Watermelon Shark Attack Jello Shots with Rum
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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
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
SUGGESTED PRODUCTS
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
Nutrition
Nutritional information is always approximate and will depend on the quality of ingredients used and serving sizes. If you need exact calories and macros, please do your own calculations.