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Piña Colada Jello Shots

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Published: Aug 12, 2022 · Modified: Aug 29, 2022 by Andrea + Stef ·

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Creamy combination of pineapple and coconut in a jello shot. These piña colada jello shots are great for any occasion.
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pineapple and coconut jello shots with Malibu rum decorated with whipped cream and maraschino cherries
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If you are a big fan of a classic piña colada cocktail then you will love these delicious and easy to make piña colada jello shots. The tropical flavor combination of pineapple and coconut creates summer feeling and party fun all year round.

Table of Contents

  • What Are Jello Shots?
  • Why You’ll Love This
  • Ingredients
  • Instructions
  • Recommended Tools
  • How To Make Ahead
  • Piña Colada Jello Shots Recipe Tips
  • HOW TO STORE
  • More Jello Shot Recipes
  • More Party Drink Recipes
  • Common Questions
  • Piña Colada Jello Shots Recipe

Decorated with a dollop of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry, they not only look incredible they also taste absolutely scrumptious. The guests at your next summer party won’t be able to resist these fun party treats that can be made up to 7 days ahead of time.

close up of decorated pina colada jello shots

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What Are Jello Shots?

Jello shots are little colorful jello cups that are prepared with a mixture of water and alcohol, such as vodka, white rum or tequila, for example. Jello shots are generally fruit flavored and often inspired by popular cocktails. Their bright, happy colors and sweet flavor make them the perfect boozy party treats.

pineapple and coconut jello shots with Malibu rum decorated with whipped cream and maraschino cherries

Why You’ll Love This

  • Notable: classic piña colada flavors of pineapple and coconut in a fun sized jello shot
  • Main Ingredients: Malibu rum, hot water, pineapple jello, sweetened condensed milk, coconut cream
  • Cooking Method: no bake
  • Diets: vegetarian
  • Special Equipment Needed: saucepan, whisk, disposable condiment cups with lids or shot glasses
tops of pineapple jello shots with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry
pina colada jello shots on a pineapple slice

Ingredients

You may have all of these pineapple jello shot with coconut rum ingredients in your refrigerator or pantry and not need to make a trip to the grocery store. See recipe card below for ingredient amounts and print the recipe.

  • Pantry Ingredients: Malibu rum, hot water, pineapple jello, sweetened condensed milk, coconut cream
  • Refrigerated/Frozen Ingredients: whipped cream
  • Produce Ingredients: maraschino cherries, fresh pineapple wedges

Additionally, you can vary the flavor of your tropical jello shots by using different kinds of alcohol. We also recommend using vodka, flavored vodka, white rum or tequila, for example.

ingredients for pina colada jello shots

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love pineapple and coconut cocktails then you’ll love Stef’s Absolute Best Piña Colada recipe.

Instructions

This section shows how to make piña colada jello shots, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique. For full step-by-step instructions, photos and nutritional information see the recipe in the recipe card below. You can print the recipe with or without photos.

PREPARE JELLO: Firstly, bring water to a boil, then add it to jello powder and stir until smooth. Wait until the jello has cooled, before continuing with the recipe.

pineapple jello added to hot water
Malibu rum added to jello

ADD OTHER INGREDIENTS: Add Malibu rum, sweetened condensed milk and coconut cream to the jello and stir to combine. Then pour the jello mixture into 2-ounce shot cups, set out on a tray for easy transfer to the fridge.

coconut cream being added to jello mixture
pina colada jello poured into shot glasses

CHILL AND DECORATE: Transfer the jello cups to the fridge and let set for at least 2 hours. Right before serving, add whipped cream, a maraschino cherry or a small fresh pineapple wedge for decoration. Serve.

decorated and ungarnished pina colada jello shots
pina colada jello shots on a slice of fresh pineapple

WHAT TO MAKE NEXT: If you love Malibu rum and fresh pineapple then you’ll love Boozy Pineapple Spears Soaked in Malibu Rum.

Recommended Tools

Disposable Condiment Cups – Not only are these little cups iconic for their use for jell-o shots, they also guarantee nice presentation and make clean up so much easier.

How To Make Ahead

Jello shots are a great party treat to make ahead of time. They last for up to 7 days in the refrigerator. Cover them and only decorate them right before serving.

Piña Colada Jello Shots Recipe Tips

Follow these tips to make the best light yellow jello shots.

  • Do not add too much additional alcohol. While jello shots don’t taste overly boozy, they still pack a punch. Moreover, adding too much vodka might keep them from setting properly.
  • Store in the fridge until ready to use. Otherwise the jello might become liquid again.
  • Add decorations right before serving. Candy, whipped cream or fruit decorations might react with the jello and become slimy and unappetizing.

HOW TO STORE

Refrigerate: Store jello shots covered and undecorated in the fridge until ready to use. They will last for up to 7 days in the refrigerator.

garnished pineapple coconut jello shots

More Jello Shot Recipes

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More Party Drink Recipes

If you are looking for other scrumptious alcoholic drink recipes you have to try our Dirty Shirley Drink or Blackberry Cocktail Recipe. For some yummy and refreshing non-alcoholic drinks, check out Andrea’s list of Delicious Summer Drink Recipes.

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Common Questions

For perfect results every time, here are answers to the most common questions about making piña colada jello shots.

Can too much alcohol keep my jello shots from setting?

Unfortunately that can happen if you add too much extra alcohol. Put your faith in us on this one! We have tried and tested different amounts of alcohol with this recipe and have found 4 oz of coconut rum to be the perfect amount. Even though jello shots don’t taste overly strong, they still pack a punch.

How do I make filling jello shot cups less messy?

We love using a glass measuring cup with a spout to fill the shot glasses, but you can use any bowl or container with a spout. We additionally recommend setting the shot glasses on a tray before filling them. This way you don’t have to move individual filled cups and risk spilling on the way to the fridge.

What is the difference between coconut milk and coconut cream?

While coconut milk and coconut cream are both made from coconut flesh and water, there is a difference in the water and fat content. Very similar to milk and heavy cream, coconut cream has more fat and less water content than coconut milk. It is therefore a lot thicker and creamier.

pineapple and coconut jello shots with Malibu rum decorated with whipped cream and maraschino cherries
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Piña Colada Jello Shots Recipe

Author Andrea + Stef

Course Drinks
Cuisine American, vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Total Time 2 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
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Creamy combination of pineapple and coconut in a jello shot. These piña colada jello shots are great for any occasion.
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Equipment

  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • shot glasses or disposable condiment cups with lids

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz Malibu rum
  • 8 oz hot water
  • 3 oz pineapple jello
  • ¼ cup sweetened condensed milk
  • ¼ cup coconut cream (not coconut milk)

Instructions

  • Boil water and add jello. Stir until dissolved.
    jello added to hot water
  • Let sit to cool.
    mixed up pineapple jello
  • Once cooled, add rum. Stir to combine.
    Malibu rum added to jello
  • Add in sweetened condensed milk and coconut cream and stir to combine.
    coconut cream being added to jello mixture
  • Pour into shot glasses or 2 oz condiment cups.
    pina colada jello poured into shot glasses
  • Refrigerate for 2 hours to set.
  • Garnish with whipped cream or an orange wedge and maraschino cherry. Serve.
    decorated and ungarnished pina colada jello shots

Notes

  • Use disposable condiment cups or disposable shot glasses for easy cleanup.
  • Do not add alcohol to the water to be boiled.
  • Substitute your favorite alcohol for the rum, if you prefer. 

Nutrition

Calories: 36kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 21mg | Potassium: 12mg | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.01mg

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