Create your own colorful and fun play dough at home with this easy and quick recipe.
Combine the baking soda and cornstarch in a saucepan.
Mixing the dry ingredients first ensures an even consistency.
Add water to the saucepan and stir until the mixture is smooth.
Use a whisk to avoid lumps.
Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring frequently, until it thickens to a mashed potato-like consistency.
Keep the heat low to prevent burning.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool.
Cooling allows for easier handling.
Knead the cooled dough on a floured surface, adding more cornstarch if needed, until smooth.
Kneading thoroughly ensures a pliable texture.
If desired, add food coloring and knead until evenly distributed.
Use gloves to avoid staining your hands.
Shape the dough into your desired creations.
Use cookie cutters for fun shapes.
Let the creations dry overnight.
Place on parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Store any leftover dough in an airtight container in the fridge.
Label the container with the date for freshness tracking.