Margarita Jello Shots

These margarita Jello shots are flavored with lime, tequila and triple sec, then topped with fresh lime slices, sugar and salt. All the flavors of a classic margarita in a fun and portable presentation!

Course Drink

Cuisine Mexican

Prep Time 15

Chilling Time 2

Total Time 2 15

Servings

Calories 70kcal

Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

1¼ cups limeade
2 packets unflavored gelatin .25 ounces per packet
½ cup tequila blanco
2 tablespoons triple sec
1 tablespoon agave syrup
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
fresh lime slices for garnish optional

Instructions

Place the limeade in a medium pan. Sprinkle the gelatin over the limeade and let it bloom for 2-3 minutes.
Transfer the pan to the stove and cook on low heat until the limeade is dissolved, about 4-5 minutes.
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the tequila, triple sec and agave syrup. Pour the liquid evenly between 10 two-ounce shot cups or glasses.
Transfer the cups to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours or until set.
Place the salt and sugar on a plate and stir to combine.
Dip the rim of a shot cup into water, then place the rim into the salt and sugar mixture.
Repeat the process with all the Jello shots. Garnish with a small lime slice, then serve.

Notes

Add the salt and sugar rim and lime garnish right before serving for best results.
Place all the shots on a rimmed baking sheet. This makes it easy to transfer them to and from the refrigerator.
Use a measuring spoon or turkey baster to fill your shot cups without spilling.
If your limeade contains a lot of pulp, you may want to strain it before you use it.
If you have trouble getting the sugar and salt to stick to the rims of your cups, try dipping the rims in light corn syrup instead of water.

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