Description
Create edible blood for Halloween cakes and cupcakes. This recipe uses simple ingredients for a realistic and safe effect.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons red food coloring
- 1/2 teaspoon cocoa powder
- A few drops of blue or green food coloring (optional, for depth)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine corn syrup, water, and cornstarch.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and becomes clear.
- Remove from heat and stir in red food coloring.
- Add cocoa powder to darken the color.
- For a more realistic look, add a few drops of blue or green food coloring.
- Let the mixture cool before applying to your cakes or cupcakes.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of red food coloring to achieve your desired shade.
- Cocoa powder darkens the blood and adds a slightly earthy flavor.
- Store leftover edible blood in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tablespoon
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg