Grandma Terri's Play Dough

5.00 (31)
⏱ 10 mins 🍽 1 Large bunch 🏷 Toddler Friendly

This is a cherished family recipe for homemade play dough, known for its wonderfully smooth texture and delightful scent from added extracts. It is simple to prepare and results in a durable material that encourages creativity. When stored properly, it remains usable for a very long time, making it a fantastic activity for children. The optional food colouring and extracts allow for customisation.

Grandma Terri's Play Dough

Ingredients

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil (vegetable, safflower, etc.)
  • food coloring (optional)
  • extract (Vanilla, Orange, Lemon, and Mint extract all make the play dough smell lovely. DO NOT USE CINNAMON, ) (optional)

Method

  1. Combine every ingredient in a saucepan.
  2. Heat the mixture, stirring CONSTANTLY, until it forms a cohesive ball and loses its stickiness.
  3. Place the finished dough into an airtight container to keep it ready for creative use.
  4. Stored in its sealed container, the play dough can be enjoyed for months.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium56599000 mg

Recipe details

CategoryToddler Friendly
AuthorShannon Anderson