Watermelon Shark Attack Jello Shots with Rum
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Immerse yourself in a sea of flavor with our Shark Attack Jello Shots. Featuring refreshing watermelon jello, a splash of rum, and playful shark gummy candy, these shots are a true party sensation!
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Shark Attack Jello Shots
Whether hosting a Baby Shark Party, celebrating Shark Week, or having a shark-themed movie night, these shots are the perfect addition to your event!
You’ll need a few key ingredients to make these delightful jello shots.
Start with a box of watermelon jello or any flavored red jello of your choice.
The bright red color adds to the visual appeal of the shots and gives them a refreshing taste.
Next, you’ll need some white rum to give the shots a subtle kick. If you prefer, you can substitute the rum with vodka or tequila to suit your taste buds.
Don’t forget the star of the show – the shark gummy candy! Add some gummy whale candy to the mix for extra oceanic flair.
What’s even better is that they can be made without alcohol, making them a fun Baby Shark Party Food Idea suitable for kids and non-drinkers to enjoy as well.
With their vibrant colors and adorable shark gummy candy, these Shark Attack Jello Shots are guaranteed to make a splash at any gathering!
Ingredients For Shark Attack Jello Shots
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- Box Watermelon Jello – or any flavored, red jello
- White Rum – can be substituted for vodka or tequila if preferred
- Gummy Shark Candy
- Gummy Whale Candy
- Jello Shot Cups (2 oz) – this recipe makes about 14 (2 oz) cups or 7 (5.5 oz) cups
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How Do I Make Shark Attack Jello Shots?
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Watermelon Shark Jello Shots
Make a splash at your next party with these Watermelon Shark Attack Jello Shots with Rum! This recipe makes about 14 (2-oz cups) or 7 (5.5-oz cups)
Ingredients
- 1 (6-oz/150g) box watermelon jello
- 2 cups boiling water
- 1½ cups cold water
- ½ cup rum
- 28 gummy shark candy
- 28 gummy whale candy
Instructions
- Place the hot boiled water into a mixing cup/jug and add the jello. Whisk well to dissolve.
- Add the cold water and rum to the bowl and whisk well.
- Place 14 (2oz) jello shot cups onto a tray, and pour the jello into each cup.
- Place the tray of jello cups into the fridge to set for at least four hours, or overnight.
- When the jello shots have set, top with 2 shark and 2 whale gummies. Enjoy!
Notes
To make it without alcohol, replace the half-cup rum with cold water.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 14 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 59Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 7mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 0gSugar: 7gProtein: 0g
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