This holiday gingerbread playdough recipe is the perfect blend of sensory fun and seasonal charm. Made with safe, non-toxic ingredients and a touch of holiday spice, it’s a delightful activity for kids of all ages. Whether you’re looking for a fun DIY craft, a unique gift idea, or a festive addition to playtime, this gingerbread playdough will spark creativity and holiday cheer. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make with ingredients you likely already have at home!
STORAGE:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature and your playdough will last up to one month, great for playing with over and over this December!
TIPS FOR PLAY:
If you have regular playdough toys go ahead and use those. We also love using a festive rolling pin and cookie cutters to make fun holiday shapes. These also make incredible gifts for the toddlers in your life!
Gingerbread Playdough
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup water
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp oil any works
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1/4 cup salt
- 2 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Add water, lemon juice and oil to a medium sized pot and heat on medium-low until warm.
- Mix flour, salt, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg in a bowl, slowly add to the wet ingredients on the stove while mixing.
- Mix until fully combined, if it is a little sticky just flip it back and forth in the pot for a few minutes. Remove from heat.
- Place dough on parchment paper and allow to cool. Once cool, knead with your hands for a few minutes until the dough is nice and soft.
- Keep in airtight container for up to 1 month.
