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Screwdriver Jello Shots

These Screwdriver Jello Shots are a fun and creative twist on the classic cocktail. Fresh orange juice, vodka, and triple sec are mixed with gelatin and set inside hollowed-out orange peels, making for a refreshing, citrusy, and boozy treat. Perfect for parties, summer gatherings, or a unique way to enjoy jello shots!

  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes

Ingredients

Scale

To create these bright and citrusy jello shots, you’ll need:

  • Oranges & Juice:

    • 6 oranges (for both juice and serving as the peel cups)
    • ¼ cup white sugar
    • Water (if needed to reach 1 ½ cups total juice)

  • Alcohol & Gelatin:

    • ¾ cup vodka
    • ¼ cup triple sec
    • 2 (1-ounce) packets gelatin

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Orange Cups:

    • Cut oranges in half and juice them using a reamer.
    • Using a paring knife, carefully loosen and remove the pulp from the orange halves, leaving the hollowed peels intact.
    • Strain the fresh orange juice through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl.
    • If necessary, add water to reach 1 ½ cups total juice.

  2. Heat the Orange Juice:

    • Pour the orange juice into a small saucepan.
    • Stir in ¼ cup sugar and bring to a boil, stirring frequently until the sugar dissolves.

  3. Prepare the Gelatin Mixture:

    • In a separate bowl, whisk together vodka, triple sec, and gelatin.
    • Stir until gelatin dissolves completely.

  4. Combine & Fill the Orange Peels:

    • Pour the hot orange juice mixture into the gelatin mixture, whisking until fully combined.
    • Arrange the orange peel halves on a plate or rimmed baking sheet, ensuring they stay upright.
    • Use foil or small ramekins to support them if needed.
    • Carefully pour the liquid into each orange peel, filling to the top.

  5. Chill & Set:

    • Transfer the tray to the refrigerator and chill for at least 3 hours, or until firmly set.

  6. Slice & Serve:

    • Once firm, slice each orange half into wedges.
    • Serve immediately and keep chilled until ready to enjoy!

  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Cocktail / Party Snack
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 24 (yields about 24 jello shot wedges)
  • Calories: Varies per serving