Cranberry Jell-O Shots

1. Stage

In 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. 

2. Stage

Using 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. 

3. Stage

Spread out cranberries on a baking sheet and refrigerate until cranberries are completely cool and sugar hardens, 25 minutes. 

4. Stage

Bring 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. 

5. Stage

Place 18 plastic shot glasses on a baking sheet and pour in Jell-O mixture until each is 2/3 full. 

6. Stage

Refrigerate until set, about 3 hours. 

7. Stage

Top each shot with 1 or 2 sugared cranberries.