Best Homemade Playdough
Looking for a rainy-day activity that promises instant fun? Why not try making homemade playdough? This super-easy recipe requires just a few essential ingredients commonly found in your pantry. It's quick to make, keeps kids entertained for hours, and is easily cleaned up afterward, and it takes 10 minutes to make it.
Here's what you'll need:
8 tbsp plain flour
2 tbsp table salt
60ml warm water
Food coloring
1 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions for Best Playdough:
In a large bowl, mix together the flour and salt.
In a separate bowl, combine the warm water, a few drops of food coloring, and the vegetable oil.
Now, it's time to bring the magic to life! Pour the colorful water mixture into the flour mix and give it a good stir with a spoon until it all comes together. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for a few minutes until smooth and elastic. Add extra food coloring if you desire a more vibrant color.
Store the playdough in a plastic sandwich bag, removing any excess air, and keep it in the fridge to maintain freshness.
The recipe is to make a batch of one ball of playdough, probably enough for two kids, depending on how much they need.
Kids can shape it into all sorts of forms, blend different hues, or even use cookie cutters for added fun. So, when the rain starts pouring, gather your supplies and prepare for a playdough extravaganza right at home!