Black Magic Jello Shots

If potions were served at parties, they’d probably look like this. Meet the Black Magic Jello Shot — a wickedly gorgeous concoction that’s equal parts eerie and enchanting.

These jello shots are a spooky, shimmering, two-tone creation where neon green meets inky black, topped with glossy black boba pearls that look straight out of a witch’s cauldron.

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Why I Love These Black Magic Jello SHOTS

The secret to how awesome these jello shots look lies in the layering — one layer glowing like toxic slime (in the best way), the other dark and mysterious, with chewy boba pearls adding a creepy-cool texture twist. It’s the perfect blend of playful and spooky, a treat that teases your taste buds and your inner sorcerer.

They are also perfect for making ahead of your awesome Halloween party – so grab your cauldron (or, you know, a mixing bowl), a little vodka, and a lot of attitude — it’s time to whip up a batch of magic. 

 Jello Shots Ingredients

With just 10 minutes of hands-on time, they are so easy to make and look super impressive. 

You can get most of the ingredients at the grocery store or Amazon in a pinch. 

Make sure to scroll down to our printable recipe card for all the information.

The recipe should make about 12-15 jello shots depending on the size of the shot cups you use. 

Ingredients:

• Boxes lime Jello mix

• Boiling water

• Cold water

• Vodka (chilled)

• Black gel food coloring (a few drops)

• Black or dark purple boba pearls 

Items Needed:

• Medium Mixing Bowl
• Stirring Utensil
• Measuring Cup 
• Plastic jello/condiment cups

Variations on Black Magic Jello Shots

There are a couple of easy ways to switch this recipe up. 
First of all, don’t feel that you have to use lime jello!

Consider using red or purple jello for an even creepier look. 

Another tip is to make these jello shots for everyone to enjoy. 
Non-alcoholic jello shots are super easy!

Just switch the vodka for a cup of cold water! 

Directions For Making Black Magic Shots

Prepare the cups:
Line up your shot cups or silicone molds on a tray. 

Make the green layer:

In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 box of lime Jello with 1 cup boiling water until completely dissolved.

Stir in ½ cup cold water and ½ cup vodka.

Pour this mixture halfway into each cup.

Chill for 60–90 minutes, or until the layer is mostly set but still slightly tacky to the touch.

Make the black layer:

In another bowl, dissolve the second box of lime Jello in 1 cup boiling water.

Stir in ½ cup cold water, ½ cup vodka, and a few drops of black food coloring until you reach a deep, spooky hue. 

Note – you DO NOT need a lot of black food coloring to make a great color, learn from my mistakes! 

Gently pour this black layer over the set green layer.

Chill completely:

Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or overnight, until firm.

Garnish:

Once the top layer fully sets and right before serving, add a spoonful of black boba pearls onto each shot for that cauldron-bubble effect.

Tip:

You can make these in advance and store them, with the lids on, in the fridge, for up to 4 days before serving. Do not freeze.