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Brain Jello Mold

This Brain Jello Mold is a gelatin dessert shaped like a human brain, crafted with fruit-flavored gelatin layers that create a realistic, textured appearance. The dish involves dissolving gelatin, pouring layered sections, and chilling to achieve a jiggly, brain-like final form with a slightly rough surface and distinct lobes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Halloween
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups fruit juice (e.g., grape or berry) for flavor and coloring
  • 3 tablespoons unflavored gelatin powder to set the layers
  • 0.5 cup cold water to bloom the gelatin
  • 1 cup fruit juice for the second layer different color for contrast
  • optional food coloring for extra vividness, if desired

Equipment

  • Gelatin mold (brain shape preferably)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Measuring cups
  • Cooking spray or non-stick spray

Method
 

  1. Spray your gelatin mold with non-stick spray to ensure easy release later.
  2. Combine cold water with gelatin powder in a small bowl and let it bloom for 5 minutes until thickened and sponge-like.
  3. Pour the fruit juice into a saucepan and heat over medium, just until it starts to simmer.
  4. Remove the juice from heat and whisk in the bloomed gelatin until completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
  5. Divide the mixture into two bowls if using different colors, and add food coloring as desired to enhance the realism of the 'brain' appearance.
  6. Pour the first layer of gelatin into the prepared mold, filling it just to cover the bottom. Place in the refrigerator to set for at least 20 minutes until slightly firm but still soft enough to layer.
  7. Once the first layer is slightly firm, gently pour the second color layer over it, avoiding bubbles and uneven surfaces. Chill again for another 20-30 minutes until fully set and wobbly.
  8. Carefully dip the mold in warm water for just a few seconds to loosen, then invert onto a serving platter. Gently shake or tap to release the gelatin, revealing a brain-like, textured shape.
  9. Adjust the final shape if needed by repositioning or trimming any rough edges, then serve chilled as a spooky centerpiece.

Notes

You can use different fruit juices and colors to create more realistic or fun variations. Layering multiple colors adds depth and a gory effect that mimics brain tissue.