Baking Soda Growing Snowflake Ornaments
Create beautiful, fluffy snowflake ornaments with this simple and engaging recipe utilizing baking soda and cornstarch, perfect for winter decorations.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups baking soda
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1.5 cups water
Equipment
- 1 bowl for mixing
- 1 saucepan
- 1 whisk or wooden spoon
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 cookie cutters (snowflake shape) Optional: Use various shapes for more variety
Optional Add-Ons
- to taste glitter For adding sparkle
- to taste food coloring For colorful snowflakes
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine 2 cups of baking soda and 1 cup of cornstarch.
- Gradually add 1½ cups of water while whisking to avoid lumps.
Cooking
- Pour the mixture into a saucepan and cook over medium heat.
- Stir continuously until thick and similar to dough (5-10 minutes).
Shaping
- Once the mixture cools enough to handle, roll it out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Use cookie cutters to create snowflake shapes.
Drying
- Leave the shapes to dry for 24-48 hours.
- Alternatively, you can bake them at a low temperature (175°F) for about 2-3 hours until hard.
- Check for a solid and crisp texture.
Finishing Touches
- Once dry, sprinkle with glitter or paint with food coloring for added flair.
- Allow to dry completely before display.
Notes
Mix fine glitter into the baking soda mixture for a sparkling effect. Adding a few drops of vanilla or peppermint extract will impart a delightful aroma to your ornaments. Feel free to use different cookie cutters or freehand designs for variety!