How to Make Fall Apple Scented Playdough

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My house is loaded with playdough. Sometimes I go for classic PlayDoh. However, when I have time, I make homemade playdough. Nothing beats a homemade recipe! 

The best part about making playdough for kids is the number of variations including scent, smell, and color. This fall playdough recipe is easy and full of flavor!

Playdough also provides loads of activities for kids. Kids work their fine motor skills and practice language, sensory, and math all with playdough. Don’t forget practical life skills in the kitchen.

Have the child assist in making the playdough and you have a math and life skills lesson in one.

This post includes inspiration and how to make apple-scented playdough. Perfect fall activity for kids! Plus we love apple activities!

Apple Scented Playdough Recipe

The scent of this play dough comes from adding cinnamon and apple extract or essential oil. Can’t you smell it now?

Homemade Playdough Ingredients

• 1 cup of flour
• ½ cup of salt
• 2 tablespoons cream of tartar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons apple-scented essential oil or extract
• 1 cup of boiling water
• Red food coloring

How to Make Playdough

• In a bowl, combine the flour, salt, cream of tartar, and cinnamon.
• Combine the oils and food coloring with the boiling water
• Stir the oily water into the dry ingredients
• Mix well until the dough is sticking to the sides of the bowl or pan
• Allow the dough to cool slightly
• Remove the dough and knead until it is no longer sticky

Want more? Curious about how to make cinnamon playdough?

Making cinnamon playdough is a fun and easy activity that not only creates a sensory experience but also fills the room with a delightful cinnamon scent.

Here’s a simple recipe to make your own cinnamon playdough:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup salt
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 cup water
• Optional: cinnamon essential oil for a stronger scent and added benefits

Instructions:

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk together the flour, salt, cream of tartar, and ground cinnamon.
2. Add the vegetable oil and water to the dry ingredients in the saucepan.
3. If you want an even stronger cinnamon scent, you can add a few drops of cinnamon essential oil at this stage. It’s important to note that essential oils are concentrated, so use only a few drops to avoid overwhelming the scent.
4. Place the saucepan on the stove over low to medium heat. Stir continuously to combine the ingredients and prevent any lumps from forming.
5. Continue stirring the mixture until it thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the saucepan. It should have a playdough-like consistency.
6. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the playdough cool down for a few minutes until it’s safe to handle.
7. Transfer the playdough onto a clean surface and knead it for a few minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
8. If the playdough feels too sticky, you can add a little more flour while kneading. Conversely, if it’s too dry, you can add a tiny bit of water or oil.
9. Once you’re happy with the texture, your cinnamon playdough is ready to use!
10. Store the playdough in an airtight container or a ziplock bag to keep it fresh and soft for multiple uses.

Now, you can let your creativity shine and have fun molding the cinnamon playdough into different shapes and objects! Just remember to keep it sealed when not in use to preserve its freshness. Enjoy the wonderful sensory experience and the lovely cinnamon scent!