Things You'll Need:
- Box of Jello
- Strong alcohol (Everclear, Sambuca)
- Candy thermometer
- Paper souffle cups
- Whipped cream
- Refrigerator
- Spoon
- Heat resistant glasses or plates
- Long stick matches
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Step 1
Mix up a batch of your favorite Jello according to the instructions on the box; however, you may want to add a touch more sugar to counter the taste of the alcohol. Replace 50 percent of the required water with a strong alcohol, such as Everclear or Sambuca. Use a candy thermometer as you heat the mixture, making sure that it does not get hotter than 135 degrees F, or you will destroy the alcohol content.
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Step 2
Fill the bottoms of a number of paper souffle cups with whipped cream while you allow the liquid Jello to cool. Once at room temperature, but before the Jello begins to harden, fill the souffle cups about halfway with the flaming Jello mixture.
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Step 3
Place your Jello shots into the refrigerator until firm. Remove the Jello shots from the fridge at least an hour before serving so that they can reach room temperature, making them easier to light.
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Step 4
Scoop the shots out of the souffle cups with a spoon, placing them whip cream side down onto a heat proof container. You can place the shots into glass shooters, onto a small plate or into a larger pint glass; however, take care after lighting the shots, as the glass will heat quickly. Additionally, it is a good idea to heat the container slightly, as quickly changing temperatures can crack or shatter the glass.
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Step 5
Use a long stick match to carefully touch a flame to the top of the Jello shot, setting it on fire. Make sure you light your flaming Jello shot just before serving, or all of the alcohol will burn off and the Jello will begin to melt. Blow out the flame and shoot down the Jello.
