Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup white rum
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 packet (3 oz) strawberry-flavored Jell-O
- 1 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed for the best flavor)
- Extra sliced strawberries for garnish (optional)
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups
- Jello shot cups or small plastic cups
- Blender or food processor (for the strawberries)
Step-by-Step Instructions
To get started, I first gather all my ingredients and equipment – trust me, it makes everything easier. I blend the fresh strawberries in a blender until smooth; this not only gives the shots a vibrant color but also that lovely fruitiness. In a saucepan, I combine the water and sugar over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves. Then, I remove it from the heat and whisk in the strawberry Jell-O until fully dissolved. The aroma in my kitchen at this point is just heavenly! (See the next page below to continue steps…)