We Knead Some More Playdough

June 9, 2008

Okay, so the knead play on words in the title is corny, I know! I just couldn’t help myself. It looks like it will be hot and stormy today. Sounds like a great day to stay in and make some fresh batches of play dough.

The first recipe is the one I usually use. It is quick and easy to make and lasts a long time without drying out. I keep it in Ziploc bags and they keep it fresh. It it gets a bit sticky, just add a bit more flour to the dough.

I’m also adding additional dough recipes so you can experiment with different ones and see what you like the best!

Playdough

1 cup flour
1 cup warm water
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon oil
1/4 cup salt
food coloring

Mix all ingredients, adding food coloring last. Stir over medium heat until smooth. Remove from pan and knead until blended smooth.

Oatmeal Playdough

1 Cup flour
1 Cup water
2 Cups oatmeal

Combine all ingredients in a bowl; mix well and knead until smooth. Store covered in refrigerator.

Peanut Butter Playdough

2 Cups peanut butter
6 Tablespoons honey
Nonfat dry milk
Cocoa (optional)

Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix, adding enough dry milk to reach the consistency of bread dough. Add cocoa, if desired. Shape and eat!

I have several friends who have children that are allergic to peanut butter. That doesn’t mean their kids should miss out on eating playdough! Here’s another edible playdough recipe.

Kool-Aid Playdough

1 Cup water
2 Tablespoon oil
1 Cup flour
1/2 Cups sugar
1 pkg. Kool-Aid, any flavor

Mix together water and oil. Microwave on HIGH for about 2 minutes. Remove and add flour, sugar and Kool-Aid. Mix together with a spoon. Then play and eat!