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Play Dough

5 reviews
Test Kitchen Approved
Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Makes

2-1/2 cups

Updated: Oct. 03, 2022
Creating this play dough is super-easy. The best part is that you can customize batches to any color. —Kelly Kirby, Westville, Nova Scotia
Play Dough
Play Dough Recipe photo by Taste of Home
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cream of tartar
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • Food coloring

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, combine the flour, cream of tarter and salt. Gradually add the water and oil. Cook and stir over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until a ball forms.
  2. Cool. Divide dough and knead in colors as desired. Store in airtight containers or resealable plastic bags.