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Jack Frost Jello Shots

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By: Diana Published on November 5, 2024

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Bright blue and topped with a snowy garnish of whipped cream and coconut, these fun and easy Jack Frost Jello Shots will be a huge hit at all of your upcoming Christmas holiday parties!

blue jack frost jello shots in plastic cups with whipped cream and coconut.


Should you make Jello Shots for Christmas? I say go for it! These blue Jello shots topped with a snowy mound of whipped cream and coconut remind me of the Jack Frost character from the old ’70s claymation animated holiday movie.

That makes them perfectly on-theme for Christmas or whenever you want to serve your friends a tasty blue-Hawaiian-style alcohol treat.

These also give Princess Elsa vibes! Serve these shots with a side of my adorable snowman cupcakes.

Blue jello shots for christmas topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut.

Jack Frost Jello Shots Recipe Highlights

  1. A Super Simple Recipe – There are only two directions in this recipe, because all you need to do is combine all of the ingredients and then pour the mixture into cups. The hardest part might be waiting for the gelatin to set!
  2. Perfect for Parties – Jello shots have a way of turning any old party into a really fun one! You can serve these at home, or bring them to the next holiday party you’re invited to.
  3. Versatile Recipe – Jello shot recipes all follow the same basic formula, so feel free to change out the type of alcohol, flavor of juice, or flavor of Jello to make your own new jello shot specialty.

Blue Christmas Jello Shots Ingredients

Here’s what you need to make these fun and festive Jack Frost shots:

a bottle of malibu rum, a box of berry blue jello, a large can of pineapple juice, and a small glass bottle of blue curacao.

Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

  • Blue Jell-O Powder: Berry Blue jello is the perfect color for these icy Jack Frost shots, but any other blue instant gelatine will work too. Look for blue raspberry if you’re shopping for a different brand.
  • Coconut Rum: Malibu Rum is my favorite, but you could also make these with Bacardi Coconut or Parrot Bay Rum.
  • Blue Curacao: This orange-flavored liqueur makes these shots even more bright blue!
  • Pineapple Juice: Pineapple, rum, and coconut are a classic combination. These shots taste just like a blue Hawaiian! It’s important that you use canned coconut juice and not freshly squeezed. Fresh pineapple has an enzyme in it that will keep the Jell-O from setting.
  • Whipped Cream and Coconut: These garnishes or toppings are optional, but delicious! I like to toast the shredded coconut for a few minutes in a dry pan to bring out the yummy flavor.

If you’d rather make blue Christmas Jello shots with vodka instead of rum, check out how I make my summer Pool Party Jello Shots instead!

How To Make Jack Frost Blue Jello Shots

blue jello mixed with boiling water in a glass bowl.
1. Mix Up The Jello: Combine Jell-O powder with boiling water until the mix fully dissolves. Then stir in the coconut rum, curacao, and pineapple juice.
blue jello shots poured into 2 ounce disposable plastic cups on a sheet pan.
2. Fill and Chill: Pour the rum and jello mixture into 2-ounce disposable cups. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the Jell-O has fully set.

Tip!

Garnishes make these Jello shots extra fun! Just before serving, top each shot with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of toasted coconut.

Recipe Tips

  • Adjust the amount of alcohol. To make these less boozy, reduce the amount of rum and blue curacao by half, and replace them with additional juice or water.
  • Other ways to decorate: Instead of the whipped cream and coconut, try adding a sugar rim, or adding a few mini marshmallows on top. You can also decorate these shots with blue sprinkles.
jack frost blue jello shots topped with coconut and whipped cream.

Jello Shot Storing Tips

You can store these Christmas Jello shots (without the whipped cream topping) in the fridge for up to 3 days. I like to use the souffle cups with lids so that each shot can be easily covered and contained.

You can very easily make these drinks ahead of time. Keep them covered with the lids and in the fridge until you’re ready to serve them.

Non-Alcoholic Jello Shots

Want to make a batch of Jello shots that everyone, including the young ones, can enjoy?

Make the recipe as described, but substitute the alcohol with additional water, pineapple juice, or coconut water.

If you do plan to make a batch with alcohol and a batch without, be sure to keep them separated and well-labeled so that the right people get the right ones!

What to Serve with Christmas Jello Shots

Jack Frost Jello shots are party food! Or maybe they’re drinks? I’m not entirely sure what to call them.

But I do know that they are definitely meant to be enjoyed with friends, so you’ll want to make sure you have plenty of snacks and appetizers to go with them.

I have tons of amazing holiday appetizers and Christmas desserts that you can make this season, and here are a few of my favorites:

  • Christmas Pinwheel Cookies
  • Sugar Cookie Fudge
  • Crockpot Grape Jelly Meatballs
  • Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnuts
  • Peppermint Hot Chocolate Fudge
  • Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart Bread
  • Classic Chex Mix
  • Rum Balls

Need an occasion to plan for? Invite your favorite people over for a holiday cookie exchange, a white elephant gift party, an ugly sweater party, or a Christmas game night.

closeup of blue pineapple jello shots topped with whipped cream and toasted coconut.

Recipe FAQs

Where do you find cups for jello shots?

The best cups to use are the small 2-ounce portion cups with lids, like the ones sauces are in when you order take-out. I can usually find these at Target and Walmart, or you can order a pack online.

How much alcohol is in this recipe?

Keep in mind that Malibu rum and blue curacao each have a lower alcohol content than regular rum or other types of hard liquor. Each shot in this recipe will contain approximately one-half ounce of total liquor, which is less than what would be in a typical cocktail. As always, please consume alcohol responsibly!

How far ahead of time can I make Jello Shots?

I like to make these a day ahead of time, but you can technically make them up to 3 days ahead of time if you need to. Leave the whipped cream garnish for just before serving.

I thought that I couldn’t make jello with pineapple juice?

It’s true that you can’t make jello with fresh pineapple pieces or fresh pineapple juice. Pineapple contains enzymes that will keep the Jello from setting. The good news is that canned pineapple and canned juice have been pasteurized, and that process destroys those enzymes, so the Jello shots will set up just fine!

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Jack Frost Jello Shots

Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Chill Time: 2 hours hrs
Total Time: 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Author: Diana
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Bright blue and topped with a snowy garnish of whipped cream and coconut, these fun Jack Frost Jello Shots will be a huge hit this Christmas!
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Bright blue and topped with a snowy garnish of whipped cream and coconut, these fun Jack Frost Jello Shots will be a huge hit this Christmas!

Equipment

  • 12 2 ounce plastic portion cups with lids
  • Glass mixing bowl

Ingredients 

  • 1 3-oz box (85 g) berry blue jello mix
  • 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
  • ½ cup (120 ml) Malibu Rum or other coconut rum
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) blue curacao
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) pineapple juice canned

Optional for serving:

  • whipped cream
  • toasted shredded coconut

Instructions 

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together boiling water with the berry blue jello until the jello fully dissolves.
  • Stir the rum, curacao and pineapple juice into the jello.
  • Pour the jello mixture into your shot cups, filling close to the rim.
  • Chill shots in the refrigerator for 2 hours or until the jello has fully set.
  • Garnish with whipped cream and toasted coconut shreds if using, serve and enjoy!

Notes:

  • Non-Alcoholic Version: Make the recipe as described, but substitute the alcohol with additional water, pineapple juice, or coconut water.
  • Adjust the amount of alcohol. To make these less boozy, reduce the amount of rum and blue curacao by half, and replace them with additional juice or water.
  • Other ways to decorate: Instead of the whipped cream and coconut, try adding a sugar rim, or adding a few mini marshmallows on top. You can also decorate these shots with blue sprinkles.
  • To Store: Keep the shots covered and in the fridge for up to 3 days. Wait to add the garnishes until just before serving. 
 

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1shot, Calories: 494kcal, Carbohydrates: 51g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 23mg, Sodium: 8mg, Potassium: 121mg, Fiber: 0.1g, Sugar: 41g, Vitamin A: 208IU, Vitamin C: 6mg, Calcium: 38mg, Iron: 0.2mg

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

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