NBR: How Do I Make My Jello Mold?

Barneso · December 2009

So, I'm going to make a jello recipe my mom used to make but I'm not sure how to do it.

I'm going to go by the store and try to find a jello mold to use. But... once it's refrigerated, how do you get the jello out of the mold without screwing it up?

Thaaaaanks.

nannyannie · December 2009

I'm not positive, but I think if you just dump the mold over onto a plate, the jello pops out. Jello that is "done" is pretty flexible like that.

If not, a few taps on the mold, or maybe running it under some warm water might help loosen things up...

Barneso · December 2009

nannyannie:
I'm not positive, but I think if you just dump the mold over onto a plate, the jello pops out. Jello that is "done" is pretty flexible like that.
If not, a few taps on the mold, or maybe running it under some warm water might help loosen things up...

I'm skeeeeeered, Nanny, I'm skeeeeeeeeeered!!!!

projectkjetil · December 2009

If I'm correct, I think you use the teensiest bit of PAM spray to prepare the mold before you get going. That should help you get it out of the mold. Also, make sure you've planned where you're putting the finished product. Make sure your plate/dish/whatever will be as flat as possible, so that it doesn't distort your mold.

Good luck and have fun!

ShannonLK · December 2009

I found this info online:

The art of unmolding gelatin is easy to learn -- it just takes a little practice. Before unmolding gelatin, make certain that gelatin is completely firm -- it should not feel sticky on top and should not sag toward side if mold is tilted. If gelatin is firm, dip a small pointed knife in warm water and run tip of it around top edge of mold to loosen. Or moisten tips of fingers and gently pull gelatin from top edge of mold. When using disposable metal cans as molds, puncture bottoms -- this makes it easier to unmold the gelatin because it eliminates any vacuum in cans, which are usually deeper in relationship to top surface than other molds.

Moisten top of gelatin and a chilled plate -- the moist surfaces make it easier to slide the gelatin into the center of the plate after it has been unmolded.

Dip mold in warm water -- do not use hot water as it will melt the gelatin. (If oven-proof glass, china, or paper containers are used as molds, the water should be slightly warmer.) Working quickly, dip the mold just to the rim in the warm water -- about 10 seconds. Lift from water, hold upright, and shake slightly to loosen the gelatin from mold. Invert moistened plate on mold. Always unmold gelatin on a chilled or cold plate or platter -- a warm plate will melt the gelatin. Then invert plate and mold together. Lift off mold carefully -- if gelatin doesn't release easily, dip the mold in warm water again. If necessary, move gelatin to center of plate.

Jibbelle · December 2009

I dip it in hot water for a few seconds and it comes out easily.

Barneso · December 2009

ShannonL.K:
I found this info online:
The art of unmolding gelatin is easy to learn -- it just takes a little practice. Before unmolding gelatin, make certain that gelatin is completely firm -- it should not feel sticky on top and should not sag toward side if mold is tilted. If gelatin is firm, dip a small pointed knife in warm water and run tip of it around top edge of mold to loosen. Or moisten tips of fingers and gently pull gelatin from top edge of mold. When using disposable metal cans as molds, puncture bottoms -- this makes it easier to unmold the gelatin because it eliminates any vacuum in cans, which are usually deeper in relationship to top surface than other molds.
Moisten top of gelatin and a chilled plate -- the moist surfaces make it easier to slide the gelatin into the center of the plate after it has been unmolded.
Dip mold in warm water -- do not use hot water as it will melt the gelatin. (If oven-proof glass, china, or paper containers are used as molds, the water should be slightly warmer.) Working quickly, dip the mold just to the rim in the warm water -- about 10 seconds. Lift from water, hold upright, and shake slightly to loosen the gelatin from mold. Invert moistened plate on mold. Always unmold gelatin on a chilled or cold plate or platter -- a warm plate will melt the gelatin. Then invert plate and mold together. Lift off mold carefully -- if gelatin doesn't release easily, dip the mold in warm water again. If necessary, move gelatin to center of plate.

Thank you!!!

Any clue what I should serve it on? I'm taking it to a party tomorrow night. Not sure what to use. Wah.

hdmill04 · December 2009

most are plastic so you can tip it over and kind of squeeze the sides gently around it.

nannyannie · December 2009

kimbarnes83:
ShannonL.K:

I found this info online:

The art of unmolding gelatin is easy to learn -- it just takes a little practice. Before unmolding gelatin, make certain that gelatin is completely firm -- it should not feel sticky on top and should not sag toward side if mold is tilted. If gelatin is firm, dip a small pointed knife in warm water and run tip of it around top edge of mold to loosen. Or moisten tips of fingers and gently pull gelatin from top edge of mold. When using disposable metal cans as molds, puncture bottoms -- this makes it easier to unmold the gelatin because it eliminates any vacuum in cans, which are usually deeper in relationship to top surface than other molds.

Moisten top of gelatin and a chilled plate -- the moist surfaces make it easier to slide the gelatin into the center of the plate after it has been unmolded.

Dip mold in warm water -- do not use hot water as it will melt the gelatin. (If oven-proof glass, china, or paper containers are used as molds, the water should be slightly warmer.) Working quickly, dip the mold just to the rim in the warm water -- about 10 seconds. Lift from water, hold upright, and shake slightly to loosen the gelatin from mold. Invert moistened plate on mold. Always unmold gelatin on a chilled or cold plate or platter -- a warm plate will melt the gelatin. Then invert plate and mold together. Lift off mold carefully -- if gelatin doesn't release easily, dip the mold in warm water again. If necessary, move gelatin to center of plate.

Thank you!!!

Any clue what I should serve it on? I'm taking it to a party tomorrow night. Not sure what to use. Wah.

A pretty plate or serving tray should do.

shkdo0701 · December 2009

spray pam on the mold before putting in the jello!

soko987 · December 2009

Get the kind that has the tupperware center that you can remove. Tip it over on the plate, pull the center out and...plop. Jello mold. Hooray!!

Can I just say that jello mold is my absolute favorite food of all time? I made one last week and it was all I ate for two days straight. Mmmmmm.

Barneso · December 2009

soko987:
Get the kind that has the tupperware center that you can remove. Tip it over on the plate, pull the center out and...plop. Jello mold. Hooray!!
Can I just say that jello mold is my absolute favorite food of all time? I made one last week and it was all I ate for two days straight. Mmmmmm.

Mmm, ditto! This one calls for lime jello, cool whip, cottage, cheese, crshed pineapple and finely chopped walnuts.

It is DELICIOUS.

soko987 · December 2009

kimbarnes83:
soko987:

Get the kind that has the tupperware center that you can remove. Tip it over on the plate, pull the center out and...plop. Jello mold. Hooray!!

Can I just say that jello mold is my absolute favorite food of all time? I made one last week and it was all I ate for two days straight. Mmmmmm.

Mmm, ditto! This one calls for lime jello, cool whip, cottage, cheese, crshed pineapple and finely chopped walnuts.

It is DELICIOUS.

DUDE. That is almost exactly the same as my recipe! Except instead of cottage cheese and Cool Whip, you use sour cream.

::drooling:: I must make one. Tonight.

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