Shark Jello Cups
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Shark jello cups are the perfect way to celebrate any occasion – from a child’s birthday party to a grown-up Shark Week viewing party. They’re easy to make and fun to eat. Plus, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone who sees them. So grab some blue jello, whipped topping and some sprinkles and let’s get started!
As parents, we know that planning a birthday party can be a lot of work. But with a little bit of creativity, it can be a lot of fun too! If you’re looking for an easy and enjoyable party theme, why not try a shark party?
Want a ocean themed birthday but can’t choose between sharks or mermaid? Are you celebrating two birthdays and one child wants sharks and the other wants mermaids? No need to choose. Throw a shark and mermaid party your kids will never forget! These blue jello cups are perfect for a fun and whimsical birthday bash. This jello recipe was used to make mermaid jello so use the same base to make themed treats for both.
Shark Jello Cups Ingredients
Just a few ingredients are needed to make this shark jello. To make them as shown you’ll need:
- blue gelatin
- whipped topping
- sprinkles in white, light blue, gray, silver and/or aqua
- shark fin cupcake picks
- clear plastic cups or small clear glass dishes (6 to 9 oz are ideal)
I purchased the shark fin cupcake toppers on Amazon in a large pack of 72 shark fins. They are perfect for this project! You can find them in smaller quantities as well, including a 24 count of shark fins and also a set that includes a shark cake topper as well. These shark fins are made of plastic and hold up well over time. I highly recommend washing them and using them again, if not for a birthday then for your Shark Week food or summer cookouts!
For the shark sprinkles, I used a mixture of light blue, silver and white jimmies, sixlets, nonpariels and confetti sprinkles, using what I already had on hand. This nonpariel mix would also be a great choice.
How to Make Shark Jello
Let’s get to making these shark jello cups, shall we? You’ll want to mix together your blue gelatin and boiling water in a large bowl. Whisk for two minutes so the gelatin is completely dissolved.
Fold in your whipped topping and stir until fully melted and combined. This is a full 16 oz. container of COOL WHIP but of course you could substitute two of the smaller 8 oz size.
Your jello mousse will foam up and turn into this lighter aqua color.
Pour into small glass dishes or plastic cups. I filled my 9 oz SOLO cups up 2/3 of the way full and got 8 desserts.
I find it easiest to place on a small baking tray and covering with plastic wrap before transferring to the refrigerator to firm up. Allow up to 8 hours to get fully firm.
How to Make Shark Jello Cups
Once your jello is firm, you can assemble your shark jello cups. You’ll want to start by spooning additional whipped topping or whipped cream if preferred over the top. I used the back of a spoon to create a the look of white waves. By using COOL WHIP, the waves stayed fairly stable.
Insert a shark fin into each jello cup.
Top with sprinkles. Buy your favorite shark sprinkle mix or make your own like I did!
Your guests will love diving into these jello cups!
Shark Jello Cups
Throw your child a shark-themed birthday party that is sure to make a splash! These shark jello cups with whipped topping waves and colorful sprinkles are the perfect addition to any shark party. And don't forget the shark fin toppers! They're sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. This recipe also works great for Shark Week celebrations.
Ingredients
- 3 cups boiling water
- 1 box 6 oz. JELL-O Berry Blue Flavor Gelatin
- 1 tub 16 oz. COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed
- 1 tub 8 oz COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, thawed
- assorted sprinkles
- shark fin cupcake toppers
Instructions
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Whisk boiling water and gelatin in a large bowl for approximately two minutes, or until fully dissolved.
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Add in 16 oz whipped topping and whisk until fully combined.
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Pour evenly into 9 oz. clear plastic cups or 6 to 9 oz. small glass dessert dishes.
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Refrigerate several hours until firm.
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Once jello is firm, top with additional whipped topping, using the back of a spoon to mimic waves. Store in refrigerator. Insert shark cupcake topper and top with white, blue and silver sprinkles before serving.
Shark Party Ideas
While we’ve shown you how to make shark cups, there are endless possibilities when it comes to party planning for a shark party. We have a few more ideas for you to consider that will take your shark party or Shark Week celebration up a notch.
- There is never too many desserts on the dessert table for a shark party! These Shark Cookies would be another great addition and are easier to make than you might think.
- If you need some simple decor ideas, check out Asher’s 5th Birthday Shark Party Theme! Just a few additional touches added to a Walmart cookie cake fit the theme perfectly!
- If you want more DIY options, check out these shark party hats and other step-by-step decor instructions!
- This cool watermelon shark doubles as both a fun party decoration and healthy food option for guests!
- Shark snack cups can be both a party favor or craft activity for party guests.
