{"id":8856,"date":"2018-03-28T18:20:14","date_gmt":"2018-03-29T01:20:14","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lesliedinaberg.com\/wordpress\/?p=8856"},"modified":"2018-03-28T10:24:46","modified_gmt":"2018-03-28T17:24:46","slug":"cocktail-corner-adult-easter-fun-with-seasonal-jello-shots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lesliedinaberg.com\/wordpress\/?p=8856","title":{"rendered":"Cocktail Corner: Adult Easter Fun With Seasonal Jello Shots"},"content":{"rendered":"

A spirited toast to all things alcoholic! by\u00a0<\/strong><\/b>Leslie Dinaberg\u00a0<\/strong><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

When it comes to Easter celebrations, why should the kids have all the fun? Our friends at Seagram’s Escapes<\/a> have provided some alcohol-infused jello recipes that will sure to enliven the egg hunt on Sunday.<\/p>\n

\"Jamaican

Jamaican Me Happy Watermelon Slice Jello Shooters, courtesy Seagrams.<\/p><\/div>\n

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Jamaican Me Happy Watermelon Slice Shooters:<\/b><\/span>\u00a0Impress guests and make memories with these adorable and delicious adult treats that look just like fresh watermelon wedges!<\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Prep time:<\/b>\u00a025 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n

Cook time:<\/b>\u00a05 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n

Total time:<\/b>\u00a030 minutes + 6 hours chilling time<\/span><\/p>\n

Makes:<\/b>\u00a040 pieces\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2 bottles (11.2 fl. oz. each)\u00a0 Seagram\u2019s Escapes Jamaican Me Happy<\/span><\/p>\n

10\u00a0 limes<\/span><\/p>\n

2 pkg (3 oz each)\u00a0 watermelon gelatin dessert crystals\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1 tsp black sesame seeds (optional)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Scrub limes and cut in half crosswise. Use a paring knife to loosen flesh from skin. Scoop out flesh, scraping with a spoon to reveal clean white pith. Place each hollowed-out lime half in cup of a muffin tin.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Place gelatin dessert crystals in medium heatproof bowl. Pour 2\/3 cup boiling water over crystals; stir for 2 minutes or until dissolved. Stir in Seagram\u2019s Escapes Jamaican Me Happy. Divide mixture evenly among lime halves. Chill for 6 hours or until set.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Use a sharp knife to cut each lime in half. Sprinkle with black sesame seeds, if using. (Can be made up to 1 day in advance. Store covered in refrigerator.)<\/span><\/p>\n

Tip:<\/b>\u00a0If you like, juice the halved limes before scraping out membranes. Use lime juice in meat marinades, salad dressings, lime curd or ice pops.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Strawberry

Strawberry Daiquiri Jello Shooters, courtesy Seagrams.<\/p><\/div>\n

Strawberry Daiquiri Jelly Shooters:<\/b><\/span>\u00a0Be the life of the party and pass around these fun adult shooters served in hollowed-out fresh strawberries.<\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Prep time:\u00a0<\/b>20 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n

Cook time:<\/b>\u00a05 minutes\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Total time:<\/b>\u00a025 minutes + 4 hours refrigeration<\/span><\/p>\n

Makes:\u00a0<\/b>50 pieces\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1 bottle (11.2 fl. oz.) Seagram\u2019s Escapes Strawberry Daiquiri<\/span><\/p>\n

50 large strawberries, hulled (about 3 lb)<\/span><\/p>\n

1 pkg (3 oz) strawberry gelatin dessert crystals\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1\/4 cup fresh lime juice<\/span><\/p>\n

1\/4 cup sugar<\/span><\/p>\n

2 limes, thinly sliced<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Cut small slice off the tip of each strawberry so it sits flat. Use melon baller to hollow out each strawberry from hull end. Set aside.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Place gelatin dessert crystals in medium heatproof bowl. Pour 1\/2 cup boiling water over crystals; stir for 2 minutes or until dissolved. Stir in Seagram\u2019s Escapes Strawberry Daiquiri and lime juice. Divide mixture evenly among strawberries. Chill for 4 hours or until set. (Can be made to this point up to 1 day in advance. Store covered in refrigerator.)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Just before serving, place sugar in small shallow dish. Roll the top of each strawberry in the sugar to resemble a rimmed glass. Cut lime slices into wedges. Garnish each strawberry with a lime wedge.<\/span><\/p>\n

Tip:<\/b>\u00a0To fill hollowed-out strawberries without making a mess, transfer liquid strawberry mixture to a squeeze bottle or use a clean turkey baster.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Calypso

Calypso Cream Jello Cubes, courtesy Seagram’s.<\/p><\/div>\n

Layered Calypso Colada Cream Jelly Cubes:\u00a0<\/b><\/span>Feel like you\u2019re in the islands anytime with these jelly shots made with a cool and creamy coconut base, topped with a clear blue layer of Seagram\u2019s Escapes Calypso Colada, as breathtaking as the ocean.<\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Prep time:<\/b>\u00a025 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n

Cook time:\u00a0<\/b>5 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n

Total time:<\/b>\u00a030 minutes + 10 hours chilling time<\/span><\/p>\n

Makes:<\/b>\u00a024 squares\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2 bottles (11.2 fl. oz. each) Seagram\u2019s Escapes Calypso Colada<\/span><\/p>\n

2 tbsp sugar<\/span><\/p>\n

1 envelope (7 g) unflavored gelatin<\/span><\/p>\n

1 can (14 oz) coconut milk<\/span><\/p>\n

3 pkg (3 oz each) berry blue gelatin dessert crystals\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2 tbsp coarse sugar<\/span><\/p>\n

2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut<\/span><\/p>\n

24 fresh blackberries\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Combine sugar and gelatin in small heatproof bowl. Pour 1\/2 cup boiling water over mixture; stir constantly until granules are completely dissolved. Stir in coconut milk until well combined. Pour into 8 inch square cake pan. Chill for 4 hours or until set.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Place gelatin dessert crystals in medium heatproof bowl. Pour 1 cup boiling water over crystals; stir for 2 minutes or until dissolved. Stir in Seagram\u2019s Escapes Calypso Colada. Let stand for 10 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Slowly pour blue mixture over set coconut mixture. Chill for 4 to 6 hours or until firm. Run a thin knife around the inside of cake pan to separate jelly from sides. Carefully invert onto parchment paper; tap pan gently to release jelly. Use a large sharp knife to cut into 24 cubes. Invert cubes onto serving platter. (Can be made to this point up to 1 day in advance. Store covered in refrigerator.)<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Just before serving, stir together coarse sugar and coconut; sprinkle over cubes and top each with a blackberry.<\/span><\/p>\n

\"Strawberry

Strawberry Guava Jello Shots, courtesy Seagram’s.<\/p><\/div>\n

Strawberry Guava Jelly Shots:<\/b><\/span>\u00a0Add an element of class and sophistication with these decorative jellies that are bursting with vibrant tropical flavors, and look as beautiful as they are delicious.<\/i>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Prep time:<\/b>\u00a045 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n

Cook time:<\/b>\u00a05 minutes<\/span><\/p>\n

Total time:\u00a0<\/b>50 minutes + 6 hours refrigeration<\/span><\/p>\n

Makes:<\/b>\u00a018 pieces\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2 bottles (11.2 fl. oz. each) Seagram\u2019s Escapes Jamaican Me Happy<\/span><\/p>\n

3 envelopes (7 g each) unflavored gelatin<\/span><\/p>\n

1\/2 cup guava juice<\/span><\/p>\n

12 strawberries\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Pour 1\/2 cup cold water into medium heatproof bowl. Sprinkle gelatin over water. Let stand for 5 minutes. Pour in 1\/2 cup boiling water; stir until dissolved.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Stir in Seagram\u2019s Escapes Jamaican Me Happy and guava juice. Place bowl in a larger bowl filled with ice water. Let stand for 25 to 30 minutes or until mixture begins to set.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Dice strawberries. Place in 18 decorative 1 oz molds. Divide jelly evenly among molds. Chill for at least 6 hours or until set. (Can be made up to 1 day in advance.)<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Dip molds into warm water for 5 seconds. Invert jelly shots onto serving platter, gently shaking to release.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Tips:<\/b>\u00a0Decorative molds can be purchased from specialty baking and cooking equipment shops and online retailers.\u00a0Substitute Seagram\u2019s Escapes Peach Fuzzy Navel for a delicious twist.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"Leslie<\/p>\n

When she\u2019s not busy working as the editor of Santa Barbara SEASONS, Cocktail Corner author Leslie Dinaberg writes<\/i>\u00a0mag<\/i>azine articles, newspaper columns and grocery lists. When it comes to cocktails, Leslie believes variety is the spice of life. Send your suggestions to Leslie@sbseasons.com.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

Originally published in Santa Barbara Seasons<\/em><\/a> on March 27, 2018.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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