Salt Dough Recipe
Classic salt dough recipe that's easy to make for crafts.
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Servings: 1 batch
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup salt
- 3/4 to 1 cup water
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the flour and salt. Stir them together to ensure an even distribution.
- Gradually add water to the flour and salt mixture, stirring continuously. Start with 3/4 cup of water and add more if needed. The goal is to form a smooth, pliable dough.
- Once the mixture starts to come together, transfer the mixture to a lightly floured surface. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a bit more flour.
- Use a rolling pin to roll out the dough to your desired thickness. Typically, 1/4 inch is a suitable thickness for most salt dough projects.
- Use cookie cutters or a knife to cut out shapes from the rolled-out dough. You can create ornaments, handprints, or anything else you have in mind.
- If you're creating ornaments, use a straw or a small round object to make a hole near the top of each shape. This hole will be used to thread a ribbon or string for hanging.
- You can either bake the shapes in the oven or let them air dry. If baking, preheat your oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for about 2 hours or until the dough is hardened. If air drying, place the shapes on a flat surface and let them air dry for 24-48 hours, depending on the thickness.
- Once the shapes are fully dry and hardened, you can paint them using craft paints and decorate them as you like. Allow the paint to dry completely.
- (Optional): If you want to preserve your salt dough creations, you can seal them with a clear sealant or varnish.
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