Edible Bursting Water Balloon Recipe

Published Aug 28, 2024 By Elle Ann

Image credit: Emma's Goodies via YouTube

I keep seeing this edible water online and can’t get it out of my head until I try it, so I searched for a great recipe that I can follow, and I found this one by Emma’s Goodies on YouTube. Unlike what I initially thought, this edible water balloon is super easy to make and it’s a very fun way to bond with kids, too.

If you want to make your version of edible water balloons more delicious, then you can make them in different flavors. Learn how by following the written instructions down below and make sure to watch the video tutorial as well for more details. I hope you love this recipe as much as I did!

Ingredients for Edible Bursting Water Balloons:

Sodium Alginate Solution

5g or 1½ tsp of sodium alginate
1 liter or 35 oz of water, juice, or flavored-drink

Calcium Chloride Bath

5g or 1½ tsp of calcium chloride
1 liter or 35 oz of water

Water Bath

1 liter or 35 oz of water

How to Make Edible Bursting Water Balloons:

Ingredients for Edible Bursting Water Balloons — Image credit: Emma’s Goodies via YouTube

Step 1

In the first bowl, add the water and set it aside, then in the blender, add the water and sodium alginate, and blend it on high for about 10 seconds. Transfer the mixture to the second bowl, wash the blender clean, and add the water and calcium chloride.

Step 2

Blend it on high for about 15 seconds, then transfer it to the third bowl, and start making your edible water balloons. Dip the ice cream scoop in the calcium chloride bath, then take a spoonful of sodium alginate, and dip it back in the calcium bath holding it in there for about 15 seconds before releasing the ball carefully.

Step 3

Repeat the same steps with the rest, then leave the balls for about 3 to 5 minutes, and transfer them to the water bath to rinse off the solution, eat them immediately for the burst effect. If you want to make flavored ones, then make sure to strain them well, and scoop them as usual.