20+ Easy Edible Science Activities to Try at Home
Easy edible science activities are my absolute FAVORITE! If you're gonna be learning you might as well do it while making a snack! Keeping my kids fed takes up a ton of mental energy so I always try to combine food + activities for a big win!
20+ Edible Science Activities
- Science of Gummy Bears
- Why Popcorn Pops
- Science of Homemade Ice Cream
- Chemistry of a Cupcake
- Taste Test Science – Trick Your Tongue
- Science of Marshmallows
- Why Apples Turn Brown
- Fizzy Lemonade
- Kool Aid Rock Candy
- Edible Water Bubbles
- Edible DNA
- Edible Glass
- Grape Molecule building
- Fizzy Sherbet
- Pizza Cells
- Solar Oven S'mores
- Exploding Watermelon
- Turbulence on a Plane
- Color Changing Unicorn Noodles
- Color Changing Celery
- Skittles Rainbow Science
Everyday Food Explained by Science
Science of Gummy Bears
Why do gummy bears hold their shape? How does the liquid turn into a squishy solid? Find out with these homemade gummy bears from Little Bins for Little Hands.
- Go through the edible science post and find one you love!
- Create elephant toothpaste
- Monster Mallows: Microwave marshmallows and watch them grow – then use them to make indoor s'mores!
Why Popcorn Pops
Popcorn is my favorite food so I'm definitely looking forward to trying this one! Find out why popcorn pops with Little Bins for Little Hands.
Science of Homemade Ice Cream
And who can pass up ice cream!? Try making it at home with these instructions and watch the reactions happen right under your nose.
Chemistry of a Cupcake
Ever wondered why you need baking soda when making cupcakes? Or if it's really ok to substitute applesauce for oil? Room temperature eggs? Beat the wet ingredients first?
I'm one to jump right in and hardly ever follow a recipe – which is why my baked good NEVER turn out well. Understand more about science of baking with this article from Beyond The Chalkboard
Taste Test Science – Can you Trick your Tongue?
Can you get an apple to taste like something other than an apple? Try this taste test experiment from Education.com.
Why are Marshmallows Fluffy?
Make homemade marshmallows to explore what gives them their distinctive puff using a marshmallow recipe from STEAM Powered Family.
Why do Apples Turn Brown?
Do your kids turn up their noses at brown apples? Let them see why apples brown and how they can stop it with Left Brain Craft Brain.
Easy Edible Kitchen Science
Fizzy Lemonade
Making lemonade at home is easy, but can you make it fizz? Follow these simple instructions for fizzing lemonade by Little Bins for Little Hands.
Kool Aid Rock Candy
I've seen rock candy all over the internet but I LOVE this idea of rock candy made with Kool Aid by 123 Homeschool 4 Me.
Edible Nature Science
Edible Water Bubbles
How cool are these edible water bubbles by Left Brain Craft Brain!? I'm thinking we should try making our own bursting bobas!
Edible DNA Strands
This candy model is a great way to explain DNA strands to children. Another fun activity from Little Bins from Little Hands.
Edible Glass
How cool is this edible glass from Go Science Kids? It actually shatters and we can't wait to try it out.
Grape Molecule Building
Create your own grape molecules with this fun activity from our Mad Science party.
Download this molecule diagram sheet for simple molecule suggestions to create with kids.
Fizzy Sherbet
If your kids like Dippin' Dots they'll love creating this fizzy sherbet from Laughing Kids Learn.
Pizza Animal Cells
Or how about recreating an animal cell in your next pizza like Journey 2 Excellence? They also made a pizzookie Plant cell.
Solar Oven S'mores
Check out these Solar Oven S'mores from Lemon Lime Adventures. Summer treats without the heat or danger of fire!
Exploding Watermelon
Part of me has wondered forever if this whole exploding watermelon thing is real. Should we get brave enough like123 Homeschool 4 Me to try it out?
Turbulence on a Plane
If you have a young {or older} one who's afraid of flying this lesson from Kids Activities Blog is wonderful at explaining turbulence and airplane safety.
Edible Color Changing Science
Color Changing Unicorn Noodles
Changes color? Count me in!? Love these color changing unicorn noodles from Left Brain Craft Brain and a pH lesson for your kiddos. Check this out for more {non-science} unicorn food ideas.
Color Changing Celery Science
Show kids how plants drink water with this color changing celery from Rainy Day Mum.
Candy Rainbow Science
And you can't talk edible science without the classic candy rainbow! Try a few different types of candy and see how they spread. Check out all the questions for this Skittles Rainbow Experiment.
Favorite Easy Edible Science Projects?
Which easy edible science projects are you most excited to make? I'm town between the edible glass and the unicorn noodles! I'd love it if you tried a few of these too and if you do, please share and tag us @partieswithacause on Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest. We love seeing all your hard work!
Summer Camp Activities: Week 5
Experiment with Science during our at-home summer camp and keep your kids busy most of the summer! We’ve got 6 weeks worth of crafts, activities, snack ideas, exercise recommendations, books suggestions, and even themed tv show and movie ideas.
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Did you miss DINOSAUR WEEK?
Check out the Dinosaur Activity Ideas
- Dino Dig Party Activity
- DIY Dinosaur Egg Piñata
- Dino Drool Clear Slime Recipe
- Dollar Tree Dinosaur Craft for Kids
- 21+ Dinosaur Crafts For Kids
And Dinosaur Food Ideas
Did you miss SPACE WEEK?
Check out the Space Activity Ideas
- Galaxy Slime Recipe Without Borax
- Cricut Crafts DIY Space Helmet
- Outer Space Jewelry – by DIY Candy
- Marshmallow Constellations Space Crafts for Kids
- Space Crafts for Kids: 30+ Out of This World Ideas
And Space Food Ideas
Did you miss NATURE WEEK?
Check out the Nature Activities
And Nature Food Ideas
- Ladybug Appetizers Veggies Tray
- Cute Bug Themed Kid Snack Ideas
- 12+ Nature Themed Snack Ideas for Kids
Did you miss AROUND THE WORLD WEEK?
Check out the Travel Activities
- Japan Fun for Kids – Japanese Inspired Cultural Night
- DIY Bamboo Decor with Pool Noodles
- Countries of the World Game for Kids
And Travel Food Ideas
Up next….Week 6: UNDER THE SEA
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Thank you for all the great ideas. Fun and science…. the best!
I love all things science and all these things make it even more fun. Thank you
You are so the pied piper for kids! This is simply perfect! Yummy, fun and educational …thanks for the cool ideas!
I love being able to make meal time into a learning experience. It’s a necessary evil so might as well make it serve both purposes. And the food science is just so fun.