Edible Playdough (Frosting Dough) :A sweet, moldable dough made with frosting and powdered sugar—perfect for kids (or adults!) to play with and eat. Safe, non-toxic, and wildly colorful
Why You’ll Love This
✅ No cooking required – Ready in 5 minutes!
🌈 Vibrant colors – Customize with neon gel dyes.
👶 Kid-friendly – Great for sensory play or party favors.
🍭 Tastes like frosting – Sweet, soft, and edible.
Ingredients
(Makes ~4 cups of dough)
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1 tub (16 oz) vanilla frosting (or homemade buttercream)
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2-4 cups powdered sugar (adjust for consistency)
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Neon gel food coloring (purple, green, pink, orange, etc.)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Mix Base Dough
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In a bowl, stir frosting + 2 cups powdered sugar until thick.
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Gradually add more sugar (up to 4 cups) until it forms a playdough-like texture.
2. Color the Dough
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Divide dough into portions. Add gel coloring and knead until vibrant.
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Tip: Wear gloves to avoid stained hands!
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3. Play & Store
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Shape into creations (like clay!).
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Store in airtight containers for up to 1 week.
Pro Tips
🔸 Too sticky? Add more powdered sugar.
🔸 For shine: Brush with edible glitter or luster dust.
🔸 Flavor variations: Use chocolate frosting or add extracts (peppermint, almond, etc.).
Fun Ideas
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Cookie cutters: Make edible shapes.
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Cupcake toppers: Mold mini decorations.
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DIY candy sushi: Roll with fruit leather “nori.”
Final Thought
This edible playdough is the ultimate rainy-day activity—messy play you can eat!
More Edible Crafts:
🍪 Cookie Dough Truffles
🎂 Cake Pop Clay
🍫 Chocolate Playdough