Make DIY Pudding Slime That Feels Like Silky Soft Play Dough
Have an extra box of pudding in the pantry?
Try making this DIY slime as a fun and easy craft with the kids! The result is a super soft play-dough type slime that smells great depending on the flavor you use. I love that there are just three easy ingredients, and it’s safe for younger kids. Technically this slime is actually edible, but with all the cornstarch, it doesn’t taste as great as it smells. Trust us, we tested! Ha! 🤣
We made several flavors!
Out of the lemon, pistachio, and chocolate, the lemon was our favorite because of the pretty citrus smell. You can pick any flavor to experiment with, and obviously, if a child has a nut allergy, pick a different pudding flavor.
How to Make DIY Pudding Slime
Supplies Needed:
- 1/4 cup instant pudding mix
- 1/3 cup warm water
- 1 cup cornstarch
Directions:
1. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together pudding and water. Slowly stir in a few tablespoons of cornstarch at a time, stopping to stir and combine in between. Keep stirring well. This could take a few minutes.
2. Finally, pick up the ball and manipulate with hands until a slime forms. If you need a little more water, stir in a few drops at a time.
So fluffy and soft!
We loved how this homemade slime turned out, and it really was very easy. The texture is super soothing, and l love that it has no borax or potentially harmful chemicals if accidentally ingested.
Look at these happy faces!
What a fun little DIY craft! I did this with my nieces, and they had a blast. It was a little messy, so maybe next time we’ll do this outside to avoid the cornstarch mess, but overall this pudding slime was a success.
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Thank for posting this idea! I have been looking for creative things to do with my kids and this is perfect!
You’re welcome – I think you’ll like this!
Thank u! Will try this when my lil guy is just a bit older 😊
Perfect! You’re so welcome 👍
My niece taught me to make slime out of marshmallows, oil and powdered sugar. Its pretty much “Marshmallow fondant” but it was soft, fluffy and fun to play with. Also edible. We tried it another time and added kool-ade, which made it fun colors and extra delicious. I’ll have to show her this pudding recipe. I wonder if you replaced the cornstarch, in this recipe, with powdered sugar if it would taste better..
Oh that’s a fun thought! Thanks for sharing 👍
I just tried to make a 1/2 batch. It seems to be harder and sticks to my hands slightly. What can I do?
you can add a little more water or cornstarch until desired consistency. 🙂
This isn’t deffinately playdough not slime. Smells great and it’s easy to make but don’t expect any sort of slime consistency.
Add a LITTLE more water and it makes a slime
It’s a sticky playdough, definitely not slime. Very cool, if you’re wanting playdough though!
Very Cool recipe! Very creative