Easy Microwave Playdough Recipe
If you are looking or a playdough recipe, you will love our microwave play dough recipe. Playdough is one of our favorite sensory play ideas. It is much easier than the traditional method using the stove, and a lot safer if you have a toddler running around with you. What I really love about this playdough recipe is that your toddler can join in and help you with most of the recipe.
What do you need:
- 2 cups of plain flour
- 2 cups of water
- 1 tablespoon of oil
- 1 tablespoon of cream of tartar
- 1 cup of salt
- A few drops of food coloring (add more for an intense color, less for a more pastel color). I really like to use these food colors.
- glitter (optional).
Method
- Using a wooden spoon, mix the ingredients together
- Place in a microwave safe container
- Microwave in 30 second intervals (stirring each time) until the mix is a dough consistency (takes about 4 minutes depending on your microwave)
- If the dough looks a little dry add a dash of oil and kneed the dough.
- Store in an airtight container or snap lock bag in the fridge.
You may also like our Cloud Dough Recipe and How to Color Pasta for Craft.
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Let Kids Be Kids says
Looks like a great recipe for play dough, not having to use the stove is a bonus. Homemade play dough is definitely the best!
Thanks for sharing #LetKidsBeKids
Carol says
Thanks Karen!
Tarana Khan says
We just made some play dough today! Haven’t tried the microwave method yet, but will give it a shot next time.
Clare's Little Tots says
Wow! Did not know you can microwave playdough. I love making it with my little ones but use boiling water so always makes sure I do this bit so will definitely have to give it a go in the microwave instead. #LetKidsBeKids
Kelly @ Mum-bo-Jumbo says
I have wanted to make play dough for some time now but haven’t gotten around to it.This recipe is so easy using the microwave, I’ll be trying it! Stopping by from Let Kids be Kids
Carol says
Thanks Kelly. Let me know how it goes!
Ali Gilbert says
Oooh! I will have to try this!!
Tickle Fingers says
Really like that it’s not on a stove. #ToddlerFunFriday Over from http://www.cookwithtoddlers.com/community
Carol says
I’ve ruined too many pans trying to make it on the stove!
Carrie Groneman says
Stopping by from Sat. Evening Family Blog Hop and I have never tried a microwave play dough, but I’m all in!!! Thanks for sharing. Carrie, A Mother’s Shadow
Carol says
It’s so quick and easy!
fatima says
Can i substitute baking pwd for cream of tartar?
Anne says
My first time making your microwave version and I love it! So much better than a pot on the stove, it’s easier for the kids to be involved at the cooking stage! Thanks 🙂