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Nickelodeon keeps its exact recipe for the network's iconic green slime under lock-and-key. Executives did reveal that the slime originally contained a mixture of applesauce, vanilla pudding, oatmeal, and green food coloring. [1] Instead of waiting for Nickelodeon to reveal the secret ingredients, make your own green slime at home. Create an edible, non-toxic slime or produce a glow-in-the-dark green slime concoction.

Method 1
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Making Jell-O Based Slime

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  1. When creating Jello-O based Slime, you will need the following ingredients:
    • 1 Five Gallon Bucket
    • 6 large packages Jell-O
    • 9 Pounds Flour
    • 8 Ounces Johnson's Baby Shampoo
    • 1 1/2 Gallons Water
    • Green Food Coloring
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    This recipe makes 3 gallons of gooey green slime. To make the mixing process less messy, combine the ingredients in a 5-gallon bucket.
    • Open the 6 large Jell-O packages and empty the contents into the bucket.
    • Pour in 4 ½ pounds flour.
    • Add 1 gallon of water.
    • Whisk the mixture thoroughly until all lumps are removed.
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  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    Achieving the ideal slime consistency is tricky. Go slow and check the texture constantly.
    • Add the remaining 4 ½ pounds flour to the mixture and stir.
    • Gradually add the remaining ½ gallon of water while continuing to stir. Periodically lift the whisk out of the bucket. Observe how the slime drips from the utensil. If the mixture appears liquid and runny, continue to stir. If the mixture holds together as it slowly runs down the spoon and into the bowl, it is ready.
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    Pour 8 ounces of Johnson's Baby Shampoo into the 5-gallon bucket. Add several drops of green food coloring to the mixture. Stir until the slime turns green.
    • Add more green food coloring if needed.
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Method 2
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Making Cornstarch Based Slime

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  1. Before making cornstarch based slime , gather the following ingredients and tools:
    • Sealable Sandwich Bags
    • Small Bowls
    • 1 Cup Cornstarch
    • 1 Cup Water
    • Green Food Coloring
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    This non-toxic green slime is easy to make and fun to play with!
    • Unseal your sandwich bag.
    • Measure 1 cup cornstarch. Pour the cornstarch into the bag.
    • Measure 1 cup water. Pour the water into the bag.
    • Add 3 to 5 drops of green food coloring to the mixture. Always feel free to add more or less food coloring. [2]
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    Carefully seal the sandwich bag. Use one hand to shake the bag. This will combine all of the ingredients into a green paste. Switch hands as needed.
    • Avoid shaking the bag upside down. [3]
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    Unseal the sandwich bag and carefully pour the green slime into a small bowl. Dispose of the bag. Roll up your sleeves and squeeze the slime between your fingers! [4]
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Making Borax Based Slime

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  1. In order to create Borax based slime, you will need the following ingredients and tools:
    • 2 Mixing Bowls
    • 1 teaspoon Borax
    • 1 â…“ Cups Hot Water
    • 2 Cups White School Glue
    • 1 ½ Cups Hot Water
    • Green Food Coloring
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    This green slime recipe produces the ideal, runny goop. Begin by retrieving a mixing bowl, a teaspoon, and a measuring cup.
    • Measure 1 teaspoon borax. Pour the borax into the mixing bowl.
    • Measure 1 â…“ cups hot tap water. Pour the water into the mixing bowl.
    • Mix the water and borax together with a spoon. Mix thoroughly. [5]
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    Retrieve a second mixing bowl.
    • Measure 2 cups white school glue. Place the glue into the mixing bowl.
    • Measure 1 ½ cup hot tap water. Add the water to the bowl.
    • Add 3 to 5 drops of green food coloring. Stir the contents together. Make sure to mix thoroughly. [6]
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    Pour the borax mixture into the mixing bowl containing the green glue mixture. Stir for several minutes until you achieve the desired consistency—when you hold the spoon above the bowl, the slime should slowly drip off.
    • If the color is not quite right, add 1 to 3 more drops of food coloring. [7]
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Making Liquid Starch Based Slime

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  1. When creating liquid starch based slime, you will need the following ingredients and tools:
    • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
    • Liquid Starch
    • White School Glue
    • Green Food Coloring
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    This fabulous green slime recipe calls for equal parts white school glue and liquid cornstarch.
    • First determine how much slime you would like to make. You could make anywhere from ¼ cup to over 1 gallon of slime!
    • Measure 1 part white school glue. Pour the glue into a large mixing bowl.
    • Measure 1 equal part liquid starch. Pour the starch into the mixing bowl. [8]
  3. Slowing stir the mixture until the glue and liquid starch start to congeal. Stop stirring and add 3 to 5 drops of green food coloring. Resume stirring and add more color if needed. [9]
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    Continue to stir the mixture for several minutes. Occasionally hold the spoon above the bowl to test the consistency.
    • If the mixture appears liquid and runny, continue to stir.
    • If the mixture holds together as it slowly runs down the spoon and into the bowl, it is ready. [10]
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Making Glow-in-the-Dark Slime

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  1. Before creating glow-in-the-dark slime, collect the following ingredients and tools:
    • Disposable Cups
    • Sealable Sandwich Bags
    • ¾ teaspoon Polyvinyl Alcohol
    • ½ Cup Water
    • â…› teaspoon Green Glow Paint
    • ¾ teaspoon Borax Powder
    • ½ Cup Warm Water
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    To create glow-in-the-dark slime, you must first create a PVA solution.
    • Measure ¾ teaspoon polyvinyl alcohol. Pour it into a disposable cup.
    • Measure ½ cup water. Pour the water into the disposable cup.
    • Stir the mixture until the ingredients are combined.
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    The addition of green glow paint causes the slime to illuminate in the dark.
    • Unseal a sandwich bag.
    • Measure 2 teaspoons PVA solution and pour it into the bag.
    • Measure â…› teaspoon green glow paint. Add the paint to the PVA solution in the bag.
    • Seal the bag well. Squish the contents with your fingers to combine the PVA solution with the paint. [11]
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    In a separate bag, produce a borax solution.
    • Unseal a new bag.
    • Measure 3/4 teaspoon borax powder and pour it into the bag.
    • Measure ½ cup warm water. Pour the water into the bag with the borax.
    • Seal the bag. Squish the contents with your fingers. Continue to mix the ingredients in this manner until the powder is dissolved. [12]
  5. The glow-in-the-dark slime is a mixture of the PVA-paint solution and the borax solution.
    • Retrieve and new sandwich bag and unseal it.
    • Pour 2 tablespoons PVA-paint solution into the bag.
    • Pour 2 teaspoons borax solution into the bag.
    • Seal the sandwich bag. Combine the solutions by kneading the contents of the bag. [13]
  6. Allow the slime to charge for a few hours. Set the bag in a windowsill or near a light. Take the slime into a dark room or bring it outside at night to watch it glow. [14]
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Making Edible Green Protein Slime

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  1. When creating edible green protein slime, you will need the following ingredients:
    • 1 Cup Spinach
    • 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
    • ¼ to â…“ Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
    • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
    • 5-6 drops Liquid Stevia (more if you prefer)
  2. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    This green protein slime is an excellent natural alternative to other chemical-based slimes. Its vibrant green color comes from spinach!
    • Retrieve your blender. Measure and combine the following ingredients into the blender's container.
    • 1 Cup Spinach
    • 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
    • ¼ to â…“ Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
    • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
    • 5-6 drops Liquid Stevia (more if you prefer)
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    In order to achieve the appearance of slime, this natural mixture must be smooth and lump-free.
    • Puree the mixture until it is a smooth, even consistency.
    • Stir when needed.
  4. This non-toxic slime is ideal for pouring on unsuspecting victims. Its natural ingredients make it safe for young kids to play with too. Instead of playing with the slime, pour it over waffles or pancakes for a tasty treat!.
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Making Edible Sweetened Condensed Milk Slime

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  1. Before making a batch of edible sweetened condensed milk slime, gather following ingredients and tools:
    • 1 medium sized Saucepan
    • 1 14 ounce can Sweetened Condensed Milk
    • 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch
    • Green Food Coloring
  2. This sweet green slime contains sweetened condensed milk, cornstarch, and green food coloring. It is safe to consume.
    • Open the 14-ounce can of sweetened condensed milk with a can opener. Pour the contents of the can into the saucepan.
    • Measure 1 Tablespoon cornstarch. Add the cornstarch to the saucepan. [15]
  3. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    This edible green slime is heated on the stovetop.
    • Place the saucepan over a low heat.
    • Stir the mixture constantly. [16]
  4. Watermark wikiHow to Make Nickelodeon Slime
    Once thick, remove the mixture from the heat and add 3 to 5 drops of green food coloring. Stir the food coloring into the mixture. Before playing with the slime, or pouring it on an unsuspecting victim, allow the mixture to cool. [17]
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    Is there any other way to make the slime?
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    Yes. You can make slime using white PVA glue, a pinch of baking soda, and contact lens solution.
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    Are any of these slimes sticky or messy?
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    Generally, using less glue will produce a less sticky slime, so you can decide how sticky or messy you want your slimes to be based on the amount of glue you use.
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    What can I use instead of shampoo?
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    You can use body wash in order to get the same look and feel of your slime.
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      • The Nickelodeon slime is edible. At the 2015 Nickelodeon Kid's Choice Awards, someone drank it! If you want the best, do the sweetened slime—I'm a huge fan!
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      • If you add contact solution, it won't be as sticky.
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      Things You'll Need

      Making Jell-O Based Slime

      • 1 Five Gallon Bucket
      • 6 large packages Jell-O
      • 9 Pounds Flour
      • 8 Ounces Johnson's Baby Shampoo
      • 1 1/2 Gallons Water
      • Green Food Coloring

      Making Cornstarch Based Slime

      • Sealable Sandwich Bags
      • Small Bowls
      • 1 Cup Cornstarch
      • 1 Cup Water
      • Green Food Coloring

      Making Borax Based Slime

      • 2 Mixing Bowls
      • 1 teaspoon Borax
      • 1 â…“ Cups Hot Water
      • 2 Cups White School Glue
      • 1 ½ Cups Hot Water
      • Green Food Coloring

      Making Liquid Starch Based Slime

      • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
      • Liquid Starch
      • White School Glue
      • Green Food Coloring

      Making Glow-in-the-Dark Slime

      • Disposable Cups
      • Sealable Sandwich Bags
      • ¾ teaspoon Polyvinyl Alcohol
      • ½ Cup Water
      • â…› teaspoon Green Glow Paint
      • ¾ teaspoon Borax Powder
      • ½ Cup Warm Water

      Making Edible Green Protein Slime

      • 1 Cup Spinach
      • 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
      • ¼ to â…“ Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
      • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract
      • 5-6 drops Liquid Stevia (more if you prefer)

      Making Edible Sweetened Condensed Milk Slime

      • 1 medium sized Saucepan
      • 1 14 ounce can Sweetened Condensed Milk
      • 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch
      • Green Food Coloring

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      To make Nickelodeon slime, start by putting 1 cup of cornstarch, 1 cup of water, and 3-5 drops of green food coloring in a sealable plastic bag. Then, shake the bag to combine the ingredients into a green paste. Alternatively, combine 6 large packages of Jell-O, 4 ½ pounds of flour, and 1 gallon of water, and whisk until smooth. Next, add another 4 ½ pounds of flour, then gradually stir in as much water as it takes to get the mixture to run slowly down your spoon. After that, stir in 8 ounces of Johnson’s Baby Shampoo and some green food coloring. To learn how to make Nickelodeon slime that you can eat, scroll down!

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