Halloween Jello Brain Recipe

Whip up a wobbly, gory Jello brain that’s perfect for Halloween parties—creepy, easy, and deliciously fun!

195 min Serves 5 Hard Holiday

Our own summary of the original by Sandy Clifton — the full post and photos live at simplyhappyfoodie.com.

This Halloween Jello brain recipe creates a realistic, edible brain using flavored gelatin and evaporated milk. Simply dissolve the Jello in boiling water, mix with cold water and milk, pour into a brain mold, and chill until set. It's a spooky treat that's sure to gross out and delight your guests.

Ingredients

2 (6 oz) pkgs Flavored Gelatin ((such as Jell-O®))

1 ¾ cups Boiling Water

⅔ cup Cold Water

1 (12 oz) can Evaporated Milk ((fat free, if possible))

Food Coloring

Directions

If you've got a brand new brain mold, give it a good wash with warm soapy water, then rinse and dry it completely.

Get your water boiling on the stove.

Lightly coat the inside of the brain mold with cooking spray. Set the mold in a bowl to keep it steady and prevent tipping. Set aside.

In a large bowl, combine the Jell-O packets with the boiling water. Whisk until the powder is fully dissolved.

Add the cold water and give it a stir.

Pour in the evaporated milk and mix well.

If you're using food coloring, add it now and whisk thoroughly.

Carefully pour the mixture into the prepared brain mold.

Place the mold in the refrigerator and chill until firm, at least 2 hours.

To remove the Jello brain, gently jiggle the mold to loosen it, then turn it upside down onto a plate. It should drop out. If not, jiggle again and flip once more.