Piña Colada Jello Shots are a fun and yummy twist on regular jello shots. They taste just like a tropical Piña Colada cocktail and they’re so easy to make for your next party!
Other adult options to consider the next time you’re hosting a get together include our Mudslide, Blue Hawaiian Jello Shots, and Tequila Sunrise.
Jello shots are easy to make, portable, taste great, and guarantee smiles when you hand them out, making them a great option for any party. And they’re versatile, using any type of jello flavor and liquor. We converted our favorite Pina Colada cocktail into Pina Colada Jello Shots for a super delicious dessert boozy jello shot.
This Jello shot recipe contains the classic Piña Colada ingredients, which are mixed together, poured into cups, then chilled until firm. We then top them off with fresh whipped cream, a small pineapple wedge, and a maraschino cherry for a festive tropical treat!
Jello Shot Recipe
Here’s what you’ll need:
(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements)
- Island Pineapple Jell-O gelatin
- Pineapple juice (chilled)
- Coconut rum (chilled
- Garnish: Fresh whipped cream, fresh small pineapple wedges, maraschino cherries
How to Make Jello Shots
Jello shots are simply Jello mixed with alcohol (in this case, coconut rum and also pineapple juice.) To make them, first boil water and pour it in a bowl with the Island Pineapple Jell-O gelatin powder. Whisk the Jello powder to make sure it completely dissolves in the water. Whisk in the cold pineapple juice and cold coconut rum, then pour into shot glasses or plastic containers. The shots chill in the refrigerator until firm.
(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements)
Tips for Success
- Set out a sheet pan: Spreading out jello shot cups on a sheet pan makes them easy to transfer to the fridge once they’re filled.
- Use something with a spout for pouring: A large spouted measuring cup or mixing bowl that has a spout helps prevent spills when you’re pouring the liquid jello into the cups.
- Chill all the liquids: Make space in your fridge to chill the pineapple juice and rum. This ensures the jello sets properly.
- Wait to garnish: Chill the shots until firm and then garnish right before serving.
Jello Shot Cups
You can certainly make jello shots in shot glasses, but if you’re serving a crowd (and don’t work at a bar), you probably don’t have enough. We love these Jello shot cups with lids, which are basically condiment cups. You get a lot of them for super cheap and they’re disposable, so virtually no clean up. For this recipe, you’ll need the 2 ounce size.
How to Serve Jello Shots
We garnish our Pina Colada Jello Shots, but wait until right before serving so the whipped cream doesn’t melt and the fruit stays fresh. When you’re ready to enjoy them, run a dull knife around the inside edge of the container to loosen the jello and remove it. We also recommend giving your guests tasting spoons for those who don’t want to swallow them all at once.
Make Ahead and Storing
How long do jello shots take to set? Our recipe calls for 2 ounce shots and will take between 3-4 hours to firm up. If you make them bigger, they will take longer.
How long do jello shots last? In the refrigerator, they will stay good for 3-5 days. Once removed from the fridge, they don’t last long, especially in a warmer atmosphere. Plan to consume the shots within 30–45 minutes.
Can you freeze jello shots? You can freeze shots. They will get colder and firmer than shots chilled in the fridge, of course, but it’s not our preferred method since they tend to get grainy.
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Pina Colada Jello Shots
Equipment
- 12 (2 ounce) jello shot cups with lids
- Tasting spoons, optional
Ingredients
- 3 ounce box Island Pineapple Jell-O gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 3/4 cup pineapple juice , chilled
- 3/4 cup coconut rum , chilled
- whipped cream , for garnish (optional)
- 12 maraschino cherries , stems removed, drained and patted dry, for garnish (optional)
- 12 tiny fresh small pineapple wedges , for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the plastic jello shot cups on a sheet pan without the lids on. Set aside.
- Add the powdered JELL-O to a mixing bowl. Pour in boiling water and whisk until gelatin is completely dissolved.
- Add in the cold pineapple juice and cold coconut rum. Whisk to combine.
- Carefully pour the gelatin mixture into each plastic cup, filling until almost full.
- Transfer sheet pan of jello shots into the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours or until set. Put lids on cups and keep in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Right before serving, pipe a little fresh whipped cream on top, followed by a cherry, and tiny pineapple wedge.
- Serve with tasting spoons and enjoy!
- (TIP! The pineapple juice and coconut rum must be chilled before adding to the gelatin or these won't set properly.)
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