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2-Ingredient Oobleck Recipe

Learn how to make Oobleck using cornstarch and water.
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child's hands playing in orange gooey Oobleck.
Prep:5 minutes
Creating:2 minutes
Total Time:7 minutes

Equipment

Supplies

  • 2 cups Cornstarch
  • 1 cup Water
  • Food Coloring

Instructions

  • Add cornstarch to a bowl.
  • Stir in half of the water slowly and mix. Add the remaining water.
  • Adjust accordingly to get the right consistency.
  • Optional: Add a few drops of food coloring to create a fun effect.
  • Use toys and have fun with your Oobleck.

Notes

  • Doubling up on your disposable bowls will guarantee to be strong enough to support all the playing. 
  • You can double or triple the amount of materials used for even more fun.
  • You can let the bowl sit up to dry up so you can reuse the cornstarch for other fun crafts and activities.
  • Add too much pressure when trying to pick it up the Oobleck will look like it is breaking. 
  • If you don’t apply any pressure, your fingers will slowly sink into the Oobleck or it will run through your fingers.
Author: Erin
Cost: under $2