Ingredients

1 1/2 c. granulated sugar, divided

1 c. fresh cranberries

2 (3.4-oz) packets cranberry flavored Jell-O

1 c. vodka

Preparation

Step 1In medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water and stir until sugar dissolves completely. Let cool 20 minutes, then mix in cranberries until coated. Step 2Using a slotted spoon, transfer cranberries, tapping away any excess syrup, into a large resealable plastic bag. Add remaining 1 cup sugar, seal, and shake until cranberries are completely coated. Step 3Spread out cranberries on a baking sheet and refrigerate until cranberries are completely cool and sugar hardens, 25 minutes. Step 4Bring 2 cups water to a boil. Add Jell-O mix and whisk until completely dissolved, then remove from heat and stir in vodka and 1 cup cold water. Let cool 2 to 3 minutes. Step 5Place 18 plastic shot glasses on a baking sheet and pour in Jell-O mixture until each is 2/3 full. Step 6Refrigerate until set, about 3 hours. Step 7Top each shot with 1 or 2 sugared cranberries.