Create an Underwater Adventure with Jell-O Aquarium

The Jell-O Aquarium is a delightful and creative dessert that will wow both kids and adults alike. This recipe combines the fun of making Jell-O with the excitement of creating an underwater scene. With different layers of colorful Jell-O, candy fish, and gummy sharks, this dessert looks like a real aquarium. It's a perfect treat for parties, birthdays, or any special occasion. Get ready to dive into a sea of sweetness!

Ingredients

• 6 boxes of flavored gelatin (assorted colors)
• 4 cups boiling water
• 4 cups cold water
• Assorted candy fish
• Gummy sharks
• Crushed graham crackers
• Clear plastic cups
• Whipped cream (optional)
• Sprinkles (optional)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, empty one packet of flavored gelatin.
2. Add 1 cup of boiling water to the gelatin and stir until fully dissolved.
3. Add 1 cup of cold water to the mixture and stir well.
4. Pour the prepared gelatin into clear plastic cups, filling them about 1/4 of the way.
5. Place the cups in the refrigerator and let the gelatin set for about 20 minutes.
6. Repeat the process with different colors of gelatin, adding each layer on top of the previous one.
7. Before adding the next layer of gelatin, place some candy fish and gummy sharks on the already set layer.
8. Once all the layers are added, place the cups back in the refrigerator and let the gelatin completely set for about 3 hours or overnight.
9. To create the sandy bottom of the aquarium, fill a small dish with crushed graham crackers.
10. Before serving, dip each cup in warm water for a few seconds to loosen the gelatin. Then, carefully remove the Jell-O from the cups onto a plate.
11. Place each Jell-O aquarium on top of the crushed graham crackers to resemble a sandy bottom.
12. Garnish with whipped cream and sprinkles, if desired.
13. Serve the Jell-O Aquarium immediately and enjoy the underwater adventure!

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