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Watermelon Jello Shots
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Watermelon Jello Shots

Easy Watermelon Jello shots made in the rind to look like real watermelon wedges. Leave out the liquor and unflavored gelatin for kid friendly version.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 3 hours
Servings 25 slices
Calories 50kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 12-16 pound Watermelon
  • 4 3oz boxes watermelon flavored Jell-O (or your favorite brand of gelatin)
  • 2 1oz boxes unflavored gelatine
  • 4 cups Vodka (you can sub gin or light rum)
  • 4 cups Water

Instructions

  • Cut the watermelon in half lengthwise.
    Watermelon cut lengthwise
  • Cut along the inside edge, about ½ inch away from the rind, with your knife at an angle facing toward the center of the watermelon.
  • Cube watermelon. Make one inch cuts each direction to create a crosshatch pattern. Use a large serving spoon to scoop out the cubes.
  • Scrape out the rest of the watermelon, creating a smooth bowl, leaving ½ inch of red flesh remaining. This ½ inch layer helps the Jell-O bind with the rind.
    watermelon showing half an inch of pulp to help bond the jello.
  • In large bowl, combine the Jell-O and gelatin. Add the 4 cups of boiling water and stir until dissolved. Add the vodka and stir to combine.
  • Evenly pour the vodka jello mixture into each half. Refrigerate until set, about 3 hours.
    Pouring Watermelon Jello Mixture into Watermelon rind.
  • Place watermelon half on a folded towel to keep from rolling while in fridge.
  • To serve, cut each half into 1-inch slices, then cut each slice into three wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 50kcal