Swimming With Sharks Jello Dessert Cups (Baby Shark Party Idea)
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Get ready to make a splash at your next party with these Swimming with Sharks Jello Dessert Cups! Featuring the vibrant blue of the ocean and the fun addition of gummy shark candy, these jiggly treats are a playful and delicious dessert that will have everyone swimming back for more!
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Swimming with Sharks Jello Dessert Cups
These “Swimming with Sharks” jello cups are the perfect dessert for any Baby Shark-themed party or a celebration during Shark Week.
These delightful cups are made with vibrant blue jello with a gummy shark plunged into the deep, adding an element of surprise and excitement with every bite!
Swimming above the big blue is a Teddy Graham cookie wearing a candy ring as a life preserver; hopefully, the shark won’t bite!
Whether you’re hosting a Baby Shark party or embracing the thrill of Shark Week, these Swimming with Sharks Jello Dessert Cups will make a splash with everyone.
Shark Week is an annual, week-long TV programming block on the Discovery Channel, which features shark-based programming. It occurs annually for one week during the summer, between July and August.
Ingredients & Equipment Used In This Recipe
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Ingredients Needed For Shark Jello Dessert Cups
- Berry Blue Jell-O – or other flavored blue jello/jelly
- Teddy Grahams – or other teddy bear-shaped cookies
- Gummy Peach Rings Candy
- Gummy Candy Sharks
The complete list of ingredients with measurements is found on the recipe card at the end of this post.
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Equipment Needed For This Recipe
- Glass Measuring Cup/Jug
- Rubber/Silicone Spatula
- Dessert Bowls/Cups
- Cocktail Umbrellas – for garnish, optional
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How Do I Make Swimming with Sharks Jello?
The printable recipe card with the full ingredients list and instructions can be found at the end of this post.
Step 1 – Add Gummy Sharks: Place a gummy shark candy into the bottom of four dessert cups or bowls. Set them aside.
Step 2 – Make Jello: Make the jello/jelly according to the package directions and divide the mixture between the four cups and place in the fridge to set (approximately 4-6 hours).
Step 3 – Add Decoration: Place a Teddy Graham in a peach candy ring and place it on top of the set jello, making sure it’s not over the shark. Repeat with the remaining 3 cups of jello.
Step 4 – Finish & Serve: Insert a cocktail umbrella into the jello, just behind the Teddy Graham. Serve and enjoy!
More Shark-Themed Recipes
Looking for more shark-themed food and drink to make? Check these recipes out next:
- Shark Hot Cocoa Bombs for Shark Week or a Baby Shark Party!
- Baby Shark Ice Cream Floats – A Quick & Easy Party Beverage!
- Baby Shark Slushies Mocktail (Plus Cocktail version for the Adults!)
- Shark Bait Jello Shots with Malibu & Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey
Printable Swimming with Sharks Jello Dessert Recipe Card
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Swimming With Shark Jello
Dive into a sea of deliciousness with these "Swimming with Sharks" Jello Dessert Cups that combine fruity flavors and playful shark-shaped gummies for an unforgettable treat.
Ingredients
- 1 (3-oz/85g) box Berry Blue Jell-O
- 4 Teddy Grahams
- 4 Mini Peach Candy Rings
- 4 Gummy Shark Candy
Instructions
- Place a gummy shark candy into the bottom of four dessert cups or bowls. Set them aside.
- Make the jello/jelly according to the package directions and divide the mixture between the four cups and place in the fridge to set.
- Place a Teddy Graham in a peach candy ring and place it on top of the set jello, making sure it's not over the shark. Repeat with the remaining 3 cups of jello.
- Insert a cocktail umbrella into the jello, just behind the Teddy Graham. Serve and enjoy!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 154Total Fat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 71mgCarbohydrates: 34gFiber: 3gSugar: 22gProtein: 3g
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