Homemade Playdough (3 Ingredients)

This is the playdough recipe we come back to over and over — no cream of tartar, no stovetop, just three pantry staples and about ten minutes.

Steps

1. Mix 2 cups flour and 1 cup salt in a big bowl.
2. Slowly add 1 cup warm water, stirring as you go.
3. Once it comes together, let your toddler knead it — this is the best part and doubles as great fine-motor practice.
4. Split into portions and add a few drops of food coloring to each. Knead again until the color’s even (toddler hands are perfect for this).

Notes

Store in an airtight container or zip bag — it’ll keep for a few weeks at room temperature. If it gets sticky, knead in a little more flour.