Strawberry Margarita Jell-O Shots

Happy Labor Day weekend, everyone! If you're searching for a fun way to kick off the 3-day weekend, look no further than Strawberry Margarita Jell-O Shots. Shots can be dreadful (bite the lime!), but these adorable strawberry shooters actually taste as good as they look. Make a batch of these beauties for a party this weekend and you'll instantly become everyone's best friend. [youtube

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Strawberry Margarita Jell-O Shots

What you'll need:

• 2 cups hot water
• 1 packet strawberry or lime Jell-O
• 1 cup tequila
• 1/2 cup Cointreau
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 2 packs strawberries
• Margarita salt
• Lime zest
• Lime juice
• Lime slices

Instructions:

• Place hot water and Jell-O in a large bowl and whisk to combine.
• Add tequila, Cointreau, and cold water. Whisk again.
• Core the strawberries and scoop out a cavity.
• Slice off the tips of the berries to create a base for them to stand.
• Place the berries in an ice cube tray (or on a baking sheet, but keep them steady!)
• Fill with Jell-O mixture and refrigerate for about 3 hours.
• Combine margarita salt and lime zest in a small dish. Place lime juice in a small bowl.
• Dip the edges of the strawberries in the juice, and then roll them in the salt mixture.
• Top each berry with a slice of lime.
• Shots!