Cornstarch and Dish Soap Bubble Dough Recipe
This Cornstarch and Dish Soap Bubble Dough recipe is a quick and easy tactile play dough made from simple, edible ingredients. Perfect for kids, it offers a fun sensory experience with a soft, stretchy texture that can be shaped, molded, or used to blow bubbles. Safe and non-toxic, this versatile dough fosters creativity and imaginative play.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 batch (enough for several small shapes or bubble blowing sessions) 1x
- Category: Kid's Activity Dough
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-toxic, safe for kids
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup cornstarch
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup dish soap (Dawn or similar works well)
- 1/4 cup water
Optional Ingredients
- Food coloring (a few drops)
- Essential oils (a few drops for scent)
- Glitter (to mix in for sparkle)
Instructions
- Combine the Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup cornstarch to form a soft, fluffy base for your bubble dough.
- Add Soap and Water: Slowly pour in 1/2 cup dish soap and 1/4 cup water. Use a spoon or spatula to gently mix until all ingredients are fully combined.
- Knead the Mixture: Using your hands, knead the dough until it feels soft and slightly stretchy. If it is too crumbly, add a splash more water and continue kneading.
- Add Color (Optional): Add a few drops of food coloring to the dough and knead until the color is evenly distributed, adding a fun visual appeal.
- Enjoy! Your bubble dough is now ready to shape, mold, or blow bubbles with. Store any leftover dough in an airtight container to keep it fresh.
Notes
- Add essential oils for a pleasant scent to customize the dough.
- Mix in glitter for a sparkly, festive look.
- Experiment with different dish soap brands to find the best bubble results.
- For a thinner, more liquid bubble solution instead of dough, increase the water gradually.
- Store dough in an airtight container to maintain freshness and prevent drying out.
Keywords: Bubble dough, cornstarch dough, kids activity, sensory play, non-toxic dough, homemade bubble dough, kid-friendly craft
