Make an Edible Model of the Earth

A science craft you can eat!

Jul 15, 2006 Belinda Mooney

Here's the perfect chance to play with your food. Build this model of the earth's layers and then snack on it.

An Edible Model of the Earth

What you need:

1 large marshmallow

a peppermint candy

toothpick

1/4 c chocolate chips

small pan

What you do:

1. Cut a small slit into the marshmallow and stick the peppermint in the middle.

2. Put the marshmallow on the toothpick.

3.Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave or in a small pan over low heat.

4.Dip the marshmallow in the chocolate covering it. Set it on wax paper to cool.

Each layer represents a layer of the earth. The peppermint represents the core, the chocolate the crust.

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