Description
A fun and easy recipe for homemade play dough that provides hours of entertainment for kids of all ages.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup hand lotion or hair conditioner
- A few drops of food coloring
- 1 1/4 cups corn starch
Instructions
- Scoop the lotion or conditioner into a mixing bowl.
- Add a few drops of food coloring and mix well to combine.
- Gradually stir in 1 cup of corn starch until the mixture is smooth.
- Slowly mix in the remaining 1/4 cup of corn starch, adding it one tablespoon at a time.
- Once the mixture is too thick to stir with a spoon, knead the dough with your hands until it comes together.
- Transfer the dough onto a clean surface and knead until it is soft and pliable.
- If the dough is too sticky, add more corn starch; if too dry, add more lotion or conditioner.
- Store the play dough in a sealed plastic bag or an airtight container to keep it fresh.
Notes
Supervise younger children while playing with play dough. Experiment with different colors and scents for added fun.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Homemade