16 Ways to Turn Fruit into Jell-O Shots

Paige Johnson
May 27, 2016

Everyone loves a good Jell-O shot. Maybe it’s because they take you back to your crazy college days or tailgating of years past, but when the opportunity presents itself, they are *always* a good idea. The best way to take them from sorority party to classy soiree is to include fresh fruit in the mix. We’re talking everything from watermelon mint Jell-O shots in a watermelon rind to Bloody Mary shots in a hollowed-out tomato (seriously). Whatever the occasion, there’s bound to be a fruity, boozy treat calling your name. Settle in, because we found 16 ways to turn whatever fruit you like into the Jell-O shot of your dreams.

1. Orange Creamsicle Jell-O Shots: There’s nothing better than transforming the flavors of your childhood into a boozy Jell-O shot. Whipped cream vodka gives the shots their creamsicle feel, while triple sec and orange Jell-O drive home the orange flavor. Serve in individual shot glasses with a sugared rim for a fancy party treat. (via A Beautiful Mess)

2. Red, White and Blue Strawberry Jell-O Shots: Your Fouth of July party just got even more patriotic. These beauties may take a little bit of extra time, but the presentation factor alone is worth it. (via Tablespoon)

3. Dragonfruit Jell-O Shots: You definitely won’t be seeing any dragonfruit Jell-O shots at a frat party. These would be great for a tropical-themed fete or even a random girls’ night. Try using dragonfruit vodka to kick the flavor up a notch. (via My Jello Americans)

4. Red Hot Candy Apple Jell-O Shots: You can attribute the signature candy apple taste of these shots to cherry Jell-O and cinnamon schnapps. Fill in hollowed red apples, let it set and you’ll have a grown-up treat worthy of any carnival. (via That’s So Michelle)

5. Apple Pie a la Mode Jell-O Shots: If apple pie moonshine and ice cream sound like a perfect match, that’s because they are. Enjoy these sparingly, because they’ll knock you on your butt if you’re not careful ;) (via The Table)

6. White Wine Sangria Jelly Shots: It only makes sense to turn your favorite summer cocktail into one epic Jell-O shot. You can use whatever white wine you have on hand and whichever fruits you prefer to create your perfect version of this recipe. (via Jelly Shot Test Kitchen)

7. Mojito Jell-O Shots: Poolside bachelorette party, meet your house Jell-O shot. Adding gelatin to pretty much any cocktail makes for a great shot, but when you serve them inside of a lime peel, it makes them that much better. (via Feast and West)

8. Watermelon Jell-O Shots on a Popsicle Stick: Why Jell-O shots haven’t always been served on sticks is a mystery we’ll never understand. The good news is that you can start with these layered watermelon treats that are so summer ready. (via That’s So Michelle)

9. Sparkling Champagne and Strawberries: Whether you’re ringing in the new year or showering a soon-to-be bride, this sparkly treat is a *must* for any upscale celebration. With equal parts ginger ale and Champagne, the bubbles are sure to be plentiful. (via Cooking Channel)

10. Lemon Meringue Jell-O Shots: There’s something about lemon and whipped cream vodka that just doesn’t taste like there’s alcohol involved. Is that a good thing or bad thing? You be the judge. (via From Away)

11. Vanilla Pear Jell-O Shots: We bet that when you were doing Jell-O shots in college, you never imagined you’d be making them out of vanilla beans and pear nectar someday. Well, you are, and 21-year-old you would be super impressed. (via Refinery 29)

12. Red White and Blue Jell-O Shots With Cherries: What better way to rep our country’s colors than in a layered Jell-O shot? The cherry stem helps transport the whole shot to your mouth with ease. Just make sure you chew this one! (via That’s So Michelle)

13. Spicy Bloody Mary Jell-O Shots: You’ve seen Jell-O shots poured into hollowed-out citrus and apples, but tomatoes take it to a whole new level. These spicy Bloody Mary shots are a savory show-stopper that you need for your next brunch. (via Tablespoon)

14. Bramble Jelly Shot: This complex jelly shot is one that would make any bartender proud. The bottom layer is lemon and gin, and the top is made of blackberry liqueur. (via Jelly Shot Test Kitchen)

15. Raspberry Lemonade Jell-O Shots: Silicone baking molds are great for making various sizes and shapes out of your Jell-O. These raspberry lemonade shots are a fun and refreshing treat, and have a milder alcohol content than most others. (via The Kitchn)

16. Watermelon Slice Jell-O Shots: Why make a bunch of tiny shots when you can have one GIANT Jell-O shot? These tangy watermelon bites are made with a mix of unflavored gelatin and watermelon Jolly Rancher Jell-O, so they keep their shape when you slice them. (via A Beautiful Mess)

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Not Close With Your Family? Here's How To Have a Joyous And Connected Holiday Season

Last year, some of us celebrated the holidays apart from our families for the first time. COVID has brought with it many changes, some of them arguably positive (like increased flexibility to work from home), some difficult (such as the realization of vastly different political and social views between family and friends), and some horrible (obviously, the health implications of a global pandemic). However, for some of us, celebrating the holidays without family members isn't exclusively due to COVID. In addition to so many of us living in different areas than our families of origin, some of us simply don't have close bonds with the people we grew up around. Sometimes, this can cause loneliness.

If you're not close with your family members, the holidays can be a difficult time. This is doubly true if you don't have a close circle of friends to call upon. But make no mistake, if this sounds like your situation, you're not alone — there are thousands of other people going through the same struggles you are. We sat down with Irad Eichler, founder of Circles, a website that connects people who are sharing similar struggles, like heartbreak, grief, or loneliness. Here are some of Eichler's tips for coping — and even thriving! — during the holiday season when you're not planning on spending it with your family, for one reason or another.

Don't Fall For "Perfect Families" On Social Media

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The first VERY important step to having a joyous holiday season when you're going it alone is to stop believing the narrative that others' family situations are perfect, Eichler says.

"Remember people only post a moment in time, and only the moments when they look their happiest and best."

In addition to the fact that everything you see on social media is curated for the 'gram, it's also important to remember that by focusing on what others have and you lack, you risk failing to see the great things at play in your own life.

"These holiday periods can become a time of focusing on who and what we don't have, rather than who or what we do, and can cause a negative spiral into depressing and dreadful feelings of inadequacy," says Eichler.

Gratitude is the reason for the season, after all. So instead of only seeing the negative, try some gratitude journal prompts to help you focus on what's actually really wonderful about your life right now.

Make An Effort To Deepen New Connections

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While it may seem like everyone has friends and family to spend time with during the holiday season, that doesn't mean no one is available for deepening a blossoming relationship or new friendship.

"Make a list of people you can or would like to connect with, and try to reach out to at least one of them," advises Eichler.

Reaching out doesn't have to mean a big plan or an hour-long conversation. Even a quick text letting a friendly coworker know you're thinking about them can go a long way toward deepening the relationship and moving it in the direction of closer friendship.

Don't have an acquaintance in mind? Then it's time to make new acquaintances. What's more in line with the Christmas spirit than attending a Meetup or event full of people eager to make new friends?

"Join groups with similar interests to yours, such as hiking, baking, or games. Push your boundaries and be brave - you might find new people who have much in common with you."

Give Back

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The holiday season is a great time to focus on giving back to your community, and coincidentally, acts of generosity and kindness are known to reduce loneliness and help people feel happier. One study found that knowing a few of your neighbors and doing small acts of kindness for them — such as cheering them up, listening to them, mowing their lawn, providing advice about local business recommendations and job opportunities, and chatting over the fence — was statistically correlated with feeling less lonely and having a lower risk of depression.

Helping out elderly neighbors can be a particularly gratifying way to give back.

"Notice older lonely people in your neighborhood or community who might have no family at all, and offer to help them," says Eichler. "These can become mutually meaningful connections, and help you 'adopt' a grandparent."

Connect With Others Online

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Finally, use the Internet for its highest and best purpose: to connect people. Whether you're using Meetup to find in-person events, digital forums for having conversations about special interests, or programs like Circle for getting support from others in your situation, the opportunities to create new connections are practically endless.

"There are many interest groups that can be found digitally, where or any person can connect with others in the same life stage, going through the same challenges, or who would like to explore the same interests," Eichler states. "Meaningful connections can be formed easily in these circumstances. The Internet enables us to find and connect to people all over the world who fit this, and to whom we can become more easily attached, as we are able to find people with the exact interests that energize us."

If you're struggling with loneliness, you're not alone. Connect with our digital community of makers and creatives here at Brit+Co by following us on IG and signing up for our newsletter!

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Zach Bryan & Brianna Chickenfry's Break Up Is COMPLICATED — Here's What To Know

Zach Bryan and Brianna "Chickenfry" LaPaglia's explosive breakup is everywhere right now. From his seemingly one-sided social media posts to all the bombshell revelations she keeps dropping, it's clear this split is NOT amicable. Both parties are dropping tons of lore, info, and everything in between — including new music?! — right now, so it makes sense if you can't keep up. Luckily, I'm here to help break this breakup down for you! Here's everything you need to know about Zach Bryan and Brianna Chickenfry's relationship...or lack thereof.

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October 22, 2024 – Zach Bryan Announces His Breakup With Brianna Chickenfry

On October 22, 2024, after some recent speculation that Zach Bryan and Brianna Chickenfry split up, Zach took to his Instagram stories. The country star said, "Addressing something: Brianna and me have broken up with [each other] and I respect and love her with every ounce of my heart. She has loved me unconditionally for a very long time and for that I'll always thank her."

He continued, noting, "I have had an incredibly hard year personally and struggled through some pretty severe things. I thought it would be beneficial for both of us to go our different ways. I am not perfect and never will be. Please respect Brianna's privacy and space in this and if you have it in your heart, mine too."

To wrap it all up, he closed by apologizing to his fans. He said, "With everything I am and to anyone I let down, I am sorry. I try my best in everything. I failed people that love me and mostly myself."

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Brianna hopped on her own Instagram stories shortly there after. She posted, "Hey guys I'm feeling really blindsided right now. Gonna hop off social media for a while and attempt to heal privately, when I'm ready I'll be back and ready to talk. I love you guys so much thank you for all of your kind words. Remember you are so loved and everything's always gonna be okay 🫶"

The Brianna got on Youtube next, posting a raw, emotional video about the situation. Sitting on the floor of her bathroom, she opened up as much as she could in the moment about her breakup. She said, "I just woke up to Zach posting on his Instagram that we broke up and I had no idea that post was going up. He didn't text me, he didn't call me. I just woke up to a bunch of texts, like, 'Are you okay?'"

Brianna, with her teary eyes and red face, explained she's been crying for "five days straight." She said, "I'm at the point where it's like, how can you give someone everything and love them so unconditionally, like through stuff that you shouldn't because you just love them and you want them... like you see the good in them?"

The internet personality said that this is all "so embarrassing" and "really, really heartbreaking." She elaborated that the couple broke up on October 21, but wanted to process on her own and "didn't want it to be public."

Much like her Instagram story, she told her audience that she'll come back when she's ready.

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November 7, 2024 — Brianna Claims Zach's Emotionally Abusive, Wanted $12Mil NDA

Well, it appears this week, Brianna decided she's ready. On Barstool Sports' BFF's Pod November 7, 2024, Brianna gave an inside look at the breakup unlike any other. Not only did she claim Zach was abusive, but she also alleged that he offered her a $12 million NDA to "not talk about the relationship."

After saying it's been the hardest year of her life, she said. "I'm still scared right now because I'm scared of him. My brain's rewired and I'm scared to make him mad and last week, I didn't want to talk about it 'cause I was scared."

Brianna then described the alleged emotional abuse. She noted that everything was cyclical and that he would build her up only to break her back down again. "There was always another excuse as to why he was treating me so poorly and why I'm crying myself to sleep every night, why he's screaming at me," she said. "And then you wake up, it's the apology, it's the 'I'm going to be better like I need you in my life,' but if you've been through this — I don't expect people to understand emotional abuse if you haven't been through it. I hope you never have to go through it but if you've been there you know what I'm talking about."

Not only does Brianna allege she was offered an NDA, but she said that other women that came before her had to sign their own agreements. She declined the offer because she didn't want to "sign away [her] experiences and what [she] went through to protect someone that hurt [her]." She also wanted to share this experience for other women who've suffered something similar.

And when it comes to the logistics of losing out on the famous lifestyle and alleged $12 million? She said, "It was never about the money — I was with the dude because I loved the dude."

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November 8, 2024 — Zach Quit Touring Amid Abuse Allegations

On November 8, 2024, Zach posted on Instagram — where he clearly loves to share all his big news — that not only is his new single "High Road" out today, but that he's also ending his tour early. Read his full statement here:

After not being home for a year and a half I drove out to my mothers gravestone in the dead of night a few days back on familiar Oklahoma roads and I came to realize just like in the past, that she never would call me again

Told her I quit touring because I got accepted to get my masters in Paris next year, I told her I was back in Oklahoma, told her about all my best friends in New York and all the nights we howled with the moon, told her about the immeasurable laughter my band and me have shared these last five years, all the calluses on my finger tips, every tear shed, told her about making it on The Rolling Stone and most importantly told her about porch swinging with my beautiful sister.
I wrote the chorus for this song a month or two back and finished it when I realized I was blessed with all these things.

I figured it was about time I released it.

Thank you guys for listening to ‘This Worlds a Giant’ last night and thank you to all the people who love me; who have truly carried the weight with me.

Seems that all these Quiet Dreams have gotten much too heavy but I’m home now and I’ll hold you through the pain.

High Road is out today and I appreciate all of you"

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