Slime is a substance that amuses and entertains children, but younger ones often carry it to their mouths. To create a slime that is not dangerous if swallowed, you can use ingredients that you typically use in the kitchen. For example, you can mix sweetened condensed milk with cornstarch and sugar. You can also mix gummy bears or mini marshmallows with a vegetable oil and cook it in the microwave. Once you have a sweet, sticky substance, mix it with some cornstarch and powdered sugar. In no time at all, you'll have a stretchy, edible slime!
Ingrediants
Slime based on Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1 400 g can of sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons of sugar
- Food coloring (optional)
Makes 1 slime
Marshmallow based slime
- 50 g of mini marshmallows
- 2 tablespoons of coconut oil or another type of vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons of cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon of sprinkles (optional)
- 4-5 drops of food coloring (optional)
Makes 1 slime
Slime based on Gummy Bears
- 200 g of gummy bears
- 2 tablespoons of cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon of coconut oil or another type of vegetable oil
Makes 1 slime
Steps
Method 1 of 3: Bake Sweetened Condensed Milk Slime
Step 1. Mix the sweetened condensed milk, sugar and corn starch
Open a 400g can of sweetened condensed milk and pour it into a small saucepan with the help of a spatula. Incorporate 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of sugar.
Step 2. Stir and cook the slime for 10 to 15 minutes
Adjust the heat to medium-high, constantly stirring the slime as it cooks. Once it is cooked enough, it should thicken slightly and become elastic.
Keep in mind one thing: by letting the slime cook longer, the mixture will acquire a consistency more similar to that of clay. Cook it less to make it more elastic
Step 3. Add food coloring if you prefer
To make the slime colorful, add about 10 drops of a food coloring of your choice. Stir until the mixture dyes evenly.
Step 4. Allow the slime to cool completely before using it
Turn off the gas and wait for it to come to room temperature before moving it to a flat surface with the help of a spatula.
The slime may thicken slightly as it cools
Step 5. Store the slime in the refrigerator for 5 days
After you're done playing with it, put it in an airtight container or plastic bag. Keep it in the fridge and use it within 5 days.
During storage it will harden more and more
Method 2 of 3: Make Marshmallow Slime in the Microwave Oven
Step 1. Put the mini marshmallows and oil in a bowl
Measure 50g of mini marshmallows and place them in a microwave-safe bowl. Pour in 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, such as liquid coconut oil.
Step 2. Microwave the marshmallows for 10 seconds at a time until melted
Place the bowl containing the marshmallows and oil in the oven. Heat them for 10 seconds and stir them. Continue heating them in 10-second intervals at a time until they melt and become sticky.
Be careful when stirring hot marshmallows
Step 3. Incorporate 4 or 5 drops of food coloring into the marshmallows
If you want to make a colored slime, pour 4 to 5 drops of food coloring into the bowl. Mix everything until the dye is completely incorporated.
Add larger amounts of product if you want the slime to have a more vibrant color
Step 4. In a dish, mix the powdered sugar and cornstarch
Place a large plate on the counter and pour in 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Mix them with a spoon.
Step 5. Transfer the marshmallows to the dish and mix
Using a spoon, move the marshmallows to the dish in which you mixed cornstarch and powdered sugar. Once the marshmallows have cooled down enough to handle, knead the slime with your hands until you get the right consistency to play with.
Step 6. Incorporate a handful of sprinkles if desired
If you want to make it even more colorful, add 1 tablespoon of sprinkles to the marshmallow slime.
Step 7. Use and store marshmallow slime for 5 days
Play with the slime and store it in the fridge using an airtight container or bag. Use it within 5 days, otherwise it will become too hard to play later on.
Method 3 of 3: Making Gummy Bears Slime
Step 1. Heat the gummy bears for 30 seconds
Pour 200 g of gummy bears into a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30 seconds.
If you want the slime to have a bright color, use gummy bears of the same color instead of variegated
Step 2. Stir and heat the gummy bears at 10 second intervals
Stir them thoroughly and heat them for another 10 seconds if they haven't melted already. Continue mixing and heating them at 10-second intervals, until smooth and homogeneous.
Mixing them will also help keep them cool once they have melted
Step 3. In a dish, combine cornstarch and powdered sugar
In a large plate, pour 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar. Stir them until they are evenly combined and set half of the mixture aside.
Step 4. Pour the melted gummy bears onto the plate and let them cool
Do not touch them until they have cooled down enough to be handled.
Step 5. Mix the melted gummy bears with the cornstarch and powdered sugar
Use your hands to mix them with the dry ingredients. The slime won't be as sticky once you incorporate the powdered ingredients. Also add the icing sugar and cornstarch that you had set aside by mixing them with the mixture.
Step 6. Incorporate 1/2 tablespoon of vegetable oil (such as coconut oil) into the slime by kneading it
Pour the oil over the slime and incorporate it with the help of your hands. The mixture should become more elastic.
Step 7. Play with gummy bear slime
You can start playing with it as soon as you have the desired consistency. If it starts to harden, put it in the microwave and heat it for 10-30 seconds.
Avoid reheating the slime more than once and don't store it, as it will harden rather quickly
Advice
- If you've added food coloring to the slime, play away from rugs, carpets, or upholstered furniture. The slime dye can stain these surfaces.
- Use warm soapy water to remove slime residue from the playing surface and hands.
- Children shouldn't make slime on their own. They must always be supervised by an adult.
