2 Ingredient Edible Paint Recipe (Toddler Safe) (2024)

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So lately I have been on a quest to figure out things for my preschooler to enjoy that are toddler friendly so I can include…

by Katie

So lately I have been on a quest to figure out things for my preschooler to enjoy that are toddler friendly so I can include Little Dragon (age 1) in our activities. That means no choking hazards or inedible stuff. I am guessing a lot of moms are on the same search. We have used this edible paint recipe a lot and love it because it is super fast to make, taste safe, and makes what we are eating a work of art. So it’s time we make our paint official with its own special post to share with you because I am sure you and your kid’s will love it just as much as we do!

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The colors show up nice and bright and the cool thing is the paint even dries so you can eat your edible art project without getting sticky. We have painted jello, fondant, and marshmallows. It can even work on paper (although I don’t recommend eating paper even if it tastes sweet and looks pretty :). Here is how to make it:

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Ingredients:
Sweetened condensed milk
Food coloring

Directions:

1. Mix 1 tbs. sweetened condensed milk with 1-2 drops of food coloring and stir until well blended.

Now you are ready to paint, it’s as simple as that. The sweetened condensed milk takes food coloring really well so you don’t need to use a lot.

Isn’t it fun creating art with food? We are huge fans of playing with our food.We hope you enjoy your edible paint as much as we do!

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Love, Katie & the Kiddos

  1. Fantastic idea! Thanks for sharing 🙂

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  2. I love this idea. It is very hard to find ideas for my 19 month grandson to participate in activities as everything ends up in his mouth. I have been looking for a way for my grandson’s to paint sugar cookies and I think this will be perfect. Thank you for the idea!

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  3. This might be a silly question, but do you think if we painted on paper, would it get "yucky" after a while? For example, if my kids painted a picture and I hung it on the refrigerator for a month, would it last? Have you every done that? I've always wondered about that when I see things about edible paint.
    P.S. I came across this from the Art Projects for Kids pinning party! 🙂

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    1. Hi Sarah thanks for asking. I think as long as the paint is able to dry and stay dry, the painting should last. We have left ours up for a month and it has been fine. We live in a very dry area, so I am not sure if it would work as well in a humid area. I hope that helps. Thanks for visiting!

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  4. Does it attract ants?

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    1. Hi Joanna
      Thanks so much for visiting! We are blessed to live in a place where house ants are not common (when we lived in CA it was a total different story). I have left our art projects out for days here and haven't had a problem with ants. I haven't tried it, but if you aren't going to eat your art project you could try spraying it with finishing spray to seal in the sweetness that ants might be attracted to. I hope that helps. Have a great day!

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  5. Never thought to use Condensed Milk. Thanks, we have lots of condensed milk to paint with.

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    1. Hi Natasha, I'm glad you like the idea and already have the ingredients! Have fun!

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2 Ingredient Edible Paint Recipe (Toddler Safe) (2024)

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2 Ingredient Edible Paint Recipe (Toddler Safe)? ›

Making baby safe paint is super easy using two ingredients, yogurt and food coloring. We use it weekly for art play group.

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How do you make edible paint for toddlers? ›

Directions
  1. Mix together sugar, corn starch and water in a saucepan.
  2. Heat mixture over medium heat while stirring with a whisk. As soon as it begins to thicken, remove from heat. ...
  3. Divide mixture equally between four bowls and add four drops of food coloring to each bowl.
  4. Store in an airtight container.

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How do you make natural paint for toddlers? ›

Instructions
  1. Combine flour, salt, and 1 cup water in sauce pan.
  2. Heat flour/water while whisking. ...
  3. Once it has become thick and pasty, remove from heat.
  4. Whisk in cold water a few tablespoons at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Color with food coloring or water colors.
  6. Allow to cool completely, then paint!
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What paint can a 2 year old use? ›

Also watercolors, finger paints and puffy paints are great for toddlers. Keep an eye out that the paints are non-stain and non-toxic and finger paints should be edible.

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Is there edible paint for kids? ›

BAKELL® Edible Finger Paint For Kids & Babies (6 Pack Set) | Kosher Certified Edible Paint | 100% Edible Paint For Babies | Vegan, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Dairy Free, Non-GMO Edible Finger Paint.

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How do you make homemade paint for a 1 year old? ›

In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon apple & blackberry purée and 1 teaspoon rice baby cereal until well blended. Note on yogurt: Greek yogurt provides the best results in these paints because of its natural thickness.

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How do you make paint kid friendly? ›

Blend 1/2 cup of flour with 1/2 cup of salt. Add 1/2 cup of water… and mix until smooth. Divide it up into three sandwich bags and add a few drops of liquid watercolor or food coloring to each bag.

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How do you make natural paint non toxic? ›

Process:
  1. Mix 1 - 2 parts water with 1 part glue or flour paste (recipe below).
  2. Add pigments until desired color is achieved, not exceeding a ratio of 20% by volume.
  3. Note - wet paint is much darker than when it's dry on the wall.

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What kind of paint do you use for toddler handprints? ›

The best ones to use for handprint painting are *washable tempera paints. They should be labeled non-toxic and be sure to check that the label says washable. You will want ones that are not too runny and not too dry.

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What paint to use for toddlers? ›

Finger Paint:Especially recommended for the youngest of artists, finger paint washes easily from the skin and is used best on thicker paper products. Choose a creamy formula to prevent splashing.

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Can you make your own edible paint? ›

In a small bowl, mix a few drops of food coloring with a teaspoon of clear vanilla extract or vodka. The alcohol or extract helps the paint dry quickly on the cake. Adjust the color intensity by adding more food coloring or diluting with more extract. Use a soft brush to apply to fondant or a hardened icing surface.

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What is edible paint for sensory play? ›

I added 3 large spoonful's of yogurt into disposable cups and added 6-8 drops of food coloring. Mix well until you cannot see anymore white. I added the final product of each color to a plastic chip dip holder from the dollar store.

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Is edible paint safe? ›

Is it safe for children? The alcohol evaporates once the paint dries, so there is no alcohol left when it is ready to eat. That makes it safe for children.

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How do you make taste safe paint for babies? ›

Making baby safe paint is super easy using two ingredients, yogurt and food coloring. We use it weekly for art play group. The colors always come out beautiful and vibrant and did I mention it's sooooo easy??!!!

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What kind of paint is safe for toddlers? ›

Rather than solvent-based or oil-based paints, choose water-based paints. Water-based (also called latex or acrylic) paints use water as the liquid, and they release fewer chemicals as they dry.

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