Apple Cider Jello Shots with Fireball Whiskey

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Whether you’re looking for a new recipe to add to your party rotation or just want a fun and festive way to celebrate the holidays, these Apple Cider Jello Shots with Fireball Whiskey are sure to please!

With just a few simple ingredients, these jello shots are easy (and delicious!) to make. Plus, they’re perfect for any fall or winter party. So gather your friends and get ready for some fun!

Ingredients

• Knox unflavored gelatin
• Apple cider
• Fireball whiskey
• Whipped cream for topping
• Ground cinnamon for topping

See the recipe card for quantities.

How to make Apple Cider Jello Shots with Fireball Whiskey

Step 1: Place 16 (2 oz.) plastic cups onto a baking sheet. Set aside.

Step 2: In a medium saucepan, add 2 cups of apple cider, and sprinkle over Knox gelatin. Whisk together until gelatin is incorporated, and then heat over medium heat until just steamy.

Step 3: Remove from the heat and whisk in 1 cup cold apple cider and 1 cup Fireball. Stir until well combined.

Step 4: Fill the 2 oz. cups with the apple cider jello mixture, then move them to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours.

Step 5: Before serving, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, and enjoy!

Hint: To make sure your fireball jello shots turn out perfectly, be sure to follow the recipe carefully and chill them for at least 4 hours before serving. And don’t forget the whipped cream and cinnamon topping!

Substitutions

• Knox unflavored gelatin – if you cannot find Knox, you can use any unflavored gelatin.
• Apple cider – feel free to use any type of apple cider. You can also use apple juice for a light flavor. We LOVE Musselman’s apple juice. It is amazing!
• Fireball whiskey – if you don’t like Fireball, you can use any type of whiskey or even vodka. You could also substitute for similar flavored alcohol such as Stillhouse Red Hot Whiskey, Jim Beam Kentucky Fire, Sinfire, or Beach Whiskey Bonfire Cinnamon.
• Whipped cream – you could also top these jello shots with caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, or even just a sprinkle of cinnamon. You could also make it even boozier with some alcohol-infused whipped cream.
• Ground cinnamon – this is for topping only, so feel free to omit it if you don’t have any on hand. Apple pie spice would also be delicious!

Variations

• Apple Pie Jello Shots – mix in a bit of apple pie filling and/or some crumbled graham crackers.
• Cherry Jello Shots – use cherry instant Jello in place of the apple cider gelatin mixture
• Orange Jello Shots – use orange gelatin and orange juice in place of the apple cider mix
• Apple Schnapps Jello Shots – use Apple Schnapps in place of the fireball whisky.
• Nonalcoholic Apple Jello Shots – for a non-alcoholic version, omit the alcohol.

Storage

These delicious apple cinnamon shots can be stored in the fridge for up three days. Be sure to keep them tightly sealed, so they don’t dry out. Plastic jello shot cups with plastic lids work well for this.

Top Tips

• Make sure that you use the proper amount of gelatin for your jello shot recipe.
• For a fun twist, try using green apple gelatin like in our green apple fireball jello shots.
• Top with a green apple jolly rancher, some red hots, or hot tamales for a decorative and tasty touch.

If you like this recipe, you might also like these other Fall jello shots-

Caramel Apple Jello Shots

Butterbeer Jello Shots

Apple Pie Shots

Pumpkin Jello Shots

You might also like these fun Washington Apple Shots!

Make This Festive Holiday Treat for Your Next Party!

Have you ever had a jello shot? If not, you’re missing out! Jello shots are a fun and easy way to enjoy your favorite alcoholic drinks in shot form. And this recipe for apple cider jello shots with fireball whiskey is the perfect fall or winter party drink!

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