Homemade Finger Paints

Dairy Free
Homemade Finger Paints
10 min.
4
157kcal

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Unleash your inner artist with this delightful recipe for Homemade Finger Paints! Perfect for a fun-filled afternoon with the kids, this easy-to-make, dairy-free paint is not only safe for little hands but also incredibly simple to whip up in just 10 minutes. With vibrant colors that will spark creativity, your children will love exploring their artistic side while you enjoy the peace of mind that comes with using non-toxic materials.

Made from common household ingredients like cornstarch and dish soap, these finger paints are a fantastic way to engage your little ones in sensory play. The smooth, creamy texture glides effortlessly on paper or canvas, allowing for endless possibilities in their artistic expressions. Plus, with the added bonus of being dairy-free, you can feel good about letting your kids dive right in without worrying about allergies.

Whether it's a rainy day indoors or a sunny afternoon outside, this homemade finger paint recipe is sure to provide hours of entertainment. So gather your supplies, roll up those sleeves, and get ready for a colorful adventure that will leave both you and your children with cherished memories and beautiful masterpieces to display. Let the creativity flow!

Ingredients

  • cup cornstarch 
  • 0.5 cup water cold
  • tablespoons deep dish pie crust 
  • 0.5 cup water hot
  • serving food coloring green blue red yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. In medium bowl, stir together cornstarch, cold water and dish soap.
  2. Add hot water; beat with electric mixer on medium speed until mixture is creamy.
  3. Divide mixture among 4 small plastic containers. Drop several drops of red food color into 1 container; stir until well mixed. Repeat with remaining food colors and containers. Store covered at room temperature. Use for finger painting on paper or canvas.

Nutrition Facts

Calories157kcal
Protein1.29%
Fat12.68%
Carbs86.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
0.78478260597457%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:156.52kcal
7.83%
Fat:2.14g
3.29%
Saturated Fat:0.6g
3.77%
Carbohydrates:32.67g
10.89%
Net Carbohydrates:32.27g
11.74%
Sugar:0g
0%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:31.94mg
1.39%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.49g
0.98%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.61%
Iron:0.32mg
1.76%
Selenium:1.23µg
1.76%
Copper:0.03mg
1.57%
Fiber:0.39g
1.57%
Folate:5.69µg
1.42%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.12%
Vitamin K:1.11µg
1.06%