Play Dough
Course: Not EdibleDifficulty: BeginnerPrep time
2
minutesCooking time
8
minutesTotal time
10
minutesThis is the best! It’s easy to make and has endless possibilities. Make with a flavored drink packet or add oils or extracts for different smells.
Ingredients
1 cup flour
1/4 cup salt
2 tbsp cream of tartar
1 tbsp oil
1 cup water
1 packet drink mix optional
Essential oil like lavender, lemon, orange, peppermint, etc. – optional
Food coloring – optional
Directions
- Combine all ingredients except the oils (if using) into a medium sauce pan over medium heat. (Food coloring drops can be added now; gel coloring can be kneaded in later.)
- Stir constantly until dough comes together into a ball.
- Remove from heat and knead the play dough until smooth once it is cool enough to handle.
- Mix in any additional colors or oils that you’d like.