Marshmallow Playdough
This delightful and simple craft recipe combines the sweet taste of marshmallows with the flexibility of traditional dough, providing an engaging sensory experience for both children and adults.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup mini marshmallows Can use regular marshmallows, chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter For melting with marshmallows
- 1.5 cups powdered sugar
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional) For flavoring
- as needed drops food coloring (optional) For customizing color
Instructions
Preparation
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the mini marshmallows and butter.
- Microwave on high for 30 seconds, then stir. Repeat in 30-second intervals until melted and smooth.
- Gradually add the powdered sugar and cornstarch to the melted marshmallows and stir with a spatula until combined.
- Once it cools down, use your hands to knead the dough for about 2-5 minutes.
- If incorporating flavoring or food coloring, add it during the kneading process.
- Divide the playdough into portions if using different colors or flavors, add food coloring, and knead until well combined.
Notes
Store in an airtight container to keep for up to a week. Use cookie cutters to create shapes and explore themed colors for celebrations.