Ingredients
There are countless reasons to love Pineapple Rum Punch Jello Shots, but here are some highlights:
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Tropical Flavors: The sweet and tart pineapple blends perfectly with rum for a beachy, vacation-worthy treat.
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Easy to Make: With just a few ingredients and steps, you can whip up a batch in no time.
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Budget-Friendly: A large batch serves many guests without the expense of making individual cocktails.
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Make-Ahead Recipe: You can prepare them hours (or even a day) in advance, making party prep stress-free.
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Versatile: Perfect for summer cookouts, pool parties, holidays, birthdays, or even themed celebrations like tiki nights.
If you love cocktails, fun desserts, or simply want to bring a creative twist to your gatherings, this recipe will easily become one of your go-to favorites.
Here’s What You’ll Need:
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3 oz pineapple-flavored gelatin (1 box)
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1 cup boiling water
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1 cup pineapple juice (cold)
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1/2 cup light rum (white rum)
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1/2 cup coconut rum (Malibu or similar brand)
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Optional Garnishes: Whipped cream, maraschino cherries, or pineapple wedges
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Plastic shot cups or silicone molds
Instructions
Now that you have your ingredients ready, let’s dive into the steps for making this delightful Pineapple Rum Punch Jello Shot. It’s as easy as pie, and I promise you’ll feel like a culinary superstar!
In a mixing bowl, empty the contents of the pineapple-flavored gelatin packet. Add 1 cup of boiling water and whisk until the powder is completely dissolved. This ensures that your jello shots set properly.
Once the gelatin has dissolved, stir in 1 cup of cold pineapple juice. This step helps bring down the temperature of the mixture before adding alcohol.
Add 1/2 cup of light rum and 1/2 cup of coconut rum to the mixture. Stir gently but thoroughly to combine. The light rum gives it a strong base, while the coconut rum adds that sweet, tropical flair reminiscent of a classic rum punch.
Carefully pour the mixture into plastic shot cups or silicone molds. Fill each about 3/4 of the way to leave room for garnishes later. Place the cups on a baking sheet for easy transfer to the fridge.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the shots are completely firm. Overnight chilling works best if you want them extra set.
Before serving, top each jello shot with a dollop of whipped cream, a maraschino cherry, or a small pineapple wedge for presentation.
Arrange the jello shots on a tray and watch them disappear as your guests enjoy the tropical flavors.
Notes
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Mixing bowls
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Whisk
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Measuring cups
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Shot cups or molds
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Baking sheet (for stability when transferring cups to fridge)
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Refrigerator space for chilling
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Protein: 1 g