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non toxic play dough recipe

Non Toxic Play Dough

Soft, squishy, and safe for little hands—this non-toxic play dough recipe is easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and perfect for creative play.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 1 batch

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 cup salt
  • 4 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 2 cups water
  • 4 tablespoons oil canola or vegetablee

Optional

  • food coloring, essential oils, spices

Instructions
 

  • Whisk flour, salt, and cream of tartar together in a medium saucepan.
  • Gradually add water and oil into dry ingredients.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture forms into a ball.
  • Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Once cool, knead until smooth on. a lightly floured surface.
  • Lastly, add in your optionals ingredients like colors, essential oils, spices. Voila!

Notes

  • Store in an air tight container to make this play dough last for months.
  • This play dough should not be consumed by kids or pets.
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