Best homemade playdough recipe
I have tried a lot of different recipes and this one is definitely my favorite. This recipe makes the best homemade playdough that is so soft, easy to make and cheap!
My kids absolutely LOVE playdough. I used to buy playdough all the time, and even ifthe kids were careful about keeping it closed up it would dry out quickly. I decided to make my own instead, and I am so glad I did! In less than 5 minutes your kids can start creating away with theirnew playdough. It is also a perfect addition to goody bags at birthday parties.
The Best Homemade Playdough Recipe
What you need:
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup salt
4 teaspoons cream of tartar
2 cups lukewarm water
2 Tablespoons of vegetable oil
Food coloring (gel or liquid)
Zipper bags
In a large pot mix the flour, salt and cream of tartar. Stir in the water and vegetable oil. If you are only making one color it is easiest to add the food coloring now. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly. The dough will become thick and start to form into a ball. Remove from heat and place the dough on wax paper or a large plate. Allow it to cool slightly and knead until smooth. If you are making several different colors separate the dough into smaller balls. Place each ball in a bag and add the food coloring. Knead the dough until the color is mixed in. I like to mix the color in by hand so wearing gloves is also a great option if you want to save your hands from being turned different colors. Once the colors are mixed in you are all ready to play! Enjoy!
I store the playdough in the zipper bags used for mixing in colors. Despite my kids leaving them out on occasion it stays soft and last several months.
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8 Comments
Kristin
This looks like a great recipe and now that dinner is finally on is, I’m going to add it to my list of things to try! We’ve done salt dough, but never play dog and I’m not sure why!
Charlotte
Thanks for sharing your recipe! I will definitely try this for my boys! It’s so nice to have an option where you know what all the ingredients are that your little one is playing with!
Karen
This is super cool! I am always looking for inspiration for things to do with my granddaughter on rainy days. She is going to love this. I have already pinned and scheduled to share. Thanks for sharing this information. We are definitely going to get a lot of use out of it.
Amelia
I love this! My kids like making homemade slime, so I know they will love making homemade playdough. I’m going to do this with them next weekend.
Melissa Jones
I’m a psychologist…I can’t wait to try this at work and at home with my grandkids!!!
Jerry & Maureen
I have always wanted to try making my own Play-doh for my kindergarten students. This looks so easy! The pictures will come in really handy for when I attempt it myself this summer! Thanks! ~ Maureen
Kalra
This just got added to our summer to-do list. Thank you!
Jessica
My kids love play-doh but we’ve never made our own. I will definitely have to try. Thank you for sharing!