Colorful Homemade Playdough

Edible playdough is fun for kids to help make and play with; powdered soft drink mix adds color. Learn how to make colorful playdough with this recipe.

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 2 ½ cups white flour
• ½ cup salt
• 1 tablespoon cream of tartar
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bring water to a boil in a saucepan; remove from heat and set aside.

Step 2

Mix flour, salt, cream of tartar, and soft drink mix together in a large bowl; stir vegetable oil into flour mixture. Add hot water and continue stirring until dough comes together.

Step 3

When dough is cool enough to handle, turn it onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Store unused portions in refrigerator.