These pretty little lemon jello shots are almost too pretty to eat! Almost. With edible flowers in them, they’re the perfect party appetizer.
To be totally honest with you, I just had my first ever jello shot recently. Hence, the inspiration for these Edible Flower Lemon Jello Shots recipe.
Despite being new to the world of jello shots, I do love some jello for the sake of how simple it is to make and how low-calorie a homemade version can be.
Plus, I’ve been around long enough to know there is a need for a much prettier (or classier) version of the aforementioned jello shots!
Technically, this Edible Flower Lemon Jello Shot is just served in miniature shot glass portions. But you can make them with or without the booze.
For your guide on how to make the ultimate jello shots, check them with an easy how-to.
They’re just as cute (and tasty) whether you make them as a cocktail or mocktail.
Top them with a sprinkle of edible flowers and it’s like your own mini dose of spring all year long…
Ingredients Needed to Make Easy Lemon Jello Shots
Gelatin packets
Large freshly squeezed lemons
Water
Sugar — Use stevia for a low-calorie version.
Vodka
Cointreau
Edible flowers — For garnishing. You can easily purchase them online and they have a tasteless flavor.
How to Make Easy Lemon Jello Shots
Step 1 — Heat the gelatin, water, lemon juice, and sugar over the stove as you traditionally would for about 5-10 minutes or until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
Step 2 — Remove from heat and add in the liquor at the very end or it will evaporate.
Step 3 — Pour the mixture into individual shot glasses.
Step 4 — Add a few edible flower petals to each glass just before placing it into the refrigerator.
Step 5 — Let it set overnight or for a minimum of 6 hours. Then, serve!
How to Make A Mocktail Version
For a non-alcoholic version of this lemon jello shot recipe, skip the Vodka and Cointreau and replace them with the equivalent amount of water.
So you would use a total of 4 1/2 cups of water.
Also, if you want a perfectly sweet and spooky Halloween Ghoul’s Guts Shots recipe with a DIY Shot Glass twist, be sure to check this one out.
Other Ways To Serve Edible Flower Lemon Jello Shots
Instead of using shot glasses, you can serve the Edible Flower Lemon Jello in parfait dishes for guests to eat with a spoon.
But if you’re looking for a unique halloween treat or party favor, this Petri Dish Jello is a great option.
You can also use a traditional 8″x8″ pan. Right before serving, cut the lemon jello into mini square bites to serve.
More Jello Recipes To Try
What do you think? Wouldn’t these be super cute for a wedding or special occasion? They’re almost too cute to eat!
Here are more of our favorite jello recipes from the archives —
- Champagne Jello Shots
- Red, White & Blue Jello Shots
- Mango Jello Bites With Shredded Coconut
- Fireball Jello Recipe
Edible Flower Lemon Jello Shots
Edible Flower Lemon Jello Shots Recipe
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Shot glasses
Ingredients
- 4 envelope gelatin packet 1 ounce total
- 4 large freshly squeezed lemons
- 2 1/2 cup water
- 1 1/2 cup sugar or Stevia for a low calorie version
- 1 1/2 cup vodka
- 1/2 cup Cointreau
- Edible flowers for garnishing
Nutrition
Notes
- You can skip the shot glass version and opt for a parfait dish or use a traditional 8″×8 pan and then cut into mini square bites to serve.
- To make a non-alcoholic version, skip the alcohol and replace with the equivalent amount of water.
Instructions
- Heat the gelatin, water, lemon juice, and sugar over the stove as you traditionally would for about 5-10 minutes or until the gelatin is fully dissolved.
- Remove from heat. Add in the liquor only at the very end or it will evaporate.
- Pour the mixture into individual shot glasses
- Add a few edible flower petals to each glass just before placing into the refrigerator.
- Let it set overnight or for a minimum of 6 hours. And then serve!
I’m just going through these recipe archives and the recipes are just getting better & better! This looks awesome & would be great for a summer party or luau! :)
Yumm! These look so classy!
YUUUM!!! I’m going to need you to make these again once I’m back in H-town :D
Wow, who knew jello shots could be classy! These are amazing. Love how you’ve used edible flowers too! so gorgeous.
Megs
www.the-whiterabbit.com
I’ve never seen a more beautiful jello shot. Ever! Great job Ashley!
Prettiest jello I have ever seen!
These are so gorgeous, Ash! The photos are just awesome. High five, Jared! I’m such a sucker for edible flowers so you know I’ll be making the virgin version! ;)
Love that edible flowers are making an appearance. I just picked up a bundle from the market. They make everything pretty!
Mel
www.picklesandpalmtrees.com
When do you add the lemon juice and how much? I realize it says 4 lemons but they vary in size. I would love to make these for my daughters wedding shower this summer. Thank you
four large lemons and you add the juice with the water and sugar at the beginning- totally left out those details, thank you for letting me know!!
Where did you get those shot glasses?!b so cute!
CB2 has similar ones!
Mel
Thanks! :)
The flower lemon jello shot seems very interesting and beautiful. I love the way you decorate it elegantly.
Pinned it.
So pretty, Ash! Anything with edible flowers and I’m in.