Fun Edible Slime Recipe Kids Can Make at Home

Create stretchy, glossy slime using just gummy bears and pantry staples in only 15 minutes and with ingredients safe enough to taste – perfect for worry-free family fun in the kitchen.

Published by: Joseph Kluge

Posted on: December 3, 2025

Last modified on: December 3, 2025

Making edible slime is the perfect blend of science, creativity, and snack time rolled into one messy (but safe!) activity. This simple gummy bear recipe uses basic kitchen ingredients and clear steps that kids can follow with adult supervision. No glue, no borax – just pure, taste-safe fun that parents can feel good about.

Quick Overview

  • Recipe: Gummy Bear Edible Slime
  • Time: 10-15 minutes
  • Level: Beginner-friendly
  • Adult Supervision: Recommended for children under 10

Safety First

Before we start making our gooey creation, let's cover some important safety tips:

  • Adult help needed: Kids under 10 should have an adult help, especially with the microwave
  • Food-safe only: We only use ingredients you can eat – no glue or chemicals
  • Check for allergies: This recipe contains gelatin from gummy bears
  • Hot surfaces warning: Melted gummy bears can get very hot – let adults handle the microwave
  • Not for babies: Keep away from children under 3 years old
  • Clean hands: Wash hands before and after making slime

What You'll Need

Ingredients (Perfect for US Families)

  • 1 cup gummy bears (about 4 oz bag)
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (also called icing sugar)
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, makes it stretchier)

Tools

  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Mixing spoon
  • Clean hands for kneading
  • Extra cornstarch (in case it gets sticky)

How to Make Gummy Bear Edible Slime

Step 1: Melt the Gummy Bears

  • Put gummy bears in a microwave-safe bowl
  • Heat for 10-15 seconds
  • Adult help needed: Remove carefully and stir
  • Heat again if needed until gummies are melted and soft

Safety Note: The bowl and gummy bears will be hot! Let an adult handle this step.

Step 2: Add the Dry Ingredients

  • Stir in 2 tablespoons powdered sugar while gummies are still warm
  • Add 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • Mix everything together with a spoon

Step 3: Knead Your Slime

  • Use clean hands to knead the mixture
  • Keep mixing until it feels like slime
  • If it's too sticky, add a little more cornstarch or powdered sugar
  • If it's too thick, add the coconut oil

Step 4: Perfect Your Slime

  • Keep kneading until it's not too sticky and not too stiff
  • The slime should stretch but not stick to clean hands too much
  • If your hands get sticky, dust them with a little cornstarch

Texture Fixes Made Easy

Too sticky? Add 1 tablespoon cornstarch and knead well

Too stiff? Add ½ teaspoon coconut oil and knead

Getting stickier while playing? Add a pinch more cornstarch

Storage and Safety

  • How long it lasts: Use within 24 hours
  • Where to store: Room temperature in a covered container
  • When to throw away: If it smells bad, looks different, or gets too hard

Important: This slime is made from food, but it's meant for playing, not eating lots of it!

Health Cautions

  • Contains gelatin - not suitable for vegetarians
  • May contain artificial colors - some kids are sensitive to food dyes
  • Choking hazard - keep away from small children
  • Sugar content - high in sugar, so wash hands after playing
  • Adult supervision required when using microwave

Fun Tips for Kids

  • Try different colored gummy bears for rainbow slime
  • Make small batches with different flavors
  • Play on a covered table to keep mess contained
  • Share with friends (but everyone should wash hands first!)

Making edible slime is a perfect rainy day activity that combines kitchen science with creative play. This simple gummy bear recipe proves that the most fun activities often come from the simplest ingredients – and you might just discover your new favorite family activity!

Joseph Kluge

Joseph Kluge

Joseph Kluge is the voice behind the PoppyMello Slimes blog. A graphic designer and writer by trade, Joseph brings his eye for creativity and storytelling to every post. He’s also the proud father of three daughters — the imaginative powerhouses who inspire and shape the slimes that PoppyMello is known for. Through the blog, Joseph shares family-driven stories, slime care tips, and behind-the-scenes looks at the colorful world his wife and daughters bring to life.

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