Play Dough - Uncooked

• 3 cups of plain flour
• ¼ cup salt
  
• 1 tablespoon cooking oil
  
• 1 cup water
  
• Food colouring if liked

Method

1. Mix all of the ingredients together to make dough.

2. Mix in a little food colouring if liked.

3. Add a little more water or flour until the dough is the required constituency.

4. Knead well.

This play dough is of a firm texture. It is good for rolling out and using cutters. It will keep for a few days if stored in an airtight container, preferably in a fridge.

Play Dough - Microwaved

• 2 cups plain flour
• 1 cup salt
  
• 1 tablespoon cream of tartar
  
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  
• 2 cups water
  
• Food colouring

Method

1. Mix together the flour, salt and cream of tartar.

2. Add the water and the oil.

3. Stir well until the mixture has no lumps.

4. Mix in the food colouring until the desired colour is reached.

5. Microwave on half power for six minutes, stirring approximately every minute.

6. Allow to cool thoroughly before kneading well.

 

As an alternative, the colouring can be added at the end, kneading it well in. This will allow the dough to be split and dyed in different colours, although more vibrant colours can be achieved by adding the colour to the liquid as stated in the recipe.

This recipe makes lovely springy soft dough, ideal for a wide variety of uses. If kept in an airtight container or sealed plastic bag it should keep well for about two weeks.