2-ingredient fake snow recipe
Create soft, moldable snow with just two ingredients
No real snow? No problem! This two-ingredient snow recipe is cool to the touch, moldable, and irresistibly fun. All you need is baking soda and either white conditioner or shaving foam to create a fluffy, crumbly texture perfect for pretend snow play.
You can scoop, mould, dig, and build - just like real snow (but without the frostbite). Use it for small world scenes, mini snowmen, or simply a sensory bin full of scoops and tools. It’s also a great way to explore textures and imaginative play indoors.
Materials
Prep / make
Step 1:
Pour baking soda In a bowl (or your chosen container).
Step 2:
Gradually add conditioner or shaving foam, and mix with your hands or a spoon until it's the consistency you like.
Step 3:
Adjust quantities as needed - more conditioner for stickiness, more baking soda for fluff.
Play
Step 1:
Invite your child (or yourself) to explore the snow with your hands, enjoying its texture and seeing what you can mould
Step 2:
Add toys like arctic animals or trucks for themed play.
Step 3:
Scoop, build, and create snow scenes together.
Extend
Build Mini Snowmen: Roll snowballs and decorate with beads or sticks.
Snow Rescue Mission: Bury small toys and challenge them to dig them out.
Small World Scene: Add trees, glitter, or animals for pretend snowy lands.
Chill It: Pop the tray in the fridge beforehand for a colder snow experience.
