Do you appreciate the kick of caffeine and enjoy the taste of espresso? Love the warmth of Vodka? If you’re looking for a kick start to your evening, try these Espresso Martini Jello Shots. They are perfect for parties, and your guests will love them.

These were the rage at my last party. More and more people are trying Jello Shots because they are fun and come in many flavors. Imagine espresso, Kahlua, and Vodka. Put them together and watch the crowd get excited.

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Ingredients you’ll need to make these awesome Espresso Martini Jello Shot

Stoli Vanil Vodka
Kahlua Coffee Liquor
Simple Syrup
Espresso Powder
Gelatine

These incredible Jello Shots don’t use any Jello but are made with gelatin. And because you are not using Jello, you get to pick the flavor! These Jello Shots will taste like an Espresso Martini.

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To make your Jello Shots, you’ll need Jello Shot cups. Click here to learn the differences between the 3 different styles of Jello Shot cups. I use the squeezable Jello Shot cups, the flat round Jello Shot cups above, and the square Jello Shot cups.

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The second most important item is a large mouth mixing bowl with a spout. The largemouth mixing bowl with a spout makes it easy to pour the liquid into the Jello Shot cups.

I have seen ‘tools’ on Amazon that assist you with filling your Jello Shot cups, but the bowl with the spout works well. Of course, you may have a few drips here and there, but not enough for me to invest in a gadget.

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How to make Espresso Martini Jello Shots

Place 15 Jello Shot cups on a baking sheet.

To make the Espresso Martini Jello Shots pour the Vodka, Kahlua, coffee, and simple syrup into a spouted mixing bowl and sprinkle the gelatin on the top.

Gelatin can be tricky to work with the first time you use it in a recipe. The secret is to ‘slowly’ sprinkle the gelatin on top of the liquid. If you see it clumping up, you are spreading it too quickly.

Let the gelatin mixture sit for 5 minutes. This seems like the longest process in this recipe. If you do have some dry patches, don’t worry. These Jello Shots will taste so good nobody will care that some gelatin didn’t dissolve.

In the meantime, boil your water. Add the boiling water to the gelatin mixture and stir for 3 minutes.

Pour the Espresso Martini mix into the Jello Shot cups until they are 3/4 full. Refrigerate at least 2 hours before placing the cap on the Jello Shot cups. Serve Chilled. Can be made 2 days in advance.

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Love Espresso Martinis? Then you will love these Espresso Martini Jello Shots!

Espresso Martini Jello Shots (Vodka & Kahlua)

If you love an Espresso Martini, then you will love these Jello Shots. They are great for parties and will 'kick start' your evening!

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Total Time 20

Course Drinks, Happy Hour

Cuisine American

Servings Jello-Shots

Ingredients

2 Envelopes Bustello instant espresso powder
3/4 Cup Vanilla Vodka
3/4 Cup Kahlua
3 Tablespoons Simple Syrup
2 Envelopes Knox Gelatine 1 box contains 4 envelopes of gelatin
1 Cup Boiling Water
15 2 ounce Jello Shot Cups

Instructions

Place the 2 oz Jello Shot cups on a cookie sheet
Empty contents of Bustello into a large spouted mixing bowl
Add vodka, Kahlua and simple syrup and mix well
Slowly sprinkle gelatin on top of the Vodka and Kahlua mixture making sure to sprinkle it evenly across the top of the liquid
Let the gelatin absorb the liquid for 5 minutes
In the meantime boil the water
Add the boiling water to the Gelatin mixture and stir until the Gelatin is dissolved, at least 3 minutes
Pour mixture into Jello Shot cups until they are 3/4 full
Refrigerate at least 2 hours before placing the cap on the Jello Shot cup
Serve Chilled. Can be made 2 days in advance

Notes

Gelatin can be tricky to work with the first time you use it in a recipe. The secret is to ‘slowly‘ sprinkle the gelatin on top of the liquid. If you see it is clumping up, you are sprinkling too quickly. If you have some dry patches, don’t worry; ensure your water is boiling before adding it to the gelatin mixture and stir until the clumps are dissolved.

Keyword Cocktail, Espresso Martini, Jello Shot, Kahlua, Party, Recipe, Vodka

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