Description
A fun and easy recipe to create non-toxic homemade play dough that encourages creativity and sensory play in kids.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup salt
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 4 tablespoons cream of tartar (optional)
- Food coloring (various colors)
- Essential oils (optional for scent)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and cream of tartar (if using). Stir until well mixed.
- In a separate bowl, mix the water, vegetable oil, and food coloring. Adjust the food coloring amount to achieve your desired shade.
- Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring constantly until combined. Transfer to a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until a dough forms and pulls away from the sides, or microwave in intervals of 1 minute, stirring between each interval until the dough clumps together.
- Once cooked, allow the dough to cool for a few minutes. Then, knead the dough on a clean surface until smooth and pliable.
- Place the play dough in an airtight container to keep it fresh for weeks.
Notes
Add a few drops of essential oils for scent, and consider incorporating glitter or herbs for texture. Store the dough in an airtight container for 2-3 weeks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Crafts
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 batch
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: 0mg