Watermelon Volcano
A fun and interactive craft recipe that creates a visually stunning watermelon eruption, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 large watermelon Choose a ripe one.
- 1 cup baking soda
- 1 cup vinegar
- Food coloring (various colors) Use multiple colors for a rainbow effect.
- 1 optional plastic container For holding baking soda.
- 1 spoon for mixing
- 1 knife for cutting Adults only.
Instructions
Prepare the Watermelon
- Choose a ripe watermelon and slice off the top (about 1/4 of the way down) to create a 'lid.'
- Use a spoon or melon baller to scoop out the insides, leaving a hollow shell. Save the watermelon pieces for snacking!
Create the Eruption Mixture
- In a container, combine 1 cup of baking soda with a few drops of food coloring for a fun effect.
- Pour the baking soda mixture into the hollow watermelon.
Initiate the Eruption
- When ready, pour in 1 cup of vinegar into the watermelon.
- Stand back and enjoy as your volcano erupts with colorful foam and fizz!
Notes
Best prepared right before the eruption; ingredients can be mixed at the event for maximum fizz. Adult supervision is recommended for young children.