Gourmet Strawberry Jello Shots Food

STRAWBERRY JELLO SHOTS

Steps:

• Add jello mix to a medium-sized bowl. Stir in boiling water, and mix for 2 minutes, or until Jello is fully dissolved.
• Stir in cold water and vodka. Allow to cool for 20 minutes at room temperature. Pour into containers and refrigerate until set, about 2 hours (or overnight).
• Top with whipped cream and fresh strawberries before serving, if desired.

STRAWBERRY PRETZEL JELLO SHOTS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x11-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine pretzel crumbs, 1/3 cup sugar and melted butter. Press into baking dish in an even layer. Bake until slightly firm, about 12-15 minutes. Set on a wire rack to cool completely.
• In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Remove from the stand and fold in 1 1/2 cups Cool Whip topping. Spread in an even layer over the pretzel crust and refrigerate.
• Place Jello in a medium bowl and pour over boiling water. Whisk until jello has dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in the cold water and vodka. Let cool to room temperature, then pour over the cream cheese layer. Add the sliced strawberries on top. Refrigerate until jello is set, about 6-8 hours.
• Cut into 1-inch squares. Place remaining 1 cup Cool Whip is a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe dollops on the squares and top with chopped strawberries.