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# Malleable Sweet Slime Desserts
The Jello-O Play Edible Slime Comes in Two Flavor Options

By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-11-16 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-slime
References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2018/11/15/jello-o-play-introduces-new-edible-slime-in-two-fruity-flavors/) & [kraftrecipes](https://www.kraftrecipes.com/brands/kraft-jello)

The popularity of [slime amongst child consumers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gui-gui) has seen a stark rise in the past year or so, which has some brands getting on the bandwagon with products like the Jello-O Play Edible Slime. Intended to be mixed up and played with, the product comes in canisters containing enough to make [two large batches of slime](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slime-life-cheeseburger-diy-slime-kit) that is 100% edible. The product is easy to mix up by children under parental supervision and comes in two flavorful options including Unicorn and Monster, which are strawberry and lime, respectively.

The Jello-O Play Edible Slime products will start rolling out to retailers nationwide this December and come as part of the brands move towards [interactive food products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jiggly-fruit-snacks) as part of the Play line.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.4/10
- Popularity: 38% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Rise of Edible Slime:** The popularity of slime among child consumers has led to the rise of edible slime products.
- **Interactive Food Products:** Brands are moving towards interactive food products that offer a playful experience for consumers.
- **Product Innovation for Children:** Companies are creating innovative products targeted specifically at children to capture their attention and interest.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Food & Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore the creation of interactive and edible products for children.
- **Toy & Entertainment:** The toy and entertainment industry can tap into the popularity of slime and develop interactive play products for children.
- **Consumer Goods:** Consumer goods companies can introduce new and unique products aimed at children's play and entertainment.

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