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Halloween isn't just all about crazy costumes and trick or treating. It's about creating a fun and festive experience throughout your home, and taking it with you everywhere you go. Since this is also the time of year for small house parties with friends, it's a really great time to get creative with the food you bring to get-togethers like this. With a little creative flair, even something as seemingly bland as a Gelatin mold can create something really fun and interesting that simply screams of the Halloween season.
One of the most classic ways that most people use a gelatin mold for the Halloween season is by creating a shaped mold. These molds can be anything from a ghost to a spider to a skull, and the special designs really add a cool new dimension to your gelatin mold. Since gelatin is so popular among so many as a light desert, it makes a really great addition to any potluck, and it's always welcome. When you take the extra step of forming it in a gelatin mold, then you're making it even more interesting. After all, there's no reason that your food should be drab and boring-- especially not during Halloween.
Something else to keep in mind when using a gelatin mold is that it makes it much easier to create fruit designs within your gelatin. This is something that rarely ever gets talked about, but it is a cool little "extra" to consider. Due to the unique shape of a gelatin mold, fruit can be placed inside of the mold in very specific places. If you were using a regular bowl, the fruit would have a tendency to slip down the edges and create something altogether very unattractive. This unique feature makes using a gelatin mold that much more appealing, showing its great versatility.
While there are a number of things that you can do to liven up your Halloween season, doing fun things with your food is one of the best. Using molds when cooking gives you a whole lot of creative license to do whatever you want with your food, bringing out the holiday chef in everyone.
What else can I help you with?
How do you get jello out of jello mold?
You can make it easier to get Gelatin out of a mold by coating the mold with a very thin layer of vegetable oil before pouring in the liquid gelatin. You can also put the mold briefly in lukewarm water to loosen the gelatin from the mold.
Can I use a cupcake pan as a gelatin mold, or will it not work when I unmold?
You should be able to use a cupcake pan to make a gelatin mold. You might want to put wax paper in the pan though or just get a gelatin mold.
What are the uses of a brain Jell-o mold?
A human brain jello mold can be used for Halloween Parties. Amazon sells an anatomically correct brain mold and one would have to fill this with a customised gelatin mix and a few hours laters, a life size brain pops out.
Where can I buy a creepy gelatin mold?
Amazon.com is going to be the best place to start. They tend to feature the best prices from several online retailers. Try a few different search terms there such as "creepy jello mold" or "halloween jello mold" to make sure you get a look at their full selection.
How do you spell mold as in 'jelly mold'?
It is spelled 'Jelly mould' in British English. In US English, the term would be 'Gelatin mold'.
How can I make my own severed hand gelatin mold?
To make your own severed hand gelatin, you can buy the mold at http://www.stupid.com/fun/HANDY.html for $10. Mix per the directions and enjoy!
Gelatin Molds?
Is it summer? Mold a gelatin dessert into a large green leaf. How about a Christmas tree or an Easter egg? Autumn is a great time for orange gelatin and Halloween themes, but any season is the right season for fun or elegantly shaped gelatin desserts. Although gelatin can seem mundane or even boring, a gelatin mold can perk it up and have your family and guests anticipating their serving. To make the best of gelatin molds, make sure the gelatin is mixed and dissolved thoroughly. Lightly oil the mold with a spray oil or an oily cloth, and chill it. Pour the gelatin into the mold and place in the refrigerator to set. That's simple enough and so simple that it's easy to experiment with the concept and have a little fun. To make a great looking gelatin dessert, spread a layer of fruit or candy in the gelatin mold, pour a two inch layer of gelatin over it and let it set, then add the rest. You can let the gelatin almost set then add fruit or whatever you like, mix it in and the put it in the mold. Get creative. Gelatin molds were meant to enjoy. Gelatin molds come in all shapes and sizes so if you want a specific shape, the chances are that you can find just what you're looking for, whether that means a cornucopia for Thanksgiving or a flag for Independence Day. Some gelatin molds are collectors items and a few are real antiques. When you start looking for just the right gelatin mold, you may wind up in some unusual places. You may come across some very interesting ones in second hand shops, auctions and antique stores. Older gelatin molds will be made of metal, with plastic replacing much of that in the last few decades and silicone now beginning to replace plastic. While metal will chill faster, silicone makes it easier to remove the gelatin. Plastic can crack after awhile, but it's sturdy and inexpensive to buy.
How does one make a gelatin mold costume?
If you wish to be a gelatin mold, you should find out what a gelatin mold looks like. The most common are body parts; brains, hands, eyeballs, etc.. Your idea is obviously original. I have never seen this done. Once you know what your costume will look like, you can be creative and decide which material you will use. You can make your own or have a professional create it for you.
Does anyone have the recipe for the Christmas tree gelatin mold?
You fill the mold with gelatin. If you are looking to create layers, you simply have to allow them to cool between layers. You have to pour carefully, so the warm jello doesn't create a hole in the layer below it.
How do you get jelly out of an mold?
* Allow gelatin to set until completely firm, several hours or overnight. * Before unmolding, dip knife in warm water and run knife around edge of gelatin to loosen. * Dip mold in warm water, just to rim, for 10 seconds. * Lift from water and gently pull gelatin from edge of mold with moist fingers. Place moistened serving plate on top of mold. Gently remove mold.
Do you need to put anything in a Jello mold before you put in the gelatin?
You dont need to put anything in the mold, you just have to rinse it with warm water first.
How long does it take for a gelatin mold to set?
It depends on how deep the mold is but you can expect it to take several hours to really firm up. Usually after four hours the mold will be firm and will set faster if you put the mold in the freezer to chill before you put the jello in it.
