If you want or need a different kind of slime activity, our gummy bear slime recipe is just for you! I am more of a classic slime kind of gal, but who can resist a bit of candy science. We have tons of edible slime recipes now that there is definitely something for everyone!
Gummy Bear Slime Recipe
Kids love the feel of slime. The texture and consistency make slime a blast for kids to try! If you can’t use any of our basic slime recipes or simply want to try something a little different for sensory activities, try an edible slime recipe like this one!
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Ingredients:
- 1 Cup Gummy Bears (try to match like colors)
- 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 Tablespoon Icing Sugar (Powdered Sugar)
- 1/2 Tablespoon Oil (as needed)
Leftover gummy bears? Try our growing gummy bear experiment!
How to Make Gummy Bear Slime
🛑 Adult supervision is needed for this slime as the mixture will be hot!
STEP 1. Place the gummy bears in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 30 seconds.
STEP 2. Stir well and reheat as needed to make the mixture completely smooth (no lumps or bear parts left).
STEP 3. Once melted stir well to help the mixture cool down. HOT, HOT, HOT!
STEP 4. Combine cornstarch and icing sugar together, and place half on a cutting board or clean surface (like your counter).
Make sure the candy has cooled well before starting to mix. The melted gummy bears will be hot!
STEP 5. Pour the gummy bear mixture onto the cornstarch mixture and when cool enough to touch, knead in the remaining cornstarch mixture. It will be sticky at first but continue to knead and it will get less sticky.
STEP 6. Once all of the cornstarch is incorporated, knead in a bit of oil to help make the slime more stretchy and elastic. You will probably not need the full amount of oil.
TIP: This slime can be re-heated once more for a second play but it really is intended to be a one-time use recipe.
You can also make this gummy bear slime recipe without cornstarch for an even tastier experience.
The Science of Gummy Bear Slime
Gummy bears contain gelatin, a protein derived from collagen that forms a semi-solid gel when added to water. Gelatin molecules create a mesh-like structure that traps water, giving gummy bears their chewy texture.
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When gummy bears are soaked in water, the gelatin network absorbs water and swells, expanding the gummy bear. The sugar in the gummy bear also dissolves, adding to the liquid’s viscosity or thickness.
When gummy bears are heated, the gelatin structure breaks down, causing the gummy bear to lose its solid form and turn into a more fluid, stretchy slime. The mixture becomes gooey because the gelatin molecules no longer hold their rigid shape but instead form a loose, elastic structure.
As the gelatin cools, it retains some of its ability to form a weak network, giving the gummy bear slime its characteristic stretchiness. The melted sugar in the gummy also adds to the slime’s viscosity and the slimy texture.
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Thanks Sarah for this awesome Gummy Bear Edible Slime Recipe. My kids loved it and like to share it on their social profile. They become your blog fan and me too.
They also tried this blog recipe http://iteenworld.com/make-slime-out-of-glue-shampoo-toothpaste/ and its worked. Hopefully, your recipe worked better than out of shampoo and toothpaste recipes.
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Again Say to You a Big Thanks
Thank you so much! I have been dieing to make edible slime for so long and your recipe worked very well. No stuggles in making it besides the stickiness, as expected.❤️
Thank you! Yes I haven’t had much luck with some of the odder slime recipes myself!