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Microwave Play Dough

This easy microwave play dough recipe makes super soft and stretchy homemade playdough...in 2 minutes! 

Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
4 mins
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup salt
  • 2 TB cream of tartar
  • 2 TB oil
  • 1 TB corn starch
  • Food Coloring

Instructions

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  1. Whisk together play dough ingredients and divide into separate microwave safe bowls for each color you're making.
  2. Stir in food coloring, one color per bowl.
  3. Microwave for 1 minute, stir; microwave for 30 more seconds, stir. If needed, continue microwaving in 15-20 second intervals until dough begins to form and pull away from sides of the container (or is no longer soupy).
  4. Allow to dough to cool enough to handle and finish mixing by hand.

Notes

  • Adults should microwave the dough. 
  • Always use a microwave safe bowl and handle with care, as bowl may become hot.
  • Always supervise kids when playing with playdough.
  • Do not eat.