Sparkling Mojito Jello Shots with Fresh Mint

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A playful twist on the classic mojito cocktail transformed into refreshing jello shots, featuring white rum, lime, fresh mint, and sparkling water for a bubbly finish. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together white rum, fresh lime juice, simple syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 12, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 12 Caribbean cuisine 90 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, sprinkle 3 tbsp unflavored gelatin powder over 1 cup cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine 1/2 cup fresh lime juice and 1/2 cup simple syrup, heating gently until warm but not boiling.
  3. Step 3: Stir the bloomed gelatin into the warm lime and syrup mixture until fully dissolved.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup white rum and 20 fresh mint leaves, bruising the leaves slightly to release aroma.
  5. Step 5: Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then fold in 1 cup chilled sparkling water gently to preserve bubbles.
  6. Step 6: Pour the mixture into small silicone molds or a shallow dish, refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set.
  7. Step 7: To serve, unmold the jello shots and garnish each with a small fresh mint leaf.

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