Homemade Ice Chalk
Create colorful and delightful chalk using cornstarch and food coloring, perfect for outdoor art activities for kids.
Ingredients
Chalk Mixture
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups cornstarch
- food coloring (various colors) Use as needed for desired colors
Equipment
- 1 each ice cube trays or silicone molds
- 1 each mixing bowl
- 1 each whisk or spoon
- 1 each plastic tray for easy cleanup (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of water and 2 cups of cornstarch. Stir well using a whisk or spoon until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
- Divide the mixture evenly into other smaller bowls, depending on how many colors you wish to create.
- Add a few drops of food coloring to each bowl and mix until the colors are vibrant.
- Carefully pour the colored mixtures into ice cube trays or silicone molds, filling them about three-quarters full.
- Place the trays in the freezer and allow them to freeze for at least 4-6 hours or overnight for best results.
- Once frozen, gently remove the chalk from the molds. You may need to let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes to loosen them up.
Notes
Store leftover pieces in a resealable plastic bag or a sealed container in the freezer. Use thawed pieces the same day. Re-freeze any pieces that have started to melt.