How to Make Pixie Dust for Kids

How to Make Pixie Dust for Kids
Written By
Angie Diersman
Angie Diersman
Published: Aug 15, 2011
Updated: Feb 14, 2019
1 minute read

Add some magic to your kids fairy adventures with edible pixie dust. They can sprinkle it around outside or add it to their favorite sweet treat. It’s easy to make and safe to eat.

Things You'll Need:

Things You Will Need

  • Sugar
  • Liquid food coloring
  • Edible glitter
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cup
  • Fork
  • Cookie sheet
  • Tin foil
  • Decorative container
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    Add Sugar and Coloring to Mixing Bowl

    Pour 1/2 cup of sugar into the mixing bowl. Add 7-10 drops of liquid food coloring to the sugar. You can add more once you start mixing if the color isn’t bright enough.

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    Mix the Coloring and Sugar Together

    Press the color drops into the sugar using a fork. Mix until all the clumps are gone and you’ve reached your desired color.

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    Allow Sugar to Dry

    Line a cookie sheet with tin foil and spread the sugar out. Allow the sugar to air dry for about an hour.

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    Pour into Decorative Container

    Using a funnel or measuring cup, pour the colored sugar into a decorative container.

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    Add Edible Glitter

    Add edible glitter for some extra sparkle. Shake to mix.

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    Based in Los Angeles, Angie Diersman has been crafting professionally since 2005. Her work has appeared in LA Times, and magazines such as "Bird Watching" and "Frankie". She now specializes in sewing and managing her own company and…

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