Description
A fun and safe craft for kids and adults, this homemade edible paint is easy to make and customizable with vibrant colors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- Food coloring (gel or liquid)
- Small bowls or containers for mixing
- Brushes or sponge applicators
- Optional: Vanilla extract (for scent)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine the water, corn syrup, and cornstarch. Stir over medium heat until thickened, about 5-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Pour the mixture into small bowls for multiple colors.
- Add drops of food coloring to each bowl and mix thoroughly.
- Use brushes or sponge applicators to paint and create artwork!
Notes
Customize colors by mixing different food colorings. Store unused paint in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Varies
- Calories: 50 (per tablespoon of paint)
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg