Caramel Apple Jello Shots

caramel apple jello shot made in a granny smith apple

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Caramel Apple Jello Shots, made inside a Granny Smith apple, can be made with either butterscotch schnapps or caramel flavored vodka. Fun, delicious, and perfect for a party or tailgate!

Prep Time 15

Chill Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Servings shots

Author Melissa Williams

Ingredients

4 large Granny Smith apples
1 cup apple cider
¼ oz unflavored gelatin (one packet)
2 Tablespoons caramel sauce
½ cup caramel flavored vodka or butterscotch schnapps
¼ cup lemon juice optional, to prevent apples from browning

Instructions

To a small saucepan, add the apple cider and sprinkle on the gelatin. Let sit for two minutes to "bloom". A film should appear on the surface of the cider.
1 cup apple cider, ¼ oz unflavored gelatin
Turn the heat to low and stir until gelatin is fully dissolved, approximately 2-5 minutes. Do not let the mixture boil.
Stir in the caramel sauce.
2 Tablespoons caramel sauce
Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Pour lemon juice into two shallow bowls. Working one by one, slice an apple in half, and place cut side down into the lemon juice for approximately 1 minute. Remove one of the halves and hollow out the center with either a melon baller or a spoon, being careful to leave a lip of apple to serve as a bowl.
¼ cup lemon juice, 4 large Granny Smith apples
TIP: When not working with the apples, either have them cut side down on the cutting board or dipped into the lemon juice. This helps prevent browning.
Once the mixture has cooled, stir in the vodka (or butterscotch schnapps).
½ cup caramel flavored vodka
Place each half of the apple into a muffin tin for support and stability. Pour the cider mixture evenly amongst the apples. Carefully transfer the pan to the fridge to set.
Let set for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Once set, slice each half of apple with a sharp knife into 4-5 slices, depending on how thick you prefer.

Notes

Each apple typically yields 8–10 slices, depending on size and how thin you cut them.
You can use caramel flavored vodka, butterscotch schnapps, or plain vodka.
Green apples brown fast—dip cut sides in lemon juice right after slicing to help slow it down.
To make them non-alcoholic, skip the liquor and increase the cider by 1/2 cup.
Store covered in the fridge for 1-2 days.

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