Description
Ice Queen Shots are a dazzling winter treat made with berry blue Jell-O, peppermint vodka, and topped with crushed candy “ice.” These shimmering blue and purple shots are perfect for winter parties, New Year’s Eve, or Frozen-themed gatherings. Cool, minty, and utterly glam—these are anything but boring! Make them ahead and let the sparkle steal the show.
Ingredients
1 small box (3 oz) berry blue or blue raspberry Jell-O
1 cup boiling water
½ cup cold peppermint vodka (clear/silver for best color)
½ cup cold water
Purple sanding sugar (optional, for rimming glasses)
Crushed candy canes or clear rock sugar (for garnish)
Lemon wedge or corn syrup (for rimming, optional)
Instructions
Dissolve the Jell-O: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Jell-O powder and 1 cup boiling water. Stir until fully dissolved (about 2 minutes).
Add liquids: Mix in ½ cup cold water and ½ cup cold peppermint vodka. Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.
Rim the glasses (optional): If adding a sugared rim, lightly wet the edges of the shot glasses with a lemon wedge or corn syrup. Dip into purple sanding sugar to frost. Set aside.
Pour into glasses: Carefully pour the Jell-O mixture into each shot glass, filling about ¾ full.
Chill: Place the filled glasses on a tray and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until fully set.
Garnish: Just before serving, top each shot with crushed candy canes or rock sugar for that icy, frosty finish.
Notes
These shots can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the fridge—just wait to garnish until right before serving.
To make a non-alcoholic version, replace vodka with cold water or lemon-lime soda.
Want to glam them up even more? Add edible glitter or shimmer powder to the mix before pouring.
Use a syringe or spouted measuring cup for clean and easy pouring.
For a layered effect, chill a purple Jell-O layer first, then pour the blue on top after it sets!