Homemade Automatic Dishwasher Detergent with Baking Soda
Create a spotless shine in your kitchen with this DIY Homemade Automatic Dishwasher Detergent with Baking Soda—a simple, eco-friendly, and cost-effective solution to commercial detergents. Crafted with everyday ingredients like baking soda, washing soda, citric acid, and kosher salt, this powdered formula naturally breaks down grease and grime while leaving your dishes sparkling clean. A touch of white vinegar enhances its cleaning power, and optional essential oils, such as lemon or lavender, add a pleasant fragrance to your dishwashing routine. With only 10 minutes of prep time and enough for 24 loads, this easy-to-make recipe not only reduces waste but also helps save money. Pair it with white vinegar as a rinse aid for streak-free results and a greener, chemical-free approach to dishwashing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Baking soda
- 1 cup Washing soda
- 0.25 cup Citric acid
- 0.25 cup Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 10 drops Essential oil (optional, e.g., lemon or lavender)
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, combine baking soda, washing soda, citric acid, and kosher salt.
If you are using essential oil, add the ten drops at this stage. Mix thoroughly to ensure the oil distributes evenly.
Slowly add the tablespoon of white vinegar to the dry mixture. Do this gradually to prevent fizzing and clumping.
Mix the ingredients well until you achieve a uniform powdery consistency.
Transfer the mixture into an airtight container for storage, ensuring it stays dry to avoid clumping.
To use, add 1 tablespoon of the detergent to the dishwasher detergent compartment for each load. For best results, use white vinegar as a rinse aid in your dishwasher's rinse compartment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 87277 mg | 3795% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 11 mg | 0% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
