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Fresh Citrus Playdough Recipe

A fun and deliciously scented play doughs for kids!
Author: Monique B

Equipment

  • Badia Cream of Tartar, 2 Pound (1283784)
  • 365 by Whole Foods Market, Flour All Purpose Baking, 80 Ounce
  • LorAnn Orange Liquid Food Color, 1 Ounce Squeeze Bottle

Materials

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups water
  • 2 T. Coconut oil or vegetable
  • 1 cup salt
  • 2 T. cream of Tartar
  • 1 orange or tangerine peel grated
  • 8 drops each:
  • Vetiver essential oil
  • Wild orange essential oil
  • Tangerine essential oil

Instructions

  • Combine flour, water, oil, salt, and cream of tartar in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until mixture starts to clump in the center on your spoon. This part usually takes about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add vetiver, wild orange, and tangerine essential oils- stir well to combine. If desired add food coloring and mix.
  • Grate orange/tangerine peel with a fine grater into your playdough mixture, it gives a tiny bit of texture but plenty of additional good smell!
  • Remove playdough from pan and place on a floured surface, allow it to cool until it is comfortable to the touch.
  • Knead for 2-3 minutes to incorporate all your color and essential oils, the dough will loosen up and become a softer texture after kneading.
  • Store in an airtight container when not in use.

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