WHY YOU’LL LOVE A MUDSLIDE

• Dessert and cocktail in one glass
  
• Thick, milkshake-style texture
  
• Balanced booze, not harsh
  
• Five minutes, one blender
  
• Crowd-pleasing and unapologetically indulgent

Frozen Mudslide Recipe

This is not a subtle drink… and it’s not pretending to be.

You don’t sip a mudslide cocktail politely. You commit to it.

It’s cold and creamy and rich in that way that feels a little ridiculous, but that’s the point. The ice cream carries everything, the chocolate shows up, and the booze stays smooth instead of sharp.

This is the drink you make when dinner’s done, the lights are low, and nobody needs to be anywhere else.

Grab a straw. Maybe a spoon. And don’t overthink it.

Love the Kahlúa and Baileys combo? Our B52 Shot takes those same flavors and layers them into a gorgeous shot that’s perfect for parties.

INGREDIENT NOTES

• Chocolate Ice Cream: Full-fat only for this mudslide recipe! Lower-fat versions turn icy and thin.
  
• Vodka: Neutral and clean. This one’s for structure, not flavor.
  
• Irish Cream: Adds sweetness and body.
  
• Coffee Liqueur: Balances the chocolate with a touch of bitterness.
  
• Heavy Cream or Half-and-Half: Heavy cream is richer, while half-and-half is lighter but still smooth. Either works.
  
• Chocolate Syrup: Rounds everything out and deepens flavor. Looks pretty drizzled on the side of the glass too!

CHAD’S RULE OF THUMB

If it tastes good as a milkshake before you add the alcohol, it’ll make a great mudslide. If it doesn’t, the booze won’t fix it.

SOLID, NO-ARGUMENT PICKS

These brands behave exactly how you want in a frozen mudslide recipe:

• Baileys Irish Cream: Creamy, smooth, reliable
  
• Kahlúa: Balanced coffee bitterness, not harsh
  
• Tito’s Vodka: Clean, neutral, disappears into the drink

Classic flavors. No surprises.

STEP-UP OPTIONS (CONNOISSEUR APPROVED)

If you want a slightly more refined edge…

• Stoli Vanilla Vodka: Adds depth without sweetness overload
  
• Mr Black Coffee Liqueur: Bolder coffee flavor, less sugar
  
• Homemade Chocolate Syrup: Deeper cocoa flavor

Still plenty indulgent. Just sharper.

VARIATIONS

TGIF-Style: Half chocolate, half vanilla ice cream.

Vanilla Mudslide: Use only vanilla ice cream.

Extra Boozy: Add 1 more ounce of vodka.

Irish Mudslide Drink: Replace vodka with Irish whiskey.

Coffee Forward: Include an extra splash of coffee liqueur or swap in some coffee ice cream.

No Cream: Skip the heavy cream/half-and-half and add one more scoop of ice cream.

WHEN TO SERVE IT

• After dinner, instead of dessert
  
• Casual entertaining
  
• Late-night cocktails
  
• St. Patrick’s Day
  
• When subtle sounds exhausting

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

• Drizzle chocolate syrup down the sides of each glass before pouring.
  
• Add whipped cream and extra drizzle if you want full dessert energy.
  
• Top with shaved chocolate or espresso beans for something a little extra.
  
• Best with no food plans afterward 😉

MUDSLIDE RECIPE FAQ

A frozen mudslide works because fat, sugar, and alcohol are doing different jobs at the same time.

Ice cream provides fat and structure, which smooths alcohol burn and creates that milkshake texture. Alcohol lowers the freezing point, keeping the drink soft instead of icy.

The coffee liqueur adds bitterness, which prevents the chocolate from tipping into cloying.

Crushed ice is key: smaller ice particles integrate instead of rattling, giving a consistent mouthfeel. Blend long enough to emulsify everything fully, but not so long that heat thins it out.

This frozen mudslide recipe isn’t about finesse. It’s about balance and temperature control.

TOOLS NEEDED

• High-Speed blender: Smooth texture is a must here.
  
• Measuring Cup or Jigger: Balance matters for the best sip.
  
• Tall Glasses: This is not a rocks-glass kind of drink.
  
• Spoon or Straw: Dealer’s choice!

Enjoy!

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Frozen Mudslide

Our Frozen Mudslide Recipe makes a creamy, chocolatey ice cream cocktail. With Kahlua and Bailey’s, this boozy sweet drink is sure to please!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Blender

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2 cocktails

Calories 590cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• blender

Ingredients

• 16 ice cubes
• 6 scoops chocolate ice cream about 3 cups
• 3 ounces vodka
• 3 ounces Baileys Irish Cream
• 3 ounces Kahlúa coffee liqueur
• 3 ounces heavy cream or half-and-half
• 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup

Instructions

• CRUSH ICE: Add 16 ice cubes to a blender. Pulse for 10 to 15 seconds, until the ice is finely crushed and snowy.
• ADD INGREDIENTS: Add 6 scoops chocolate ice cream followed by 3 ounces vodka, 3 ounces Baileys Irish Cream, 3 ounces Kahlúa coffee liqueur, 3 ounces heavy cream or half-and-half, and 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup.
• BLEND: Blend on high speed for about 45 seconds, until thick, creamy, and completely smooth. The mixture should look like a milkshake and sound steady with no ice chunks rattling.
• SERVE: Pour evenly into two tall glasses.
• GARNISH: Serve immediately. Add whipped cream and an extra drizzle of chocolate syrup if desired.

Notes

Ice Cream Note: Use full-fat ice cream for the creamiest texture. Lower-fat ice cream can make the drink icy instead of smooth.

Make-Ahead: This cocktail is best enjoyed right after blending. Freezing leftovers is not recommended.

Half-and-Half Note: If using half-and-half instead of heavy cream, the drink will be slightly lighter but still creamy.
Variations:

Vanilla Mudslide: Use vanilla ice cream instead of chocolate.

TGIF-Style Mudslide: Use 4 scoops chocolate ice cream and 2 scoops vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 590cal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 38mg | Sugar: 40g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published September 2011, updated and republished February 2026

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Wine and Ice Cream

Recreate a childhood favorite drink by swapping soda for strawberry wine — it takes it to an entirely different level of deliciousness!

And an ice cream wine float is so easy to make that you can whip one up in minutes after a long day.

Simply add scoops of ice cream and freshly sliced strawberries to a wine glass, then pour the wine on top.

Finish by adding some club soda, garnish with a strawberry, and sip the night away.

Serving cold and refreshing drinks at barbecues and potlucks is a must when it’s hot out. Try this Peach Margarita and my classic Easy Pina Colada Recipe next.

Or, if you are looking for something incredibly unique, reach for my Gummy Bear Jello Shots or this Orange White Wine Sangria. Both are always crowd-pleasers at our house!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Vanilla Ice Cream – I’ll usually grab a high-quality ice cream (like Haagen-Dazs) to make the whole process easier, but my homemade vanilla ice cream would be delicious too.
  
• Strawberry Wine – Don’t settle for a wine you don’t love. Choose a bottle that tastes great on its own!
  
  I used a bottle of Strawberry Barefoot Fruitscato for my wine and ice cream floats, which combines Moscato with the flavor of strawberries.
  
  You could also use a genuine strawberry wine made from fresh berries.
  
• Fresh Strawberries – Hull and slice the berries before adding them to the glass. You can use frozen strawberry slices in a pinch but they’ll get a bit mushy as they thaw.
  
• Club Soda – Adds plenty of bubbles to make your wine and ice cream float extra delicious. Sparkling water is a great swap, but avoid tonic water as it will be too bitter.

Tips and Tricks to Make Perfect Wine and Ice Cream Floats

• Add the ice cream first.

Some recipes have you start with the wine, but then you have to deal with potential splashes.

I find it much easier to add the scoops before the liquids. And if you measure them out, you’ll still get the ratios just right.

• Make it as sweet as you’d like.

Swap the club soda for strawberry soda to make the wine ice cream float even sweeter. It’ll have a more intense strawberry flavor too!

• Create a fruity twist.

Mix a few additional berries, such as raspberries and blueberries, into your wine ice cream float for a mixed-berry version.

Add about 4-8 berries total so they add enough color and flavor without being too overwhelming.

• Serve with a spoon or a straw — or both!

Dig into your strawberry wine and ice cream float right away with a spoon, or let it sit for a few minutes to allow the ice cream to melt.

Then, you can sip it right out of the glass! I like to have a spoon either way so I can scoop up the fresh berries.

Prep Ahead

• Hull and slice strawberries

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• Ice Cream Scoop – I’ve somehow collected six scoops, but this one is always my go-to!
• Jigger – Essential for any well-stocked bar, this quickly and accurately measures liquids for making cocktails. In a pinch, liquid measuring cups will work as well.

Wine Float Flavor Variations

The sky’s the limit when it comes to flavor combinations, really. Experiment with different types of wine — red or white — and different flavors of ice cream!

Pair blueberry ice cream or lime sherbet with your favorite whites, or pour a fruity red like Merlot or Pinot Noir over triple berry or black cherry ice cream.

If you’re unsure, look for the fruit notes listed on the bottle and use those as ideas.

You can even add flavored sparkling water or seltzer to the wine and ice cream for another layer of flavor.

Something citrus or berry-flavored would be fantastic in this strawberry float.

Want to enjoy some classic cocktail combinations? Try these ice cream wine float flavors:

• Mimosa Float: Champagne + Orange Sherbet
• Raspberry Spritzer Float: Rosé or Pink Moscato + Raspberry Sorbet
• Bellini Float: Prosecco + Peaches and Cream Ice Cream

Ice Cream Wine Float FAQ

Enjoy!

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Pair Wine and Ice Cream with fresh berries and club soda for boozy sweet treat. This strawberry wine float is a hit at parties!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1 float

Calories 644cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 3 scoops vanilla ice cream
• 2 strawberries sliced
• 5 ounces strawberry wine
• 2 ounces club soda

Instructions

• Scoop the ice cream into a wine glass. Drop the sliced strawberries over the ice cream.
• Pour the wine into the glass, then top with club soda.
• Serve and enjoy!

Notes

• Strawberry soda could be used in place of club soda for a sweet flavor.
• This dessert cocktail tastes like boozy strawberry ice cream.

Nutrition

Calories: 644cal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 183mg | Sugar: 54g | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 271mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published July 2021, updated and republished February 2025

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I love the flavor of these Tequila Sunrise Jello-O shots! This easy recipe is a fun way to make a classic cocktail in shot glasses!

You can whip these up for your next summer party, or add this to your list of new recipes to surprise your family and friends. 

This jello shots recipe has the flavor of a classic summer cocktail, but the jello mixture makes it unique and fun!

I’ve served this fun cocktail recipe in jello shot form at adult birthday parties, or during a holiday weekend. It’s also great for Cinco de Mayo, or for party time while sitting around the pool. And let’s not forget a good ol’ backyard BBQ! 

Once you fill the jello shot cups, don’t forget to add a fun garnish. A small wedge of fresh orange or maraschino cherries are my go-to toppers for these tequila sunrise jell-o shots. 

Follow the steps on the printable recipe card below to see the perfect way to make these yummy Tequila Sunrise jello shots!

Everyone will love that tasty tequila layer with the fun jello flavors. Perfect for your next party! 

Tequila Sunrise Jello Shots

A layer of red, a layer of orange, and sweet all the way down — it’s your favorite Tequila Sunrise recipe, but the cocktail is mixed with gelatin in a cute little cup! 

Jello shots with tequila take only 10 minutes to prep and less than 3 hours to set in the fridge. 

Plus, they store well, so they’re great for making whenever you have a quick second before a weekend party. The only thing better is Mimosa Jello Shots for brunch!

And with whipped cream and a cherry on top? These Tequila Sunrise Jello shots make the PERFECT summer dessert cocktails!

Speaking of summer cocktails, check out my 5 Favorite Margaritas and let me know which is your favorite!

There are so many fun ways to use this liquor in cooking, not just in cocktails. Grilled Tequila Lime Chicken is one delicious example that you absolutely have to try.

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Gelatin – You’ll need a layer of red Jello-O for the bottom, so I recommend using either strawberry or cherry. 
  
  I use plain, unflavored gelatin for the orange layer — the flavor comes from the orange juice instead!
  
• Orange Juice – I like to use good ol’ Sunny D! It’s sweet, tangy, and so yummy — perfect for this Jello shot recipe with tequila! 
  
  If it’s too sweet for you, you can use your favorite brand of OJ instead. 
  
  Personally, I wouldn’t use any brand with pulp because it messes with the texture, but it’s your call!
  
• Tequila – Use your favorite brand of tequila for the alcohol portion. 
  
  In my opinion, silver tequila is the best candidate for any tequila Jello shot recipe as it won’t affect the color of each layer.
  
• Optional Ingredients – It isn’t totally necessary, but I think a nice dollop of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry on top really puts these tequila Jello shots over the top!

Prep Ahead Instructions for Jello Shots with Tequila

Assemble the shots in disposable plastic cups, and keep them covered after the second layer sets. 

Use plastic shot cups that come with lids so they’re easier to transport. Plus, you can stack them to save fridge space!

If you’ll be prepping Tequila Sunrise Jello shots in advance, wait until you’re ready to serve before topping them with whipped cream and cherries. 

Otherwise, the garnishes get pretty gross if they’re left in the fridge for longer than an hour or so.

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• 2-ounce Shot Cups – These typically come in quantities of 50-100, perfect for making plenty of tequila Jello shots for a huge party!
• You also need a good, steady pouring instrument to get smooth, even layers. 
  
  I like using a kitchen injector/syringe because it’s so easy, but any funnel or pouring pitcher will work.

Tequila Jello Shot Recipe FAQ

How To Store Tequila Jello Shots

Keep lids on your plastic shot cups, and remember to store them without the whipped cream and cherries on top. 

If you store them this way, any Jello shot recipe with tequila will keep in the fridge for up to 2 weeks!

Because they last for so long, and because they’re so easy to make, I don’t recommend freezing them. Doing that absolutely ruins their consistency and texture.

Enjoy!
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Tequila Sunrise Jello Shots are a fun way to enjoy a classic cocktail. These tangy, sweet tequila Jello shots are perfect for summer parties!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Chilling Time 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 40 minutes minutes

Servings 15 Jello shots

Calories 45cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• 2-ounce shot cups
• drink injector OR
• funnel pouring pitcher
• rimmed baking sheet

Ingredients

• 3 ounces red gelatin powder 3-ounce box red Jell-O
• 2 packets unflavored gelatin
• ¾ cup orange juice
• 4 ounces tequila
• 1 ½ cups boiling water divided
• 1 cup cold water
• whipped cream optional
• maraschino cherries optional

Instructions

• Arrange empty shot cups on rimmed baking sheet; Set aside.
• Add packet of red Jello and 1 cup boiling water to a medium mixing bowl; stir until the gelatin dissolves. Add the cold water and stir to combine.
• Using the injector, fill 15 shot cups ¼ full with the mixture. Transfer the tray of Jello shots to the fridge for an hour, or until gelatin sets.
• Add the orange juice to a medium mixing bowl and sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over the top of it. You may need to gently press down on the gelatin powder to get it wet and start the process. Leave the mixture to sit until the gelatin dissolves and no longer looks clumpy.
• Add in ½ cup boiling water and stir until the gelatin dissolves. Add the tequila and stir to combine.
• Using the injector, fill the shot cups with tequila mixture to about ¾ of the way full. Transfer the tray of shots to the fridge for 1 ½ hours, or until set.
• Top with whipped cream and a cherry for serving, if desired, and enjoy responsibly!
• Store in refrigerator without garnishes, with lids on, for up to 1 week. Do not freeze.

Notes

1. Nutrition shown is for 1 Jello shot, without whipped cream or cherries.
2. Do not add hot water to the unflavored gelatin powder before it’s been dissolved in cold water. You’ll make it clumpy and stringy. It’s salvageable, but definitely not as easy to use or as nice looking.
3. If you want to make the red layer alcoholic, swap out half a cup of the cold water for more tequila. Do not go beyond half a cup of alcohol per Jello layer or you risk the layer not setting up.
4. I like using Sunny D for the orange juice as its sweet flavor rounds out the flavor of the shot well. Avoid using an orange juice that has pulp. The texture and appearance are unpleasant in a shot.
5. I like using an injector because it’s quicker and easier. However, I’ve been able to use a pourable measuring cup and make it out with little mess as well.
6. Add garnishes right before serving or within a couple hours of serving. Garnishes have a tendency to get gross sitting in the fridge for long periods. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 Jello shot | Calories: 45cal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 29mg | Sugar: 6g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published May 2022, updated and republished January 2025

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Whether you’re enjoying them for Christmas, New Year’s Eve shots, or a typical weekend brunch, these orange Jello shots are the perfect shots for any celebration.

They’re the perfect way to make fancy jello shots right at home! 

The flavor of these champagne jell-o shots are so yummy, and are just so much fun to enjoy.

All you need are a few simple ingredients to get started, and these will be the perfect festive touch for extra fun. 

Don’t forget to grab some small plastic cups to put these classy jello shots into. It’s a simple spin on a cocktail recipe that is anything but cookie cutter.

New recipes like this are the best way to celebrate with flavor! Find out how easy it is to make these boozy jello shots today – you’ll be hooked! 

Champagne Jello Shots 

Imagine everything there is to love about mimosas: the sweet, citrusy taste of orange juice and the classy, celebratory nature of champagne. 

Mimosa Jello shots bring all of these qualities together in a fun and creative way!

These champagne Jello shots are super convenient too — make them in advance and simply pull them out of the fridge once you’re ready to serve them.

But why stop at Christmas and New Year’s? There’s a Jello shot recipe for every occasion.

My festive Red White and Blue version is perfect for your 4th of July celebrations, and Bahama Mama will be a hit at your next summer pool party!

Champagne Jello Ingredient Notes

• Gelatin – A standard mimosa recipe contains two basic ingredients: orange juice and champagne. 
  
  I use orange-flavored gelatin mix in this recipe to get the same sweet, citrusy flavor that the juice has — which also allows for maximum champagne Jello!
  
• Champagne – You can use any champagne of your choice, depending on what you like best. Pick up a bottle of champagne the next time you’re at the grocery store. 
  
  However, I recommend using a dry champagne because it isn’t too sweet. It will complement the orange juice nicely without adding to the sweetness. 
  
• Hot Water – Boiling water is essential to getting the champagne Jello mixture to dissolve properly.
  
• Cold Water – This will cool the gelatin mixture down so that it can begin to set.
  
• Optional Ingredients – Whipped cream and orange slices are the perfect garnishes for these orange Jello shots.
  
  Whatever you want to add to the top of these champagne shots is perfect. Silver sprinkles, sanding sugar, edible gold leaf paper – the sky is the limit! 
  
  While these garnishes are optional, I wouldn’t recommend skipping them — they’re tasty, cute, and so fun!
  
  They can be served at engagement parties, New Years eve parties, at a wedding shower, Oscar parties – and more! 

Tips for Making Mimosa Jello Shots

• Use an Injector. 

This tool will make filling the shot cups a quick and easy process. It also guarantees that your kitchen stays mess-free. 

However, if you don’t have an injector, a pourable measuring cup should do the trick.

• Watch Your Alcohol Amount. 

Be careful not to exceed ½ cup of champagne. Adding too much alcohol can cause the gelatin to not set properly.

You need to have firm gelatin to be sure that this easy champagne jello shots recipe sets properly to be able to enjoy. 

• Add Garnishes Right Before Serving. 

If you do want to add either of the optional garnishes, timing is key! 

Since you’ll want your garnishes to be as fresh as possible, do not add them until you’re ready to serve or your shots will be mushy.

• Serve Chilled. 

These gelatin shots are best served chilled, just like the mimosas that they were based on. 

You can keep them in the fridge until it’s close to serving time, and they will be easy to grab and go with how they’re packaged in plastic shot cups.

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• 2-ounce Plastic Shot Cups – You can usually find these at the store in large packs, so you’ll have plenty of cups to make a batch for a big party.
• Mixing Bowls – I like to have a variety of sizes on hand, and this set has them all.
• Injector or Pourable Measuring Cup – I use my 8-cup Pyrex measuring cup for tasks like this. 
• Small Baking Sheet – A tray will make it easy to pop your Jello shots in and out of the fridge when you’re leaving them to set.

Orange Jello Shots FAQ

Storing Orange Shots with Champagne

Without garnishes, champagne Jello shots will last for approximately 2 weeks in the fridge. Be sure to place the lids on the shot cups for best results.

You should never freeze Jello shots — it will completely ruin the texture. Plus, these are so easy to make, there’s really no need!

Enjoy!

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Mimosa Champagne Jello Shots (New Years Eve Recipe)

These Champagne Jello Shots are topped with sweet whipped cream and fresh orange slices, making them an absolute hit!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

chill time 2 hours hours

Total Time 2 hours hours 5 minutes minutes

Servings 14 2-ounce shots

Calories 27cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 3 ounces orange Jello mix
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1/2 cup champagne See Notes
• 1/4 cup cold water
• whipped cream optional
• orange slices optional

Instructions

• Place the orange jello mix in a medium mixing bowl and add the boiling water. Stir with a spoon until the gelatin dissolves.
• Add the cold water and champagne and stir again.
• Line up your shot cups on a baking sheet or moveable flat surface.
• Using an injector or pourable measuring cup, fill each shot cup ¾ of the way full.
• Transfer the tray of Jello shots to the fridge. Chill for 2 hours or until gelatin is set. If you won’t be serving them right away, cover the shot cups with lids and store them in the fridge.
• Before serving, garnish each cup with optional whipped cream and an orange slice. Enjoy!

Notes

If you decide to add the garnishes, do not add them until you’re ready to serve the shots.

These shots will keep in the fridge for about 2 weeks, without garnishes added. If storing, be sure to place the lids on the shots and do not add garnishes.

Be careful going over ½ cup champagne as alcohol can cause the Jello to not set up.

I use an injector because it’s quicker and less messy. However, a pourable measuring cup works as well.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 27cal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 0.5g | Sodium: 30mg | Sugar: 5g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.04mg

Originally published November 2022, updated and republished December 2024

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Learning how to make jello shots with rum should be first on your list of to-dos this summer! 

After all, most rums are already sweet and easy to drink. And combined with the right flavors? You won’t be able to get enough — and neither will your friends!

Bahama Mama Jello Shots

You really can’t go wrong with pineapple and coconut. Right?

Well, this classic combo is even better with the addition of a little orange and lime to tone down the sweetness! And that’s what makes the Bahama Mama so irresistible! 

And with a dash of grenadine for a gorgeous red and hint of pomegranate goodness, these little desserts are downright dangerous!

Keep in mind that these are strong Jello shots, so don’t go too crazy!

But for me, the real star of this recipe is the Malibu. I use it in everything!

From pina coladas to bikini martinis, its smooth and nutty taste turns the fresh factor up to 100. Just what you need for a hot summer day! Or try these Mimosa Jello Shots, they are an absolute hit!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Malibu Rum – Malibu jello shots are so smooth and tasty that you almost don’t need any other ingredients!
  
  You can use half white rum and half Malibu, like the original cocktail, but the flavor will stay pretty much the same.
  
• Pineapple, Orange, and Lime Juice – I like to use store bought juice.
  
  Not just because it’s quick and easy, but because fresh squeezed is pulpy and takes away from the texture. But if you want to juice your own oranges and limes, go for it!
  
• Whipped Cream and Pineapple Chunks – These are optional garnishes that are both tasty and cute! Some other fresh and simple toppings are maraschino cherries, orange chunks, or lime chunks. 

Jello Shots Recipe Tricks & Fixes

• Too Sweet? Replace the pineapple juice with additional orange juice, lime juice, or even grapefruit juice for a bit of bitter to tone down the sugar.
  
• Be Gentle With the Gelatin – You can’t add the gelatin right to the hot water: you need to sprinkle it over the juice, let it dissolve, then add the hot water, and then gently stir it to combine.
  
  If you’re too hasty, it’ll get stringy and chunky – not at all what we want! You can fix this by scooping out the chunks, but it’s best to avoid it altogether.
  
• Adjust the Alcohol – Use less rum and more juice, or more rum and less juice, to get these tasty treats as boozy as you like.
  
  But remember: too much alcohol and the shots won’t set.

Storing and Preparing Malibu Jello Shots

There are a few things that’ll make chilling and storing super easy! Stick your cups in the freezer ahead of time to help the jello set quickly.

I also recommend using a baking sheet as a tray to easily slide these Bahama Mama jello shots in and out of the fridge.

You can stick Malibu rum jello shots in the freezer to help them set, but don’t freeze them entirely! The texture will be totally lost and your shots will be ruined.

Bahama Mama Jello Shots FAQ

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Bahama Mama Jello Shots

Bahama Mama Jello Shots have coconut, lime and pineapple flavors -a tropical party drink! You’ll love this recipe for Malibu Jello shots!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Mixed, Stovetop

Prep Time 7 minutes minutes

chill time 2 hours hours

Total Time 2 hours hours 7 minutes minutes

Servings 10 jello shots

Calories 40cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• 2-ounce shot cups with lids
• drink injector

Ingredients

• 2 packets unflavored gelatin 0.25 ounces each
• 1/2 cup hot water
• 4 ounces pineapple juice
• 4 ounces Malibu rum
• 2 ounces orange juice
• 1/2 ounce lime juice
• 1/2 ounce grenadine
• whipped cream optional
• pineapple chunks optional

Instructions

• Add the pineapple juice and orange juice to a medium mixing bowl.
• Sprinkle the gelatin over the top and let it dissolve into the juices.
• Once the gelatin has dissolved and lost its powdery look, add the boiling water and stir until the gelatin has dissolved.
• Add the remaining ingredients and stir again.
• Using the injector, fill each shot cup until it’s about ¾ of the way full.
• Chill for 2 hours, or until set.
• If desired, garnish with whipped cream and a pineapple chunk. *SEE NOTES

Notes

You can also add orange chunks, maraschino cherries, or lime chunks as a garnish as well. Do not add garnishes unless you plan to serve the Jello shots within a couple of hours after making them. You can’t put the lids on top of them if you’ve added the garnishes, and also, the whipped cream will weep if it sits uncovered inside of the fridge.

Ungarnished, the shots will keep in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. Do not freeze.

Do NOT add the gelatin to hot water first. It makes the gelatin stringy and chunky. However, you can still use it if you make this mistake – Just use a spoon to scoop out the random chunks that are left behind. Unflavored gelatin doesn’t work the same as flavored gelatin like Jello.

You may need to slightly stir the mixture once you add the gelatin, as the powder might not fully sink into the liquid. Just be gentle about it.

If desired, you can swap out half of the Malibu rum for white rum. However, you won’t notice much difference in flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 40cal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.03g | Saturated Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 2mg | Sugar: 2g | Fiber: 0.04g | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg

Originally published August 2022

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Snickers are my favorite candy bar and lucky for me Chad likes to make things I enjoy.  SCORE!  So he has been in his mixology lab working on the perfect candy cocktail to satisfy my cravings. Packed with peanut flavor this Snickers Martini cocktail surely hits the spot! 

Making use of several ingredients you will find in your pantry really makes this a winner for the kitchen cocktail artist. The flavors of the Snickers really come through and if you like you could even rim the glass in chocolate syrup and chopped peanuts.

Snickers Martini Cocktail

Rich chocolate, caramel, vanilla cream and peanut butter all work together to create this delightful Snickers inspired cocktail. You are going to love it!

Kick off your heels and pour yourself one tonight!

Speaking of simple recipes, of course our new cookbook {The Simple Kitchen – available to order now}is packed with delicious, easy recipes.

The Simple Kitchen is loaded with more than 75 BRAND NEW recipes and a hand full of family favorites too.

8 chapters with a total of 82 quick and easy recipes that are bursting with flavor!!!

Every recipe has a photo that will make your mouth water. It has slow cooker meals, one-pot recipes, quick dinners, simple appetizers, desserts and more!!!

And we have included kitchen tips to make dinnertime less stressful.

We are so excited to share our recipes with you!!! So, don’t wait. Go and grab yours today!  The Simple Kitchen <– click here to order. 

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Check out more of our favorite candy inspired cocktail recipes: 

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cocktail   

Chocolate Cherry Cordial Cocktail

Lemon Cream Pie Martini 

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Snicker’s Martini Cocktail

Snicker’s Martini features a rich chocolate flavor with caramel, vanilla cream and peanut butter all coming together to create this delightful candy bar inspired cocktail.

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2 large martini’s

Calories 583cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 3 ounces Divinci caramel syrup or your favorite
• 4 ounces creme de cacao white
• 2 ounces amaretto liqueur
• 2 ounces hazelnut liqueur
• 2 ounces International Delight French Vanilla Creamer
• 3 tablespoons peanut butter

Instructions

• Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add peanut butter, creme de cacao, amaretto and hazelnut liqueurs to the shaker. Shake for about a minute until the peanut butter is mostly dissolved (alternately you can stir in the peanut butter.
• Add caramel syrup and creamer. Shake to combine. Strain into cocktail glasses.
• Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 583cal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 255mg | Sugar: 70g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg

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Valentine’s Day is very special to Chad and I.  However rather than getting sucked into the crowded restaurants we take the night at home.  Our favorite dinner and cocktails.  Something sweet for me?  Yes!  Pour me a Cherry Cordial Cocktail please. 

Chocolate Covered Cherry Cordial Cocktail

I know your mouth is watering just looking at that fantastically scrumptious cocktail. The cocktail starts with a chocolate swirled cocktail glass and only gets better from there.  Cherry vodka and chocolate liqueur create a flavor explosion.

The Chocolate Covered Cherry Cocktail is absolutely the best Valentine’s Day present!  Who needs a box of chocolates when you can have this luscious chocolate cherry cocktail. 

Kick off your heels and pour yourself one tonight!

Check out our favorite sweet cocktails for your sweetie. Click on the image or the link to open in a new window.  Recipe is at the bottom of each subsequent page.

Snickers Martini Cocktail features rich chocolate, caramel, vanilla cream and peanut butter.  They all work together to create this delightful Snickers inspired cocktail. Packed with peanut flavor this Snickers Martini cocktail surely hits the spot!

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cocktail  is a magical blend of chocolate and hazelnut liqueurs and a few items from your kitchen pantry that come together to create the most authentic peanut butter cup cocktail you will ever taste.  It is truly enchanting.

Root Beer Float Martini – it is like no other. Sweet, creamy and delicious. Pure root beer barrel goodness served up in your new favorite martini!

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Chocolate Covered Cherry Cordial Cocktail

Chocolate Covered Cherry Cocktail

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Calories 244cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Pinnacle whipped cherry vodka
• 2 ounces Dekuypers creme de cocoa
• 2 ounces International Delight French Vanilla Creamer
• 1 ounce grenadine
• 1 ounce Maraschino cherry juice from the maraschino cherry jar
• chocolate syrup
• ice

Instructions

• Prepare 2 martini glasses by swirling with chocolate syrup (or melted chocolate). Set aside.
• Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Combine remaining ingredients. Shake well to combine.
• Strain into prepared glasses. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 244cal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Sugar: 22g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg

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There is nothing like planning a party with custom cocktails.  Mix up a pitcher for your adult party this summer.

Chad and I are International Delight creamer lovers from way back (we are so excited to be partnering with them
again) and long before we were creating recipes with it we were using it
in our coffee.  Back then, hands down, French Vanilla was our favorite
flavor to add to our hazelnut coffee.  It is truly divine.  It is national coffee month and we are so excited to hear how you like to flavor your coffee.  Which International Delight flavor is your favorite?

One day Chad took the ID creamer out of the fridge and said “I am going
to use this in a cocktail”.   The addition of International Delight
French Vanilla Creamer in place of cream or milk in cocktails was
unbelievable.  It takes the cocktail to a whole new level!  Needless to
say we have an incredible collection of cocktail recipes using ID.

Looking for even more yummy inspiration?  Find and share delight in the International Delight Pinterest community! 

We are thrilled to bring you a collection of dessert cocktail recipes that Chad developed that will knock your socks off! 

Enjoy!

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Check out our favorite dessert cocktail recipes:  Click on the image or the link and it will open each one in a new tab.

Snickers Martini Cocktail features rich chocolate, caramel, vanilla cream and peanut butter.  They all work
together to create this delightful Snickers inspired cocktail. Packed
with peanut flavor this Snickers Martini cocktail surely hits the spot!

Chocolate Caramel Cookie Cocktail Shooters perfect for any party or any day.  These shooters are sweet and chocolaty with a touch of caramel that make them exactly what your get together needs.   Serve with or without the cookie!

Root Beer Float Martini – it is like no other. Sweet, creamy and delicious. Pure root beer goodness served up in your new favorite martini!

Chocolate Caramel Milkshake Cocktail. So amazing. Smooth and creamy without ice cream. Scrumptious chocolate liqueur is intensified with Kahlua.  Caramel and
cream combine to make this one adult cocktail that you will make over
and over!

Banana Split Martini features creamy banana flavor garnished with chocolate syrup and crushed peanuts. It’s like a banana split in a glass.

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Raspberry Orange Creamsicle Cocktail

Do you remember Creamsicles?  Yeah the push pop ones.  When I was a kid I loved those (probably would still love them) and they were a fun summer treat.  In honor of summer, Chad created a Raspberry Orange Creamsicle Cocktail that tastes exactly like an orange Creamsicle, with a grown up twist.

This cocktail is perfect for your adult summer parties.  We will certainly be serving it up this season. Kick off your heels and pour yourself one tonight!

Enjoy this Creamsicle cocktail recipe!
With love, from our simple kitchen to yours. 

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Raspberry Orange Creamsicle Cocktail

Raspberry Orange Creamsicle Cocktail tastes exactly like an orange Creamsicle push pop, but with a grown up twist! A fun cocktail recipe!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Calories 124cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Raspberry Pomegranate Smirnoff Sorbet Vodka
• 2 ounces orange juice
• 4 ounces International Delight French Vanilla Creamer
• 1/4 cup fresh raspberries
• ice

Instructions

• Fill an ice shaker 3/4 full with ice. Add remaining ingredients and shake until raspberries a smashed and cocktail is combined.
• Strain into 2 cocktail glasses and serve.
• Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 124cal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 7g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg

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Happy Thursday y’all!  It’s Ladies Night.

Chad has been working on a dessert cocktail for me; one of my favorite candy bars transformed into a cocktail.  I am so excited for next week.  In the meantime we decided to share some of our favorite desserts and treats that he transformed into cocktails for us in his magical mixology lab.  Enjoy and come back next week to share my new favorite candy bar cocktail or cocktail candy bar !

Kick off your heels and pour yourself one tonight!

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Don’t forget to check us out on Facebook – we have a virtual Ladies Night party every Thursday. 
Come and link up your favorite cocktail or dish!  Fabulous cocktails,
fantastic food and amazing company.  It is THE place to be on Thursdays!

Click on the photo or the link to open recipe page (recipe is at the bottom of the page).

Chocolate Caramel Cookie Cocktail Shooters perfect for any party or any day. Serve with or without the cookie!

Chocolate Caramel Milkshake Cocktail. So amazing. Smooth and creamy without ice cream.

Cherry Cordial Cocktail – Who needs a box of chocolates when you can have this luscious Chocolate Cherry Cocktail, sweet, chocolaty, cherry cordial in a glass

The Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Cocktail is like a Peanut Butter Cup in a glass. Ladies night or any night it is perfectly divine.

Root Beer Float Martini – it is like no other. Sweet, creamy and delicious. Pure root beer goodness served up in your new favorite martini!

Banana Split Martini features creamy banana flavor garnished with chocolate syrup and crushed peanuts. It’s like a banana split in a glass.

Perfectly Pecan Pie Martini, an incredibly sweet, creamy, and oh sooo nutty cocktail! Perfect for every occasion.

Grandma’s Sugar Cookies Martini is your favorite sugar cookie transformed into a fabulous cocktail.  Like nothing you have tried before!

This luscious Lemon Cream Pie Martini is the perfect cocktail to celebrate spring. Just like the dessert it is lip smacking good, tart, sweet & creamy!

Strawberry Martini; a perfectly sweet strawberry cocktail, followed by a rich cake flavor and a fabulous creamy end note.

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