How to Make Salt Dough - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salt dough is a simple and versatile mixture that has been used for centuries to create various types of crafts and decorations. Made from just three basic ingredients – water, salt, and flour – salt dough is easy to prepare and can be used to create all sorts of shapes and designs. Whether you are looking to make ornaments for Christmas, Easter decorations, or simply want to get creative with your kids, salt dough is the perfect medium to work with.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup salt
  • 1 cup cold water

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 40 mins
  • Yield: 10 to 12 ornaments

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line a baking sheet.
  • Combine flour and salt in a bowl. Add water, a few tablespoons at a time, mixing well after each addition. Knead dough for 10 minutes. Wrap and let rest for 20 minutes.
  • Transfer dough to a floured work surface and knead until soft and pliable. Roll out to a thickness of 1/8 inch; cut desired festive shapes with cookie cutters. Transfer onto the prepared baking sheet; use a toothpick to make a hole in each ornament for hanging.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until dry and hard, about 2 hours. Allow to cool completely before decorating.
  • Nutrition

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