Mojito Jell-O Shots with White Rum and Fresh Mint

1. 1

   In a small saucepan, cook the water with the sugar over moderate heat until the water is simmering and the sugar dissolves, about 4 minutes.

2. 2

   Sprinkle the gelatin over the sugar syrup and whisk constantly over low heat until the gelatin has dissolved, about 1 minute.

3. 3

   Put the lime juice and mint leaves in a medium heatproof bowl and pour in the sugar syrup.

4. 4

   Let steep for 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in the rum.

6. 6

   Strain the mojito mixture into a large measuring cup, pressing on the mint leaves with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.

7. 7

   Arrange 30 small paper cups on a rimmed baking sheet.

8. 8

   Carefully pour the mojito Jell-O mixture into the paper cups and refrigerate the shots until they are chilled, about 3 hours.

9. 9

   Serve cold.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.