What was the secret ingredient in the cooked playdough recipe?
The secret ingredient is always coconut oil. And it gives the playdough a subtle sweet smell that overpowers any salty smell typical playdoughs have. We buy the large tubs of coconut oil because we use it for cooking, beauty, and creativity. I LOVE coconut oil.
What is the difference between cooked and uncooked playdough?
There wasn’t a huge difference between the final result of cooked and uncooked recipes, but there is one key ingredient you really need to use: cream of tartar, which was a common ingredient in all the recipes that worked well because it keeps DIY playdough from becoming a crumbly mess.
Can you cook homemade playdough?
Whether it’s cooked or uncooked, homemade playdough is non-toxic and perfectly edible.
What does cream of tartar do in playdough?
The cream of tartar helps preserve the playdough. If you want to preserve your playdough, then make sure your recipe calls for salt.
How do you make playdough super soft?
Super Soft Playdough Recipe
- 3/4 cup flour.
- 1/4 cup baby powder (this is the secret ingredient! If you don’t like using baby powder, corn starch is a good alternative)
- 1/4 cup salt.
- 2 tsp cream of tartar.
- 1 Tablespoon of baby oil.
- 3/4 cup of water.
- food coloring (I used gel food coloring)
How do you make playdough with cooking?
Directions
- Combine flour, salt and cream of tartar in a bowl; set aside.
- Combine water and food coloring in a medium non-reactive saucepan.
- Add flour mixture and oil; stir to combine. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 2 – 3 minutes.
- Turn dough out onto a clean surface.
Does homemade playdough need to be cooked?
Cooking your homemade playdough reduces the risk of children contracting illnesses from contaminated flour. It may be a little sticky just after cooking, but it should stay soft and pliable for at least a week.
How do I make cooked playdough?