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Homemade Dandelion Playdough

Create a fun and natural playdough using fresh dandelion flowers! This homemade playdough is perfect for sensory play and creative exploration.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 batch
Course: DIY
Cuisine: Natural
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/4 cup salt
  • 2 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1 TB coconut oil
  • 1 cup water
  • 3/4 cup fresh dandelion flowers
  • yellow food coloring optional

Method
 

  1. Cut or pluck dandelion petals.
  2. Steep petals in 1/4 cup hot water for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Whisk flour, salt, and cream of tartar in a saucepan.
  4. Add remaining water, coconut oil, and flower petals with water.
  5. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until thick and pulling away from sides, about 3-5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and cool. Knead well.
  7. Optional: add yellow food coloring.
  8. Store in airtight container for 1-2 weeks.

Notes

Adjust water for desired consistency.