Delicious” because it’s fun—not edible!)
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup salt
1 cup warm water (add a bit more if needed)
Optional:
Food colouring
Glitter
Spices (like cinnamon) for a scented dough
🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together:
2 cups flour
1 cup salt
Salt helps harden the dough and prevents mould.
2. Add Water
Slowly pour in 1 cup warm water.
Stir until a dough begins to form.
If the dough feels:
Too sticky → add a tablespoon of flour at a time
Too dry → add a teaspoon of water
You should end up with a smooth, playdough-like texture.
3. Knead the Dough
Knead for 5–7 minutes until soft and stretchy.
This helps your salt dough bake evenly and prevents cracking.
4. Shape Your Creations
Roll out the dough to about:
¼–½ inch thick (0.6–1.2 cm)
Ideas:
Handprint ornaments
Footprint keepsakes
Holiday decorations
Gift tags
Name plaques
Stamped designs
Use cookie cutters for fun shapes!
5. Bake the Salt Dough
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
Bake for:
2–3 hours, flipping halfway through
Bake until completely hard. Thicker items may need extra time.
Tip: Air drying also works (especially for kids’ projects), but it takes 24–48 hours.
🎨 6. Paint & Seal
Once your creations are cool and dry:
Paint with acrylic paint
Add glitter, details, or marker designs
Seal with:
Mod Podge
Clear craft sealer
Non-toxic varnish
Sealing makes them:
Water-resistant
Longer-lasting
More vibrant
🌈 Fun Add-Ins
Make Colored Dough
Add food coloring to the water before mixing.
Make Scented Dough
Try adding:
Cinnamon
Pumpkin spice
Vanilla extract
Great for seasonal crafts!
Glitter Salt Dough
Mix fine glitter into the dough for a magical shine.
💡 Tips for Perfect Salt Dough
Don’t make pieces too thick—they may crack.
Flip halfway through baking for even drying.
Let them cool completely before painting.
Store leftover dough wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or in a sealed container.
🧡 Want Project Ideas?
I can give you step-by-step guides for:
✨ Christmas ornaments
✨ Kid handprint keepsakes
✨ Name plaques or room signs
✨ Valentine heart crafts
✨ Seasonal decorations
✨ Pet pawprint ornaments