer a different color or taste.
- For a fun variation, serve the Jello balls in a decorative holiday dish or on toothpicks.
- Adjust the amount of vodka to your taste preference, but be mindful that more alcohol will affect the gelatin’s ability to set properly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (chilling time: 2-3 hours)