
This is a simple Jello Playdough recipe that the kids can make! It smells great thanks to the Jello and is fun for kids of all ages!
I have a confession to make to you. I cannot stand play doh. Mostly because of the smell.
We’ve been talking about making our own play dough for a very long time now. We spent most of our winter break inside due to some very rainy days and we got very bored.
So, no time like the present to try our hand at making some homemade jello play dough.
It couldn’t have been any easier! Plus, the jello makes it smell a lot better too!
How to Make Jello Playdough
You will need:
- Flour
- salt
- jello packet of your choice
- oil
- hot water
Step 1: In a large bowl, add the flour and salt.
Step 2: Mix in jello, hot water and oil
Step 3: Mix it all together!
If you Jello Playdough is too sticky, add in extra flour as needed.
To store your playdough: Be sure to store your homemade jello playdough in an airtight container.
I’ve seen all different types of homemade play dough over the years used as party favors in mason jars or little single serving cups.
A lot of playdough recipes like this I have seen either use cream of tartar or cook the playdough. This recipe involves neither, making it super kid friendly!
You can make a whole rainbow of homemade playdough! So fun!
More Homemade Playdough Recipes:
- How to make natural / gluten free playdough
- Edible Chocolate Peanut Butter Playdough
- Dinosaur Fossil Crafts with Homemade Playdough
- Edible Gingerbread Playdough
Keep the kids entertained with these fun boredom busters:

Jello Playdough Recipe
This is a simple Jello Playdough recipe that the kids can make! It smells great thanks to the Jello and is fun for kids of all ages!
Materials
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup flour
- ¼ cup salt
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 6-ounce package Jello (your choice of flavor)
Instructions
- Mix everything together in a large bowl.
- Add more flour as necessary if your playdough is too wet.
- Store in an airtight container.
Recommended Products
As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.
-
Jell-O Variety Pack Orange Cherry Lime Strawberry Raspberry 6 oz (5-Pack)
-
Xueerde 10Pcs Cookie Cutters Set Stainless Steel Biscuit Cutter Love Heart Shape and Star Shape Baking Vegetable Donuts Shape Cutters
-
Kids Rolling Pin - Nonstick Silicone Rolling Pin 10'' Silicone Pastry Mat 11.4''x 10.2'' with 4pcs of Stainless Steel Cookie Cutters
-
Small Rolling Pin for Kids Child, Wooden Handle Rolling Pin Non-Stick Silicone Rolling Pin, Rodillo de Cocina Rodillos Para Reposteria Fondant, Rodillos Para Masa.
-
Amazon Brand - Happy Belly Vegetable Oil, 1 Gallon (128 floz)
-
Cuisinart CTG-00-SMB Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls with Lids, Set of 3
10 Game-Changing Summer Agenda Ideas for Your Family - Momma Lew
Tuesday 4th of June 2019
[…] 6. Get creative: I keep a bin filled with plenty of arts and craft supplies so my kids can get creative whenever inspiration, or rain, strikes! Try your hand at this fun play doh recipe! […]
Snow Day Activities for Fed-Up Moms | MomCave TV
Tuesday 5th of February 2019
[…] could go all out and make your own. But as we know, I’m a #SlackerMom. So following in the tradition of my own mother, I just […]
Chocolate Covered Pretzel Snowflakes!
Monday 9th of May 2016
[…] Jello Play Doh // Momma Lew […]
10 Free Summer Ideas
Tuesday 12th of April 2016
[…] some homemade play doh or foam […]
Crystal Donnelly
Friday 8th of January 2016
Great play doh recipe! :-)