Salt Dough No Bake Recipe

Hand-decorated salt dough shapes on a marble tray

Salt Dough No Bake Recipe

This easy salt dough no bake recipe uses just flour, salt, and water—no oven required! A safe and fun crafting activity perfect for kids and families, you can create ornaments, handprints, and more with lasting results. Simply mix, shape, and let air-dry.

Course Craft, DIY

Cuisine Homemade

Keyword diy ornaments, kids activity, no bake crafts, salt dough

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings batch

Calories 1400kcal

Author Ellie

Cost 1

Equipment

mixing bowl
measuring cups
mixing spoon
rolling pin optional for flattening
parchment paper or silicone mat for drying

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup fine salt
0.75 cup water (add gradually)

Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups flour and 1 cup salt. Mix well to combine.
Gradually add water while stirring until a dough forms. Adjust with more flour or water as needed for consistency.
Once the dough is smooth and pliable, roll it out or shape as desired. Cut out shapes, press handprints, or form small figures.
Place pieces on parchment paper or a silicone mat and allow to air-dry. Flip pieces after 12–24 hours to ensure even drying. Total drying time: 24–72 hours depending on thickness.
Decorate your dried creations with acrylic paints, markers, or glitter glue. Seal with non-toxic varnish for preservation.

Notes

For colored dough, mix in food coloring or cinnamon before shaping. To dry, let pieces sit in a well-ventilated space for 24–48 hours, flipping halfway. Add a clear varnish or glue sealant after decorating to preserve your creations.

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