Learning how to make homemade playdough has been such a lifesaver for rainy afternoons at my house. My kids love getting involved in making this Kool Aid playdough and playing with it after the fact. This easy playdough recipe is so fun for all ages!
Keeping the kids busy can be quite a hassle. I’m always looking for new ways to entertain them that don’t break the bank and won’t make a big mess. Learning how to make homemade playdough has been the perfect way to keep them busy. It may get everyone’s hands a little messy, but it’s a much more contained mess than some other crafts out there.
What’s in This Kool Aid Playdough Recipe?
- Flour: All-purpose the playdough structure.
- Salt: Kosher salt adds texture and helps to prevent the growth of bacteria or mold in the playdough.
- Cream of Tartar: Helps give the playdough a super soft texture, great elasticity, and makes it last longer.
- Kool-Aid Drink Mix: Adds scent and color to the playdough.
- Oil: Helps make the playdough smooth and prevents it from sticking to hands or surfaces.
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How to Store
Store Kool Aid playdough in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 months.
Tips for Success
- If the playdough is exposed to air, it will start to dry out.
- If the playdough starts to get dry, you can knead in a small amount of oil to add moisture, but it can’t be saved if it starts getting hard and crispy.
- The cream of tartar will help the texture of the playdough; it causes a chemical reaction to help make it fluffy. You don’t have to use it, but it will have a denser texture. I found you can get it on Amazon for a better price than the grocery stores.
- When storing this playdough, use a durable Ziplock bag or Tupperware that’s truly airtight. This stuff can dry out pretty easily.
- Want to be the coolest parent at the birthday party? Hand out this playdough in mini solo cups with lids as a party favor!
- For an even more vibrant color, or just to experiment with colors, you can use food dye! Squirt in a few drops when you’re initially pouring all of the ingredients into the pot.
How to Make Homemade Playdough
Learn how to make homemade playdough for rainy afternoons. This Kool Aid playdough recipe is so fun for all ages!
Prep: 10 minutes
Total Time
: 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour 120 grams
- ½ cup kosher salt 72 grams
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 7 grams
- 0.26 ounces Kool-Aid drink mix 7.2 grams (2 packets)
- 1 cup water 227 grams
- 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil 13 grams
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the flour, salt, cream of tartar, and Kool-Aid until there are no lumps.1 cup all-purpose flour, ½ cup kosher salt, 2 teaspoons cream of tartar, 0.26 ounces Kool-Aid drink mix
- Pour in the water and oil, stirring to combine.1 cup water, 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
- While stirring, heat the mixture over medium-low heat until it begins to thicken and gather around the spoon.
- Remove the mixture from the pan and place it on a sheet of parchment paper or wax paper. Knead the mixture until it becomes a nice smooth texture.
Notes
- Important Note: This is a craft recipe and is not intended for consumption.
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