How far in advance can I make Halloween Eyeball Jello Shots?

You can prepare them up to three days before your event. Keep them covered in the refrigerator to prevent them from drying out or absorbing other fridge odors. For the best presentation, add any decorative touches like whipped cream or edible glitter right before serving.

Can I use fresh lychees instead of canned?

Yes, but canned lychees are usually easier to work with because they’re peeled, pitted, and have a consistent size. Fresh lychees have a shorter shelf life and can be trickier to hollow out without tearing.

What’s the best way to transport them to a party?

Place the shot cups in a shallow container or baking pan so they stay upright. Cover them loosely with plastic wrap or a fitted lid. If traveling a long distance, keep them chilled in a cooler with ice packs to maintain their firmness.

How do I make the “eyeballs” look more realistic?

You can add a few drops of red food coloring or strawberry syrup into the gelatin before it sets to create a bloodshot effect. For extra drama, paint thin red lines on the lychee with a toothpick dipped in food coloring.

Halloween Eyeball Jello Shots: A Spooky Variation You’ll Love

Ingredients

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1 box flavored gelatin (strawberry, cherry, or orange)

1 cup vodka or fruit juice

1 cup boiling water

12 canned lychees

12 blueberries

Food coloring (optional)

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Instructions

1. Drain lychees and insert a blueberry into each.

2. Dissolve gelatin in boiling water.

3. Add vodka or juice to gelatin and stir.

4. Let gelatin cool slightly.

5. Place eyeballs in shot cups and pour gelatin over them.

6. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Make up to 3 days ahead.

Replace alcohol with juice for a kid-friendly version.

Add food coloring for more dramatic effects.

Author: Chef Saly
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Drinks
Method: No Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 shot
Calories: 65
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 15mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg