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Bold and Easy Black Jello Shots for Halloween Parties Recipe

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4.8 from 96 reviews
  • Author: anna
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Description

These Bold and Easy Black Jello Shots are perfect for Halloween parties, combining black cherry or grape Jello with black soda and striking black food coloring for a spooky, flavorful treat. Quick to prepare and chilled to firm, they’re garnished with festive Halloween sprinkles, edible glitter, or plastic spiders for a fun, eerie twist.

Ingredients

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Jello Mixture

  • 1 (3 oz) box black cherry or grape Jello
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • ½ cup cold water
  • ½ cup black soda (cola or black cherry soda)
  • Black food coloring, as needed
  • Optional: pinch of activated charcoal or gel tint for darker color

Garnish (Optional)

  • Halloween sprinkles
  • Edible glitter
  • Plastic spiders

Instructions

  1. Dissolve Jello: In a mixing bowl, combine the Jello powder with 1 cup of boiling water. Stir continuously for about 2 minutes until the Jello powder is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
  2. Add Liquids: Stir in ½ cup of cold water followed by ½ cup of black soda, such as cola or black cherry soda, to add fizz and flavor depth.
  3. Color: Gradually add black food coloring to the mixture until the desired deep black shade is achieved. For an even darker or more intense tone, mix in a pinch of activated charcoal or use a gel tint.
  4. Pour: Carefully transfer the prepared Jello mixture into shot cups, molds, or test tubes for easy serving and an eye-catching presentation.
  5. Chill: Place the filled containers in the refrigerator and chill for 2 to 3 hours until the jello shots are fully set and firm.
  6. Serve: Before serving, garnish the jello shots with spooky Halloween sprinkles, edible glitter, or plastic spiders to enhance the festive theme. Serve cold and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use black soda with low sugar options if you want to slightly reduce calories.
  • Activated charcoal is optional but helps achieve a deeper black color without changing flavor significantly.
  • Be sure to fully dissolve the Jello powder to avoid grainy texture.
  • These jello shots are best served cold and consumed within 24 hours for optimal texture and freshness.
  • Use plastic or silicone molds for easy removal if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 0 minutes (chilling time)
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Halloween jello shots, black jello shots, party jello shots, black cherry jello, spooky jello recipe, easy Halloween treats

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