How To Make Crunchy Slime
Want to learn how to make Crunchy Slime? We put together our favorite recipe—it takes about 6 minutes, makes enough slime for 3, and only needs 4 ingredients! Kids that love making all kinds of slime will enjoy this one. The tiny foam balls give it a satisfying crunch when you squeeze and play with it.
Cooking Info
- Time:6 Minutes
- Difficulty:★★
- Servings:3
- Cost:Less than $10
- Recommended for:Kids that love making all kinds of slime!
Recipe highlights
Large Bowl
A large plastic bowl is needed to mix your glue and activator. Glass will also work but is not as kid friendly.
See ProductMeasuring Cup
Measuring cups ensure the right amount of water and borax so your slime forms correctly.
See ProductPlastic Spoon
A plastic spoon is perfect for stirring the glue and borax mixture—slime won't stick to it when you're done.
See ProductElmer's White School Glue
Two 4 oz bottles of Elmer's white glue are the base for this crunchy slime. Washable and safe for kids.
See ProductBorax
A small amount of borax mixed with warm water activates the glue and turns it into slime. A little goes a long way.
See ProductTiny Foam Balls
One package of tiny foam balls (or small pom poms) gives crunchy slime its signature texture. Knead them into the slime after it forms.
See ProductMaterials
- 1 Large Bowl
- 1 Measuring Cup
- 1 Plastic Spoon
Ingredients
- 2 4 oz Bottles of Elmer's White Glue
- 2 Drops your favorite color Food Coloring
- ⅛ tsp Borax mixed with ¼ Cup warm water
- 1 package tiny foam balls
Directions
- Pour both bottles of Elmer's glue into a bowl along with a few drops of food coloring. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, measure and add ¼ cup of warm water with ⅛ tsp borax, and stir.
- Pour the borax mixture into your glue and food coloring mixture, and stir until the slime forms.
- Empty the bowl of slime onto a flat surface. Pour the package of foam balls onto the slime and knead with your hands until evenly mixed.
Remember to store your crunchy slime in an airtight container when you’re done playing so it stays fresh!
We think SLIME is awesome because it’s easy to make, fun to play with and it makes a great after school project to share with your family and friends. Recipes are tested and approved by our slime experts for kids to enjoy!