Gelatin Eyeballs Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 4 hours
🕒 Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
🥄 Servings: 24 cubes
📝 Keywords: Dessert, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Kid Friendly, Halloween, Weeknight, Beginner Cook, Easy, Inexpensive
Description:
Transform your dessert table into a spooky spectacle with these Gelatin Eyeballs! Perfect for Halloween or any fun occasion, these eerie treats are easy to make and sure to delight both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients:
- 1 package gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 24 red seedless grapes
- 24 green seedless grapes
Instructions:
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Prepare Gelatin Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the gelatin mix with only 1 cup of boiling water. You can also substitute fruit juice for added flavor. 🍹 Stir until the gelatin powder is completely dissolved. Ensure there are no lumps in the mixture.
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Adjust Water: Omit any additional water that may be called for on the gelatin package instructions. This ensures that the gelatin sets firmly and holds its shape well.
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Fill Ice Cube Trays: Pour the prepared gelatin mixture into ice cube trays. The size of the ice cube trays will determine the final size of your gelatin eyeballs, so choose accordingly.
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Set Consistency: Allow the gelatin to set until it reaches the consistency of egg whites. This usually takes around 1 to 2 hours, depending on the temperature of your refrigerator.
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Prepare Grapes: While the gelatin is setting, wash and dry the grapes thoroughly. Select 24 red seedless grapes for the eyeballs and 24 green seedless grapes for the pupils.
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Insert Pupils: Once the gelatin has reached the desired consistency, gently press half of a green grape into the center of each gelatin cube. This creates the appearance of an eyeball with a distinct pupil.
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Complete Setting: Allow the gelatin eyeballs to set completely. This may take another 1 to 2 hours in the refrigerator. Ensure that they are firm to the touch before proceeding to the next step.
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Unmold Eyeballs: Once fully set, carefully remove the gelatin eyeballs from the ice cube trays. You can use a butter knife or silicone mold to help release them without damaging their shape.
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Serve and Enjoy: Arrange the gelatin eyeballs on a platter and serve them as a playful and spooky dessert for your Halloween party or any fun gathering. Watch as your guests marvel at these creepy yet delicious treats!
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Storage: Store any leftover gelatin eyeballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Be sure to separate layers with wax paper to prevent them from sticking together.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 18.2
- Fat Content: 0g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 7.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 1.7g
- Fiber Content: 0.1g
- Sugar Content: 1.5g
- Protein Content: 3.1g
These Gelatin Eyeballs are not only spooky and fun to eat but also low in calories and cholesterol, making them a healthier alternative to traditional desserts. Get creative with different gelatin flavors and eye colors for a truly personalized treat that’s sure to impress!
