PLAYDOUGH RECIPE
How to Make Homemade Playdough
One of the BEST homemade playdough recipes – make in less than 5 minutes for under $1 and have it last for months! It is so soft and squishy and cuts perfectly with cookie cutters!
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Makes: 1 batch
Equipment:
- Large pot
- Spoon for stirring
- Gallon size bag or wax paper for cooling
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup salt
- 4 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 2 cups lukewarm water
- 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil (coconut oil works too)
Optional: Food Coloring (Wilton brand linked here tends to create brighter colors)
Instructions:
- Stir together the flour, salt and cream of tartar in a large pot. Next add the water and oil. If you’re only making one color, stir in the the color now.
- Cook over medium-heat, stirring constantly. Continue stirring until the dough has thickened and begins to form into a ball. Remove from heat and then place inside a bowl. Allow to cool slightly and then knead until smooth.
- If you’re adding multiple colors, divide the dough into balls (for how many colors you want) and then add the dough into separate quart sized bags. Start with about 5 drops of color and add more to brighten it. Knead the dough, while inside the bag so it doesn’t stain your hands.
- Once it’s all mixed together, you’re ready to PLAY. Store the play dough inside the bags to keep soft. If stored properly it will keep soft for up to 3 months.
*Disclaimer: This dough should not be consumed by children or pets.
