Silly Putty — General recipe

Silly Putty

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Try this homemade Silly Putty recipe the whole family will love. Made with Elmer's white glue, water and food coloring. Easy step-by-step instructions i…

This Silly Putty relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as elmer's white glue, borax (20 mule team), water and food coloring (optional). It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General
Servings: persons

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