Light Champagne Jello Shots New Year’s Eve
These light champagne jello shots are elegant, refreshing, and perfect for New Year’s Eve. They come together in about 15 minutes of active time and are a crowd-pleasing, bite-sized treat that lets the flavor of the bubbly shine through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (chilling time)
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 16-18 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bottle (750 ml) Brut Champagne or Prosecco
- 1 box (3 oz) Light Jello (strawberry or raspberry)
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1/2 cup vodka or citrus-flavored vodka
- Optional: Edible glitter or gold stars
Instructions
- Bloom the gelatin: Pour the 1/2 cup of cold water into a small saucepan. Sprinkle the entire box of light jello over the water. Let it sit for 2-3 minutes without stirring.
- Heat it up: Place the saucepan over low heat. Gently warm the mixture, whisking constantly, until the jello is fully dissolved (about 3-4 minutes). Do not let it boil.
- Cool it down: Remove the saucepan from the heat. Let it cool for 5-7 minutes until just warm to the touch.
- Add the vodka: Stir in the 1/2 cup of vodka and whisk until fully combined.
- Slowly add the champagne: Open the bottle of brut champagne. Pour it slowly into the saucepan, whisking gently to incorporate without beating out all the carbonation. Skim off any large bubbles if desired.
- Pour into cups: Transfer the mixture to a pitcher or large measuring cup with a spout. Place shot cups on a baking sheet and pour the liquid into each cup, filling almost to the top (leave about 1/8 inch for lids).
- Chill: Carefully transfer the baking sheet to the refrigerator. Let set for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Serve: Once set, pop the lids on. If using edible glitter, sprinkle a tiny pinch on top right before serving. Arrange on a platter and serve cold.
Notes
The most common mistake is adding champagne to a jello mixture that’s too hot—it kills the bubbles. Let the jello mixture cool until just warm to the touch. Don’t over-whisk; gentle folding is best. Patience is key: let them set in the fridge for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. These can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the fridge with lids on.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jello shot
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 5
- Carbohydrates: 6
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