Easy Homemade No Cook Playdough Recipe (Gluten Free)
Make your own playdough with the BEST no cook playdough recipe. You'll love this easy, gluten-free method perfect for gluten-sensitive or celiac toddlers and kids! Natural materials, perfect consistency– the ultimate rainy day (or any day!) activity.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose gluten free flour I used this brand
- 1/4 cup salt
- 1 tsp cream of tartar
- 1/2 cups boiled water
- 1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
- Food coloring I like this natural brand
Equipment
- Parchment or wax paper
- Resealable plastic bag or airtight container
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together gluten free flour, salt, and cream of tartar.1 cup all-purpose gluten free flour, 1/4 cup salt, 1 tsp cream of tartar
- In another bowl, combine boiled water and oil. They will separate but that's okay.1/2 cups boiled water, 1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil
- Pour the water and oil mixture over the flour mixture, and stir with a wooden spoon until a dough forms.
- Use your hands knead into a ball. If the dough is too dry, you can add a bit more water. If it's too wet, add more flour until it reaches the right consistency. Transfer to a parchment or wax paper.Parchment or wax paper
- Knead with your hands a few more times, then divide the dough equally into the number of colors you want to create.
- Make a dent in the center of each dough, then add 5-6 drops of food coloring to start. Knead until the color is fully incorporated (this can take a bit of time), adding more for a bolder hue. Since you are adding moisture with food coloring, you may need to add a little bit more flour if the texture gets too sticky.Food coloring
- Store in a resealable plastic bag or an airtight container at room temperature. If the playdough gets too moist or too dry during storage, you can fix the consistency with more flour or water.Resealable plastic bag or airtight container
Notes
Tips & Tricks
- Storage: If stored at room temperature in an airtight container or zip-top bag, homemade playdough can last up to 3 months. If the texture does change to too wet or dry, you can knead in some flour or water to fix it.
- Colors: You can combine primary colors (red, yellow, and blue) for different colors and shades! Red and yellow will make orange, yellow and blue will make green, and red and blue will make purple. You can even knead the primary color doughs together after you make them to create new color dough.
- Essential Oils: You can add a drop or two of your favorite essential oils as a fragrance for your playdough if desired. Be sure to use as directed and consult your doctor if there are any allergies.