Spooky Eyeball Jello Shots Recipe for Halloween

These Eyeball Jello Shots (or mocktails) are a fun and festive treat perfect for Halloween celebrations. Made with colorful gelatin and creative garnishes, they are sure to impress your guests and add a spooky touch to your Halloween-themed dessert ideas.

This recipe is simple to follow and can easily be adapted for both adults and kids. Whether you choose to make them with alcohol or as a non-alcoholic mocktail, these Jello shots will be a hit at any Halloween party.

Halloween Eyeball Jello Shots Recipe

These Eyeball Jello Shots are made with layers of gelatin to create a creepy yet delicious dessert. The recipe takes about 3 hours to set and serves approximately 12 shots. Perfect for a Halloween gathering, these treats combine fun flavors with a frightful appearance.

Ingredients

1 cup boiling water
1 package (3 oz) of green gelatin (lime flavor)
1 cup cold water
1 cup vodka (optional for adult version)
1 can of lychee fruit, drained
12 blueberries or chocolate chips
1 package (3 oz) of red gelatin (cherry flavor)
1 cup boiling water (for red layer)
1 cup cold water (for red layer)

Instructions

Prepare the Green Layer: In a mixing bowl, dissolve the green gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved. Add 1 cup of cold water and vodka (if using).
Fill Shot Glasses: Pour the green gelatin mixture into shot glasses, filling them about halfway. Place them in the refrigerator to set for about 1-2 hours.
Prepare the Eyeballs: While the green layer sets, take the lychee fruit and place a blueberry or chocolate chip inside each lychee to create the ‘eyeball’.
Prepare the Red Layer: In another mixing bowl, dissolve the red gelatin in 1 cup of boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved. Add 1 cup of cold water.
Add Eyeballs: Once the green layer has set, carefully place one lychee eyeball in each shot glass. Pour the red gelatin mixture over the top to cover the eyeballs.
Final Set: Return the shot glasses to the refrigerator and let the red layer set for an additional 1-2 hours.
Serve: Once fully set, serve the Eyeball Jello Shots chilled and enjoy the spooky fun!