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Halloween Brain Jello Mold

This dish transforms flavored gelatin into a realistic-looking brain with intricate ridges and folds. The gelatin is prepared with food coloring and cooled until set, resulting in a jiggly, grotesque centerpiece perfect for Halloween parties. Its final appearance mimics a brain’s texture, with a spooky, edible spectacle.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Halloween/Party
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cold water for blooming gelatin
  • 3 oz unflavored gelatin powdered
  • 1 cup sweet fruit juice or flavored liquid like blueberry or grape, for color and flavor
  • 2 tbsp sugar to sweeten the gelatin
  • few drops red food coloring for realistic blood effect
  • few drops purple food coloring to add depth to the brain appearance

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Gelatin mold or silicone brain-shaped mold

Method
 

  1. Pour 1 cup of cold water into a mixing bowl and sprinkle the unflavored gelatin over it. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it blooms and thickens, creating a sponge-like texture.
  2. Heat the flavored liquid in a saucepan over low heat until warm, then stir in the bloomed gelatin and sugar until completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth and slightly steaming.
  3. Add a few drops of red food coloring and swirl gently to mimic blood vessels and the reddish hue of brain tissue. Then, mix in a few drops of purple food coloring for depth and shading.
  4. Pour the vibrant gelatin mixture into your brain-shaped mold, filling all the ridges and folds evenly. Smooth the surface with a spatula if necessary.
  5. Refrigerate the mold for at least 4 hours or overnight until the gelatin is fully set and firm.
  6. Once set, gently run warm water around the outside of the mold for about five seconds to loosen the edges for easy unmolding.
  7. Carefully invert the mold onto a serving plate and lift it away, revealing your realistic, brain-like gelatin masterpiece with detailed ridges and folds.
  8. Place the mold on or near your Halloween display, and optionally add drips of red syrup or edible shimmer for an extra gory effect.

Notes

Ensure the gelatin is fully set before unmolding to prevent tearing. Use food coloring sparingly for a realistic look, and handle the mold gently to maintain detail.