Pink Lemonade Jello Shots
Tangy-sweet pink lemonade gelled inside hollowed lemon halves makes these jello shots bright, playful, and party-ready. A mix of lemon vodka and plain vodka gives a lively citrus kick, while the lemon wedge presentation adds a festive touch. Serve chilled for summer gatherings or celebratory toasts, with sanding sugar or glitter for sparkle.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves24
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pink Lemonade Jello Shots, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 46 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 52
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 15
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 31
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Slice the lemons in half lengthwise. Using a paring knife, loosen the pith from the rind and carefully remove the insides from the lemon halves; reserve the hollowed peels.
- 2
Add the pink lemonade to a small saucepan over medium heat and stir in the gelatin; heat just until the gelatin is fully dissolved, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the pink lemonade mixture, vodka, and lemon vodka to a bowl and stir to combine.
- 4
Arrange the lemon peel halves on a plate or small rimmed baking sheet, side by side, so they stay upright. Use foil or ramekins as needed to keep the lemons stable.
- 5
Carefully pour the pink lemonade mixture into the lemon peels, filling each to the top.
- 6
Place the filled lemons in the refrigerator and chill until firmly set, at least 3 hours.
- 7
Slice the lemons into wedges; keep chilled until ready to serve. Sprinkle with sanding sugar and edible glitter before serving.
- Calories 16.86 kcal Low Source 1%
- Protein 0.52 g Low Source 1%
- Carbohydrate 3.54 g 1%
- Total Fat 0.27 g Low Source 0%
- Saturated Fat 0.12 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.56 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 19.09 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 1.05 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 1.93 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 11.22 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.06 mg Low Source 0%
- Potassium 37.88 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin A 13.67 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 14.81 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Pink Lemonade Jello Shots is an American beverage recipe made with 6 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 24, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Edible Glitter, Lemon, Pink Lemonade, and Sanding Sugar. Each serving provides about 16.86 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pink Lemonade Jello Shots?
- It is an American recipe made with 6 ingredients, usually served for beverage or cocktail.
- What is Pink Lemonade Jello Shots made of?
- The main ingredients are Edible Glitter, Lemon, Pink Lemonade, Sanding Sugar, Unflavored Gelatin. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Pink Lemonade Jello Shots?
- About 20 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 16.86 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pink Lemonade Jello Shots easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Pink Lemonade Jello Shots healthy?
- Pink Lemonade Jello Shots has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 16.86 calories and 0.52 g of protein, or 1% of the Daily Value. It contains Citrus and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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