Homemade Play Dough

Up to this point, we have been buying brand name Play Doh for my daughter because it was just easier (or so I thought). Today I decided we would try to make some together and it turns out it is incredibly easy and a lot of fun to make! Here is the recipe we used...

Homemade Play Dough

3 c. flour
1 1/2 c. salt
6 tsp. cream of tarter (important for stabilizing the dough...find it in the spice section of your local store)
3 Tbsp. oil (vegetable oil)
3 c. water
food coloring

Mix all ingredients together in a large saucepan. Stirring constantly, heat over medium heat until a dough ball forms (the dough will start pulling away from the sides of the pot). Knead dough until the texture matches that of play dough (1-2 minutes). Separate into balls and knead in food coloring to achieve desired colors. Store in a plastic container.

You can also use unsweetened Kool-Aid powder to add color and scent and glitter although I have not tried either of these variations.

The recipe says that it should last about 3 months, but as we just made it, I can't attest to that just yet!

Happy Play Dough making!