The Classic Playdough Recipe

The ingredients:

2 cups flour

1 cup salt

4 tsp cream of tartar or alum

2 Tbsp oil

                                                                                                       2 cups water

(Photo provided by chrissi.)

*Food coloring or non-toxic watercolor powder or liquid base (added to the water)

The How-To’s:

Combine all dry ingredients well, then add liquids.  Cook, stirring, over medium heat for about 3 minutes or until a firm doughy ball is formed.  Roll onto your counter top.  Allow to cool enough to handle.  Knead until stiff.  Store in a ziplock bag, but allow to cool fully first to avoid condensation.

Playing with playdough yields several developmental outcomes, such as sensory experience, creativity, and fine motor development.