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Rainbow Detergent Cake Delight

Brighten Your Laundry Routine with Homemade Rainbow Detergent Cakes!

10servings
24 hr 15 min
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Rainbow Detergent Cake Delight

About this recipe

Transform your laundry day into a vibrant experience with these delightful rainbow detergent cakes. Made with natural cleaning ingredients, these cakes provide an eco-friendly and colorful way to keep your clothes fresh. Not only are they effective, but they also make your laundry room smell divine.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup baking soda
  • 1 cup washing soda
  • 1 cup borax
  • 1/2 cup Epsom salt
  • 1/2 cup citric acid
  • 1/4 cup salt
  • 1/4 cup grated soap
  • Food coloring (various colors)
  • 10-15 drops essential oils (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine baking soda, washing soda, borax, Epsom salt, citric acid, and salt.

  2. 2

    Add grated soap and blend well until evenly distributed.

  3. 3

    Divide the mixture into separate bowls, one for each color you wish to create.

  4. 4

    Add food coloring to each bowl and stir until desired shade is achieved. Add essential oils if using.

  5. 5

    Press the colored mixtures firmly into silicone molds, layering colors as desired.

  6. 6

    Allow cakes to dry in molds for 24 hours in a dry, cool place.

  7. 7

    Carefully remove detergent cakes from molds.

  8. 8

    Store in an airtight container until ready to use.

Chef's tip

Ensure molds are completely dry and stored away from moisture to prevent degradation.

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