Homemade playdough with Kool-Aid! I have tried various playdough recipes, and this is one of them. This playdough is easy to make if you already have the Kool-Aid at home, as it will not require any food colors.
Using Kool-Aid mix to make playdough adds a natural, fruity scent to the dough, enhancing the sensory experience for children (and adults!) while playing.
Homemade Kool-Aid play dough is an inexpensive and easy option. It is safe and non-toxic, as many store-bought playdough contain chemicals and other potentially harmful ingredients, while this playdough is made with simple, natural ingredients that are safe for kids to use.
KOOL-AID PLAYDOUGH RECIPE
Homemade playdough with is an easy and fun way to make colorful, scented playdough at home.
Here’s a simple recipe to get you started:
INGREDIENTS
- 1 Cup Flour
- ¼ Cup Salt
- 1 Packet of Kool-Aid (any flavor)
- 1 Tbsp Cream of Tartar
- 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil
- 1 Cup Warm Water
INSTRUCTIONS
In a medium mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and cream of tartar.
Mix the Kool-Aid, vegetable oil, and water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, constantly stirring with the hand mixer, until the mixture comes to a boil.
Combine the dry ingredients with the hot liquid mixture in the saucepan. Stir until the dough comes together and becomes smooth.
Once the dough is cool enough to handle, turn it onto a clean surface and knead it for a few minutes until it becomes smooth.
Your homemade Kool-Aid playdough is ready to use now!
To keep it fresh for longer, store it in an airtight container when you are not using it.
NOTE
This recipe can be customized with different flavors of Kool-Aid, and you can also add food coloring to the dough to create different colors.
Making playdough at home can be a fun and educational activity for children. It allows them to use their creativity and imagination while practicing essential skills such as following instructions, measuring ingredients, and working with their hands.
Overall, making homemade playdough is easy, affordable, and fun to create a natural, scented playdough that is safe for kids to use and enjoy.